Welcome to the advanced course on "Statistical Foundations for Data Science and Decision Making"! This comprehensive program is designed to equip you with essential statistical skills crucial for data analysis and informed decision-making in today's data-driven world. Through a blend of theoretical concepts and practical applications, you'll develop a strong foundation in descriptive statistics, probability distributions, and interval estimation techniques.
1.1 Data types; Measurement scales; Organization of qualitative and quantitative data; Graphical representation
1.2 Measures of central tendency; Position measures; Dispersion measures; Descriptive statistics on your laptop
2.1 Discrete random variable; Density and cumulative probability functions; Mean and variance of a discrete random variable; Fundamental properties
2.2 Poisson distribution; Binomial distribution
3.1 Continuous random variable; Density and cumulative probability functions; Mean and variance of a continuous random variable; Fundamental properties
3.2 Uniform distribution; Normal distribution
4.1 Calculation of confidence intervals; Calculation of sample size necessary for a given estimation error
4.2 Student's t-distribution
This course offers a perfect blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, preparing you to tackle real-world data challenges with confidence. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your statistical expertise and become a more effective decision-maker in the age of big data!