Research Services in Bhutan

Qed Group

QED is an independent think tank and consulting firm, seeking to pursue evidence-based research and provide alternative solutions to topical issues. Q.E.D. stands for the Latin word Quod Erat Demonstrandum, roughly translating to “It is proven.” The QED Group was founded on the belief that an argument is valid only when it is proven, and this is the goal that we strive to achieve in all our work. Based in Thimphu, Bhutan, QED’s major areas of work include research and consulting in the areas of economy, society, public policy, business and management. Our clients include the Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), Association of Bhutanese Industries (ABI), Representative Office of Denmark (ROD), International Finance Corporation (IFC), United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Ministry of Labour & Human Resources (MoLHR) and the Friedrich Naumann Foundation. In addition to commercial work, we are also involved in conducting independent research in areas of economic and social policy. QED also organises three public discourse platforms, The Bhutan Development Forum, The Brown Bag Seminar, and The Visiting Speakers Series. The Bhutan Development Forum is a platform designed to foster public discourse and constructive dialogue on issues that affect the economy, society and long- term development. The Brown Bag Seminar Series is a platform for individuals and organisations to share working papers and research outputs with the broader research community. These events allow the presenter to receive feedback on their work and stimulate discussion on their chosen topic in an informal setting. The Visiting Speaker’s Series is a partnership between QED and the Royal Thimphu College’s Economics Society and, the Royal Institute of Management that involves hosting lectures featuring visiting academics and intellectuals. The lectures are held at the Royal Thimphu College and the Royal Institute of Management campuses

1 to 10 staff

Bhutan Interdisciplinary Research & Development Bird

Bhutan Interdisciplinary Research & Development (BIRD) is a non-partisan independent research, consulting and training organization. We specialize in the areas of Program Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E); Needs Assessments and Feasibility Studies; Mobile Data Collection Solutions; Statistical Consulting Services; and Survey Data Collection, Management, Analysis and Modeling, among others. We foster applied research through close collaboration with Government Organizations, International Agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations, and Civil Society Organizations. To help develop human resource capacity in the country, we offer demand-driven high-quality courses that are regularly revised to keep them relevant and impactful in a rapidly changing labor market. Our team consists of qualified and passionate researchers, consultants and trainers. Our researchers are driven by the desire to produce and disseminate high-quality research publications. With our enviable team of consultants and trainers, we offer our clients incomparable consulting and training solutions premised on our unchanging promise of offering unparalleled, innovative and ideal services at affordable cost. We are poised to broaden into a fully-fledged policy organization to be able to provide objective, high-quality research that both informs and influences public policy. BIRD was founded on 29 May 2013 by Mr. Sonam Tshering soon after earning his PhD in Interdisciplinary Intelligent Systems Engineering with a major in Statistical Analysis and Modeling from the University of the Ryukyus, Japan.

1 to 10 staff

Kuenden Statistical Services

1 to 10 staff

College Of Natural Resources, Royal University Of Bhutan

Introduction The College of Natural Resources (CNR), the then Natural Resources Training Institute (NRTI) came into existence out of the need to support sustainable development in Bhutan. The four Departments of the college are Departments of Agriculture, Department of Animal Husbandry, Department of Forestry and Department of Sustainable Development. With the launching of the Royal University of Bhutan (RUB) in the year 2003, the then NRTI was inducted as a member college of the university in the year 2004. It was renamed as the College of Natural Resources and started offering undergraduate programs from the year 2009. Today, the CNR continues to offer the three existing diploma programs and four undergraduate programs in B.Sc Agriculture, B.Sc Forestry, B.Sc Animal Science and B.Sc Sustainable Development. The college has started Master’s in Development Practice (MDP)A beginning July 2014 and recently college has also started providing Master in Natural Resources Management History The College of Natural Resources was established in1992 by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forests to train Extension Agents. The concept of training is based on the Bhutanese farming system in which crops, livestock and forests are integral parts of the rural livelihood system. Towards late 1980s, the then Ministry of Agriculture had reviewed the policy of Renewable Natural Resources (RNR) sector development. One very important outcome of the review was the integration of training programs of the different departments under the Ministry of Agriculture. The National Agriculture Training Institute at Paro, the Royal Veterinary Institute at Serbithang and the Bhutan Forestry Institute at Taba was brought under one umbrella and the then Natural Resources Training Institute (now known as the College of Natural Resources) was established at Lobesa with funding support from Swiss Development Corporation (SDC), Helvetas and Royal Government of Bhutan.

51 to 200 staff

Dukpa Consultancy

Dukpa Consultancy is a Bhutan-based research and advisory firm committed to fostering development, enhancing governance, and guiding informed decision-making. We believe that sustainable progress comes from insightful analysis, purposeful action, and empowering individuals and institutions. With deep roots in policy, education, and strategic consulting, Dukpa Consultancy aims to be the go-to partner for evidence-based development solutions in Bhutan.

1 to 10 staff

Amj Group Of Business

11 to 50 staff