Political Science 797AA - ST-Intro Quantitative Analysis

Fall
2016
01
3.00
Justin Gross
TU TH 10:00AM 11:15AM
UMass Amherst
78092
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 Graduate students only. Students from outside the department can enroll with instructor permission.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.