Importance of Quantitative

Reseach in Different Fields

Jade Ann Grace P. Dalisay

Instructor
 Quantitative research has undeniable impact on the
different aspect of society. The findings of a particular
quantitative study can influence crucial decisions affecting
different organizations and individuals.
For instance, companies may use quantiative data in
evaluating the effectiveness of certain leadership styles on
employee performance.
Educators can utilize quantitative research in examining the
relationship between the performance of teachers and
academic proficiency of students.
Quantitative reseach can also be used to better understand
the relationships between environmental phenomena such
as carbon emissions and the melting of ice caps.
 Significance in Specific Fields:
• Social Inquiry: to better understand the behavior and
social interactions among individuals.

Sample Study: Malouf, J. M., Schutte, N. S., Rooke, S. E.,

& MacDonell, G. (2012). Effects on Smokers of Exposure to
Graphic Warning Images. The American Journal on
Addictions, 21 (6), 555-557.
• Arts: to investigate methods or approaches that enhance
one's creativity.

Sample Study: Brinegar, J., & Capra, R. (2011). Managing

Music Across Multiple Devices and Computers. In
Proceedings of the 2011 iConference (pp.489-495).
• Information and Communication Technology: to
examine the trends and tendencies in the use of
information technology.

Sample Sudy: Tripathi, M., & Kumar, S. (2014). Use of

Online Resources of Jawaharlal Nehru University: A
Quantitative Study. Program, 48 (3), 272-292.
• Science: to determine the effectiveness of a newly
develop medicine, treatment, or approach in addressing
health problems.
Sample Sudy: Fatma, H. (2013). Effect of Tempeh Dates
Biscuits on Nutritional Status of Preschool Children with
Tuberculosis. Malayan Journal of Nutrition, 19 (2), 173-184.
• Agricultural and Fisheries: to examine how agricultural
in a particular community is influenced by global trends.

Sample Sudy: Namisiko, P., & Aballo, M. (2013). Current

Status of E-agriculture and Global Trends: A Survey
Conducted in Tran-Nzoia Country, Kenya. International
Journal of Science and Research, 2 (7), 18-22.
• Sports: to understand the relationship between one's
health and athletic performance.

Sample Sudy: Jones, J. G., & Hardy, L. (1989). Stress and

Cognitive Functioning in Sports. Journal of Sports Sciences,
7 (1), 41-63.
• Business: to asses approaches that will help companies
in their decision-making practices.

Sample Sudy: Ali, R., & Ahmed, M. S. (2009). The Impact of

Reward and Recognition Programs on Employees
Motivation and Satisfaction: An Empirical Study.
International Review of Business Reseach Papers, 5 (4),
270-279.