How to Think like a Statistician
How to Think like a Statistician
What you’ll learn
Skills you’ll gain
What do you think it takes to think like a statistician? The good news is with just a few methods you can use numbers and statistics to improve your daily life. In this course, taught by Franz Buscha, PhD, you'll learn about the fundamental basics of how a statistician thinks. Franz will explain the elements of a statistician's toolbox, various methods to use them, and how to apply them. He'll help you identify what to look for and eliminate fear around data. You'll learn how to develop an intuition to making decisions using data. After completing this course, you’ll be ready to think like a statistician to make more informed decisions where ever you are.
Syllabus
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The mindset To think like a statistician, numbers are only one part of the bigger picture to be aware of. 1m
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Types and quality of data The source and size of your dataset can impact your decision making when seeking a solution. 2m
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Importance of datasets Data is everywhere, especially thanks to the internet. After this lesson, you'll be able to discern how to seek data for your next project. 1m
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A balanced approach Statistics alone only provides one side of a story. 1m
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What to look for Statistics can inform decisions about the future, but it's important to identify what elements exactly need to be considered. 1m
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Decision-making for managers There's tons of information to receive and process on a daily basis and at times it could be difficult to make a clear decision forward. 2m
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Eliminate fear around data Statistical modeling and equations might sound overwhelming and in fact, aren't the only way to understanding data. 2m
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Improve your day Sometimes the truth about a story or news requires more in-depth examination. 1m
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Develop an intuition Having a slight clue about how a person will react in a conversation is in fact based on statistics. 2m
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Be curious Thanks for watching this course! 1m
Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Awarded upon successful completion of the course.
Instructor
Franz Buscha, PhD
Franz Buscha, PhD is a Professor of Economics and College Research Director at the Westminster Business School. His expertise as a labor economist has been built over 10 years of research. Franz’s work has been published in the European Economic Review, Economics of Education Review, and the Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics. Franz has also contributed to numerous policy reports and his research has been covered by media outlets such as BBC news, BBC Radio 4, The Economist, The Guardian, The Times, and Huffington Post. He’s passionate about mentoring junior researchers and providing econometric advising.
Franz Buscha, PhD
Professor of Economics and Research Director at the University of Westminster
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