About IQRDC 2026
International • Qualitative • Research DesignIQRDC 2026 is an international competition designed to strengthen participants’ ability to produce high-quality qualitative research designs. The competition adopts a competency-based verification model to ensure fairness, integrity, and credible outcomes.
How the 30-Day Verification Works
- Step 1 — Payment (Mandatory): payment is completed and verified first.
- Step 2 — Document Submission: participants submit required documents for assessment.
- Step 3 — Verification (3 Components): document evaluation + objective test + competency interview.
- Step 4 — Results: Gold / Silver / Bronze / Participation Certificate within 30 days.
- Step 5 — Online Certificate Access: certificates become accessible online after results are announced.
Verification Components
- Document Evaluation: rubric-based assessment of research design quality, completeness, structure, ethics, and feasibility.
- Objective Test: standardized assessment of key qualitative research concepts and decision-making knowledge.
- Competency Interview: evidence-based confirmation of understanding, capability, and integrity of the submission.