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Research Methodology: A Step-By-Step Guide for Beginners

by Ranjit Kumar

Publisher: Sage

Research Methodology

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Research Methodology: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

An Easy-to-Follow Guide to Research Methods

Key Features:

Step-by-Step Approach – Breaks down research into eight practical steps, making it easy for beginners to follow.
Covers Both Quantitative & Qualitative Methods – Now with expanded coverage of qualitative research.
Simple & Clear Writing Style – Ideal for students with no prior research experience.
Theory to Practice – Includes real-world examples to help connect concepts with application.
New Learning Features – Reflective questions throughout the book encourage deeper understanding.

Perfect for students, new researchers, and anyone looking for a structured introduction to research methodology!

Title	Research Methodology: A Step-By-Step Guide for Beginners
Authors	Ranjit Kumar
Publisher	Sage
Edition	3rd
Number Of Pages	441

Ranjit Kumar is a highly respected academic and research consultant known worldwide for his expertise in educational and social science research methodology. He spent nearly 30 years teaching at Curtin University of Technology and the University of Western Australia, where he helped thousands of students build strong foundations in academic research . Currently, he works as an independent research and evaluation consultant based in Western Australia .

Kumar is best known for his bestselling textbook Research Methodology: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners, a globally adopted resource across universities and higher education institutions. His eight-step model provides a simple yet comprehensive structure for planning, conducting, analyzing, and reporting research—making the book especially valuable for those who are new to research .

With a strong focus on practical skills, real case examples, reflective questions, and hands-on activities, his work helps students gain confidence in both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The book is widely used in education, social sciences, health studies, management, and related fields due to its clarity and beginner-friendly approach .

Why Ranjit Kumar is Widely Recognized
• Over three decades of teaching and academic experience
• Pioneer of the user-friendly Eight-Step Research Model
• Trusted by universities and researchers around the world
• Strong emphasis on real-world skills and research application

Ranjit Kumar’s contribution has made research methodology more accessible, structured, and achievable—especially for beginners who want to conduct high-quality academic research with confidence.

SAGE Publications is a world-renowned independent academic and professional publisher, widely respected for advancing knowledge across the social sciences, humanities, education, health, business, and research methods. Founded in 1965 and headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California—with major offices in London, New Delhi, Singapore, and Washington, D.C.—SAGE is committed to supporting scholars, educators, and professionals with high-quality, peer-reviewed content.

Over the decades, SAGE has become a trusted name in academic publishing by focusing on rigorous scholarship, global relevance, and learner-centered resources. It publishes an extensive range of books, journals, reference works, and digital learning tools designed to support university teaching, professional practice, and advanced research.

SAGE is particularly well-known for its contributions to research methodology, education, sociology, psychology, public health, and business studies. Its publications are used in universities, research institutes, and policy organizations around the world.

With a mission to empower knowledge and inspire innovative thinking, SAGE Publications continues to lead in academic and professional publishing—helping students, researchers, and practitioners stay informed, skilled, and future-ready.