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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How can I apply for a job in the Market Research industry?
A. Please contact the Human Resources Department at the companies listed in our Member Companies section.

Q. What qualifications do I need to become a Market Researcher?
A. This varies depending on the Market Research company and their specific needs. Please contact the companies listed in our Member Companies section to discuss their requirements.

Q. How can I get full-time or part-time work as a Market Research Interviewer?
A. Please contact the Field Manager or Field Supervisor at any of the companies listed in our Member Companies section.

Q. What skills do I need to become a Market Research Interviewer?
A. A pleasant telephone manner and an excellent command of both written and spoken English is essential. Please contact the Field Manager or Field Supervisor at any of the companies listen in our Member Companies section to discuss their requirements.

Q. How do I get to take part in product tests or group discussions?
A. Contact any of our Member Companies and ask to be placed on their Panel Of Homes database.

Q. How can I be sure that the information I give Market Research Companies will remain confidential?
A. Market Research Companies are bound by the Privacy Act and the Market Reseach Society Code of Practice. A summary of the Privacy Act as it applies to the Market Research industry can be found in our Resources section.

Q. How do I make a complaint about a Market Research company?
A. Please read out Complaints section, then Contact Us for further assistance

Q. I have an unlisted telephone number. How did a Market Research company get my number, and how can I stop Market Research companies from telephoning me?
A. Some companies use computer generated lists of telephone numbers, which is how unlisted numbers will sometimes be included.
You can either email, post or fax your telephone number to AMRO who can pass on your request for removal. However, please be aware that we can only notify AMRO member companies of your request. Details for contactng AMRO can be found in our
Contact Us section.

Q. Why do Market Research companies always call when I'm watching the news / having dinner / watching Coronation Street?
A. Market Research companies need to speak to a wide variety of people and age groups, so by calling in the early evening we are assured of being able to reach people after they get home from work and before the go out for the evening.