Subject

Statistics 1

  • code 08270
  • course 2
  • term Semester 1
  • type FB
  • credits 6

Module: Mètodes Quantitatius per a empresaris

Matter: Statistics

Main language of instruction: Catalan

Other languages of instruction: English, Spanish

If the student is enrolled for the English track then classes for that subject will be taught in the same language and also in Spanish.

Teaching staff

Head instructor

Dr. David ROCHE - droche@uic.es
Dr. Pablo AGNESE - pagnese@uic.es

Office hours

 Lecture days (Mo and Thu) or else by appointment 

 

Introduction

A course in basic statistics is offered in a wide variety of disciplines, from the social sciences to business to the natural sciences. The same statistical methods are applied across disciplines. Therefore, it should not be surprising that the tools you will learn to use in this course will benefit you in your future studies and career, regardless of whether your career interest is finance, accounting, strategy, management or marketing. In this course you will learn basic statistical measures, descriptive statistical methods, sampling methodology and the main probability distributions. 

I believe statistics is best taught through a series of clear and carefully worked examples. A theoretical background to descriptive and inferential statistical methods will be provided, however much of the time will be spent teaching you how to apply the theory to the real world. Statistics is not about memorising formulas: it is about recognising the appropriate statistical test to perform in a given situation. This requires practice by the student. As we cover the topics, if you do not have a clear understanding of one topic it is wise to seek help immediately. The next topic will build upon the previous one. Please allow me to assist you as soon as you find that you have any questions.

 



Pre-course requirements

Before taking this module, it is highly recommended that students have completed Mathematics 1, Mathematics 2 and Information Systems.

Objectives

To learn the terminology, notation and different methods of quantitative analysis.

To be able to identify and understand the fundamental concepts of quantitative analysis.

To be able to analyse and synthesise information presented in the classroom and complementary material provided by the lecturer.

To be able to select appropriate statistical or mathematical methods for solving a particular economic problem.

Competences / Learning outcomes of the degree programme

  • 28 - To be able to work in another language and use terminology and structures related to the economic-business world.
  • 31 - To develop the ability to identify and interpret numerical data.
  • 35 - To analyse time series.
  • 36 - To interpret quantitative and qualitative data and apply mathematical and statistical tools to business processes.
  • 67 - To be able to express oneself in other languages.
  • 19 - To analyse quantitative financial variables and take them into account when making decisions.
  • 32 - To acquire problem solving skills based on quantitative and qualitative information.
  • 56 - To be able to create arguments which are conducive to critical and self-critical thinking.
  • 64 - To be able to plan and organise one's work.
  • 40 - To be able to choose statistical methods appropriate to the object of analysis.
  • 41 - To be able to descriptively summarise information.
  • 42 - To be able to empirically analyse financial phenomena.
  • 43 - To acquire skills for using statistical software.
  • 50 - To acquire the ability to relate concepts, analyse and synthesise.
  • 51 - To develop decision making skills.
  • 52 - To develop interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
  • 53 - To acquire the skills necessary to learn autonomously.
  • 54 - To be able to express one’s ideas and formulate arguments in a logical and coherent way, both verbally and in writing.
  • 65 - To acquire the ability to put knowledge into practice.
  • 66 - To be able to retrieve and manage information.

Learning outcomes of the subject

To learn the terminology, notation and different methods of quantitative analysis.

To be able to identify and understand the fundamental concepts of quantitative analysis.

To be able to analyze and synthesize information presented in the classroom and complemetary material provided by the teacher.

To be able to select appropriate statistical or mathematical method to solve a particular economic problem.

Syllabus

Theme 1: Introduction

What is statistics?

Theme 2: Basic Concepts

Descriptive versus inferential statistics

Sample and population

Types of data

Theme 3: Measurements

Measurements of central tendency

Measurements of dispersion

Measurements of shape

Measurements of concentration

Theme 4: Graphs

Bar charts and pie charts

Frequency distribution

Other type of graphs

Misleading graphs

Theme 5: Bivariate Statistics

Covariance and correlation

Introduction to regression

 Theme 6: Time Series

Trend and seasonality

Moving average

Theme 7: Index Numbers

Proportion, ratio and variation rate

Index chain and complex index

CPI

Theme 8: Probability

Introduction to probability

Classical probability

Tree diagrams

Baye's theorem

Theme 9: Probability Distribution

Moments about the origin

Central moments

Discrete versus continuous probability distribution

 

Theme 10: Discrete Probability Distribution

Binomial probability distribution

Hypergeometric probability distribution

Poisson probability distribution

 

 

Teaching and learning activities

Bibliography and resources

Students’ proficiency in Statistics 1 will be achieved by means of active practice. This means working on problems and understanding and explaining the results. The various textbooks recommended have hundreds of problems students can use to gain additional practice. Answers to most of the problems can be found at the back of the textbooks.

Keller, G. Statistics for Management and Economics. South Western Cengage Learning.

Lind, D.A., Marchal, W.G. & S.A. Wathen. Statistical Techniques in Business and Economics. McGraw-Hill International Edition.

Schiller, John J. & Srinivasan, R. Alu. Schaum's Outline of Probability and Statistics. Ringgold, Inc.

Wonnacott T. & Wonnacott R.J. Introductory Statistics. John Wiley & Sons.


Notice that additional material may be handed over in class or shared through the virtual classroom.

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