This document discusses secondary data collection methods. It defines primary and secondary data, with primary data being original and problem-specific while secondary data has already been collected. Secondary data is classified into internal sources like company records and external sources like government publications. It notes the benefits of secondary data include reduced resources, accessibility, and stability, while drawbacks include limited applicability and accuracy. Authentication of secondary data involves checking methodology, accuracy, and financials. Computerized databases are also discussed as a source of secondary data.

1. Course: B.Com
Subject: Foundation of Research
Unit:2.2
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2. SECONDARY DATA COLLECTION METHODS
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3. Sources of data
DATA SOURCES
SECONDARY METHODSPRIMARY METHODS
INTERNAL EXTERNAL
Fully
Processed
Need Further
Analysis
Syndicated
Sources
Electronic
Database
Published
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4. Classification of data
• Primary data is original, problem or project specific
and collected for the specific objectives and needs
spelt out by the researcher. The authenticity and
relevance is reasonably high.
• Secondary data is information that is not topical or
research specific and has been collected and
compiled by some other researcher or investigative
body. It is recorded and published in a structured
format.
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5. Uses of secondary data
• Problem identification and formulation stage:
• Hypotheses designing:
• Sampling considerations:
• Primary base:
• Validation and authentication board:
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6. Benefits of secondary data
• Resource advantage
• Accessibility of data
• Accuracy and stability of data
• Assessment of data
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7. Drawbacks of secondary data
• Applicability of data:
• Accuracy of data:
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8. Authentication of secondary data
• Methodology check:
• Accuracy check:
• Financial check:
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9. Internal data sources
• Company records:
• Employee records:
• Sales data:
• Other sources:
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10. External data sources
Published data:
Government sources:
Other data sources:
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11. Computerized databases
Computer based
information
On-line
Databases
Information typeStorage & recovery of
information
CD-ROM / Pen
Drive / Hard
Disk
ReferenceSource
Internet Direct from
suppliers
Direct from
creator
Through
other
Networks
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