Data Management and Statistical Data Analysis using STATA Course

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.

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 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

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better

Online/ On-site (Nairobi, Kenya) Training Schedule