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Apply Basic Statistical Concepts to Your Data

Without firm foundations, it can be difficult to build anything. This refreshingly different course provides you with an introduction to statistics and analyses and takes you through the 6 key concepts that underlie all statistical thinking and analysis. Using a mixture of discussion and exercises, each concept is broken down into an easily understood format.  A must have course for anyone who wants a firm grounding in the basics of statistics.

If you are working in analytical role or similar that requires you to summarise and analyse data on a regular basis and to produce reports, charts & recommendations, then this course is exactly what you need.  As a producer of statistical analysis, this course will show how you can apply these concepts using Microsoft Excel so as to make a quantum leap in the quality & efficiency of your analyses.

By the end of the session you will have a firm grasp of all these concepts and know how to summarise your data using tables and charts. You will also have a good understanding of how to start using your data to make decisions or to identify trends.

Course content:

Morning Sessions

Session 1: Probability.
What is the difference between ʻabsoluteʼ and ʻconditional ʼ probability?
Session 2: Risk.
What is the meaning of Risk and how can we assess & manage it?
Session 3: Distribution
Why the normal and binomial distributions are so important to statistical thinkers.

LUNCH

Afternoon Sessions

Session 4: Expectation
The mean, median and mode; which should you use and when?
Session 5: Variance
How an understanding of ‘variance’ will mark you out as a true statistical thinker.
Session 6: Correlation
What is ʻcorrelationʼ and why it does not mean cause & effect!

Booking a course.

To book a training course, call 01225 489033 or email training@marriott-stats.com.

On occasion, we will run 1 or more of our standard courses as a public course available to all.  These take place throughout the year in the beautiful city of Bath.  Discounts are available for people booking more than 1 day. See our list of scheduled training courses available to book online now.

Introduction to Statistical Thinking

If you regard yourself as a "Consumer" of statistics, then this course may be more appropriate.

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