Learning outcomes

The main objective of this course is to familiarize students with statistical inference techniques (estimation, confidence intervals, hypothesis tests, and regression models) and to be able to correctly interpret statistical results.

The second objective is more practical. Students will have to be able to analyze and solve a data analysis problem using quantitative tools (including the use of computer software), as well as to interpret the obtained results.



Goals

The main objective of this course is to familiarize students with statistical inference techniques (estimation, confidence intervals, hypothesis tests, and regression models) and to be able to correctly interpret statistical results.

The second objective is more practical. Students will have to be able to analyze and solve a data analysis problem using quantitative tools (including the use of computer software), as well as to interpret the obtained results.

Content

After a brief introduction to the concepts of parameter, estimator and statistical inference, the course gives an introduction to simple and multiple linear regression models. Multicollinearity and specification issues are discussed. Special attention is given to binary variables.

Teaching methods

  • Ex-cathedra lectures during which theory and examples are presented (8 sessions).
  • Exercise sessions during which concepts, tools and methods are applied using R.
  • Reading scientific articles using statistical methods.

Assessment method

The exam will be written in one part, with questions that may cover:

  • Understanding of the material covered in class, in order to assess general and specific understanding of the course, as well as mastery of its various parts.
  • Understanding of the material covered during the exercise sessions, in order to assess the ability to understand R code, interpret results generated by R code, and write R code for the purpose of performing some analyses.
  • Scientific articles to be read during the semester.

Language of instruction

French