Introduction to Statistics (3op)

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Tavoitteet

Students are able to define and interpret the basic concepts of statistics. They know how to collect quantitative data and use existing statistics. They can process and analyze statistical data (also by using SPSS) and present data using parameters and charts. Students can analyze and interpret the statistics they acquire.

Sisältö

- Basic concepts
- Collecting information, sampling methods
- Scales of measurement
- Frequency distributions, graphic presentation
- Measures of centrality, measures of spread
- Correlation and regression
- Basics of SPSS

Oppimateriaalit

- Taylor, S. 2007. Business Statistics for Non-mathematicians

- material provided by the teacher

Opetusmenetelmät

- lectures
- exercises (also on computer)
- group work
- independent work

Harjoittelu- ja työelämäyhteistyö

Work placement is not included in the study.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

- lectures and guided practice 30 h
- independent work 50 h

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1)

The student has carried out work required and participated as instructed. The student can process and analyze statistical data using basic parameters and chart at a satisfactory level. The student can analyze and interpret the basic statistics they acquire at a satisfactory level. The student can use existing statistics.

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3)

The student has carried out work well and participated actively. The student understands the basic concepts of statistics. The student can process and analyze statistical data using parameters and charts at a good level. Students can analyze and interpret the statistics they acquire at a good level. The student can use the basic analysis of SPSS-program. The student can use and analyze existing statistics.

Arviointikriteerit, kiitettävä (5)

The student has carried out work to an excellent standard and participated actively and constructively. The student has a good understanding of the basic concepts of statistics. The student can process and analyze statistical data using parameters and chart at an excellent level. The student can analyze and interpret the statistics they acquire at an excellent level. The student can use the SPSS-program. The student can critically and analytically use and analyze existing statistics.

Esitietovaatimukset

No previous studies are required.

Lisätiedot

The course accrues 3 R&D credits.