Statistical Analysis with Stata and R Training Course
Stata is a versatile software package developed in C. R is a programming language and software environment designed for statistical computing. By leveraging Stata and R, users can analyse large datasets for applications in fields such as economics, sociology, biomedicine, and more.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for data analysts who want to use Stata and R to analyse big data for statistical purposes.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Develop statistical models to predict key variables of interest and events.
- Produce descriptive visualizations, summary tables, frequencies, and more.
- Manage and structure large databases to prepare for data analysis.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Ample exercises and practice sessions.
- Hands-on implementation in a live laboratory environment.
Course Customization Options
- For details on arranging customized training for this course, please contact us.
Course Outline
Introduction
Stata and Big Data
- What is Stata?
- Stata syntax and commands
R Programming
- What is R?
- R syntax and structure
Preparing the Development Environment
- Installing and configuring Stata
- Installing and configuring R libraries and frameworks
R and Stata
- Reading and writing to Stata with R
Databases and Data in Stata
- Opening and clearing databases
- Compressing databases
- Importing and exporting databases
- Viewing, describing, and summarizing raw data
- Using tabulations and tables
- Implementing variables for data manipulation
Descriptive Analysis and Predictive Analysis
- Working with distributional analysis
- Working with Monte Carlo simulations
- Working with count data analysis
- Working with survival analysis
Hypothesis Testing
- Testing and comparing means
Graphing in Stata
- Using plots, charts, and graphs
- Working with statistical analysis in graphing
- Styling and combining graphs
Regression Models with R
- Using bivariate correlation and regression
- Working with OLS regression, logits, and probits
- Using interactive effects in regression models
Summary and Conclusion
Requirements
- An understanding of data analysis
Audience
- Data Analysts
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