Data Management and Statistical Data Analysis using STATA Course

COURSE OVERVIEW

Introduction

Stata refers to statistical software which is used in the management of data, analysis, and graphics. It comprises of advanced functions which includes forecasting, survival analysis, data analysis, and time series analysis and survey methods. It can be utilized via graphical interface using very intuitive language. It benefits from the active user community which gives its support on a dedicated mailing.

The course is aimed at researchers and other professionals who would like to strengthen their capacity using this statistical data analysis software.  The training will enhance the knowledge and skills of the participants to analyse data in a fast, accurate and easier manner by using Stata software and will know how to interpret and present the results.

 Course Objective:

o   Perform data analysis tasks with Stata

o   Perform simple to complex data management tasks using Stata software

o   Generating descriptive statistics

o   Creating powerful publication-quality graphs.

o   Data Analysis/Estimations 

Duration

5 days

 Who should attend?

Statistician, analyst, or a budding data scientist and beginners who want to learn how to analyze data with stata. Those working in the corporate world, public sector, research institution and NGOs.

 

COURSE CONTENT

Introduction to Statistical concepts and general analytics

• Research design
• Samples and populations
• Comparison of experimental and non-experimental designs
• Exploring variable types

Familiarizing with the application

• Datasets
• Commands
• Working with variables in Stata
• Basic analysis using Stata
  

Charting and Graphical presentation using Stata

• Classifying different charts and processing them using STATA
• Understanding the Graph command syntax
• Graphs for categorical Vs Numeric variables
• Managing chart output in STATA
• Multivariate charting

Statistical Tests using Stata

• One Sample T Test
• Independent Samples T Test
• Paired Samples T Test
• One-Way ANOVA

Measures of Associations in Stata

• Chi-Square test
• Pearson's Correlation
• Spearman's Rank-Order Correlation

Predictive Models using Stata

• Linear Regression
• Multiple Regression
• Logistic Regression
• Ordinal Regression

Panel Data Analysis using Stata

• Exploration of panel data
• Fixed effects model/LSDV
• Random effects model
• Choosing the appropriate model

Time Series Analysis using Stata

• Introduction to time series analysis using Stata
• Plotting a time series
• Seasonal differences
• Auto correlations
• Forecast models in Stata
  

Econometric Analysis

• Econometric Analysis of cross-sectional data
• Econometric Analysis of panel data
• Econometric Analysis of time-series data

Methodology

The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.

All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Steady Development Centre certificate.

Training Venue

The training will be held at Steady Development Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments and lunch.

All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation and Airport Pickup

Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the training officer.

• Email: training@steadydevelopmentcentre.com
• Mobile: +254 718108851 

Tailor- Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our Steady Development Centre or at a convenient location.

Payment

The course fee payment should be transferred to Steady Development Centre account through bank, 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better.

For further inquiries, please contact us on:

• Tel: +254 718108851
• Email: training@steadydevelopmentcentre.com

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