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Quantitative Methods


Dozent/in Prof. Dr. Stefan Boes
Veranstaltungsart Masterseminar
Code FS201077
Semester Frühjahrssemester 2020
Durchführender Fachbereich Gesundheitswissenschaften
Studienstufe Master
Termin/e Di, 18.02.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 25.02.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 03.03.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 10.03.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 17.03.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 24.03.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 31.03.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 07.04.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 21.04.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 28.04.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 05.05.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 12.05.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 19.05.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Di, 26.05.2020, 13:00 - 15:30 Uhr, 3.B58
Fr, 26.06.2020, 10:15 - 11:45 Uhr, HS 9 (Prüfung)
Weitere Daten The course is a mandatory Basic Course (2nd semester).
Umfang 4 Semesterwochenstunden
Turnus weekly
Inhalt Building on the fundamentals of probability and inferential statistics, the course introduces key methods used in modern quantitative research. Students learn how to carry out an empirical analysis, going beyond simple descriptive statistics and hypothesis testing. Topics include linear regression, the analysis of panel data, discrete dependent variables, and causal inference. Numerous examples and computer tutorials offer hands-on experiences in utilizing the methods.
E-Learning Teaching material is provided via the e-learning platform moodle.
Lernziele The objectives of this course are:
(i) to deepen your understanding of inferential statistics
(ii) to learn the basic methodology of modern quantitative research
(iii) to acquire the skills to plan and execute your own empirical project
The use of real data and the application of statistical software to implement the discussed methods will be an integral part of the learning experience.
Voraussetzungen Statistics and Epidemiology
Overall grade of 4.0 or better.
Sprache Englisch
Begrenzung priority MA Health Sciences students
Anmeldung Uniportal
Prüfung Grading will be based on a final written exam (80%) and an individualized homework assignment with an empirical analysis (20%).
Details on the homework will be provided on moodle.
Abschlussform / Credits Final written exam (80%), assignment (20%) / 3 Credits
Hinweise Teaching method(s):
Blended learning with lectures, tutorials, and class/online activities.

Statistical Software:
We will mainly use Stata as a statistical software to illustrate the methodology presented in class. We assume familiarity in the use of Stata as acquired for example in Statistical Programming or an equivalent course. Some examples may also be given using R as a statistical software, depending on course progress.
Hörer-/innen Nein
Kontakt stefan.boes@unilu.ch
Material The teaching material is based on slides, videos, online tutorials, selected book chapters and specific training datasets.
Literatur There are three main references (available in the library):
Angrist JD, Pischke JS (2014) Mastering Metrics: The Path from Cause to Effect, Princeton University Press. [AP]
Stock JH, Watson MW (2019) Introduction to Econometrics, 4e, Pearson. [SW]
Winkelmann R, Boes S (2009) Analysis of Microdata, 2e, Springer.