Economics
Introduction to Statistics
Module code: L1025
Level 4
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Seminar, Lecture
Assessment modes: Unseen examination, Coursework
You study the statistical techniques used in economics, and computer-based applications.
You study topics including:
- summarising and plotting data
- basic probability theory
- hypothesis testing
- correlation analysis
- bivariate and multiple regression analysis.
You learn how to use EXCEL,which you will use for your assessed module work.
Module learning outcomes
- Use appropriate statistical methods to interpret data
- Apply appropriate statistical methods to analyse data
- Communicate accurately the results and conclusions of analysis.