Political Science 797AA - ST-Intro Quantitative Analysis

Spring
2014
01
3.00
Bruce Desmarais
M 12:30PM 3:00PM
UMass Amherst
57810
This course is an introduction to statistical research methods for political science. The material covered will include probability theory, descriptive statistics, data visualization, the principles of statistical inference, and linear regression. Upon completion, students will be able to understand, evaluate and criticize the use of basic statistical methods for social science research. The course will also serve as a useful prerequisite for more advanced research methods courses.
This course is open to Political Science majors only.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.