become a member
Become a Member
How to Become a Member:
Consider applying for membership in QRCA if…
- Your primary professional role consists of designing, conducting and analyzing qualitative research;
- You are a principal or associate in an independent marketing or social research company;
- You do not work for an advertising agency, manufacturer, or service firm outside the research industry.
Complete the Information Request Form to establish that you meet basic membership qualifications. You will receive a Prospective Member packet containing an application and an invitation to join QRCA.
- Complete and submit the application.
- Your application will be referred to the Membership Review Committee for consideration.
Questions? Contact the Membership Director. To see all of the benefits of membership in QRCA, click here.
Cost of Membership:
Complete the Information Request Form to establish that you meet basic membership qualifications. You will receive a Prospective Member packet containing an application and an invitation to join QRCA.
Membership in Qualitative Research Consultants Association (QRCA) is from January 1st to December 31st. The 2009 membership fee is $290.00 USD. New members are charged a pro-rated amount according to when they become members.
| If you join: |
Dues: |
| January - June |
$290 USD |
| July - September |
$145 USD |
| October - December |
$362.50 USD (includes 2010 dues) |
Who belongs to QRCA?
- Approximately 80% of QRCA members are based in the US. The rest are split evenly between Canada and more than a dozen other countries throughout the world.
- More than half of QRCA members are sole practitioners; one-third are owners or partners in firms; and the remainder work for someone else.
- About 40% have worked in marketing research for at least 20 years. Another 35% have been in the business for 6 to 15 years
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