Types of Research (Conceptual vs Empirical Research)

CONCEPTUAL RESEARCH	EMPIRICAL RESEARCH
Conceptual research focuses on the concept (abstract/ideas) or theory that explains the phenomenon being studied.	In empirical research, data collection is done through observation and experimentation.
This research is always conducted in an analytical way.	This research is always done through various observation and experiments.
It is theoretical approach of research.	It is practical approach of research.
Degree of accuracy is less.	Degree of accuracy is more.
Here the researcher may not be skilled and experienced.	Here the researcher should be skilled and experienced.
Uses the existing data to develop new ideas or concepts.	This type of research develops new concepts by observation and experimentation.
The ideas/concepts developed are not tested.	The developed ideas /hypothesis are tested and concluded.
It is not proof based.	It is always proof based.