Checking date: 20/04/2023


Course: 2023/2024

Regression Methods
(13711)
Bachelor in Statistics and Business (Plan: 400 - Estudio: 203)


Coordinating teacher: GRANE CHAVEZ, AUREA

Department assigned to the subject: Statistics Department

Type: Compulsory
ECTS Credits: 6.0 ECTS

Course:
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Requirements (Subjects that are assumed to be known)
Probability I-II Statistical Inference Methods I-II Linear Algebra Calculus II
Objectives
Knowledge of least squares techniques in a linear regression model. Learning of statistical regression software.
Skills and learning outcomes
Description of contents: programme
The course is an introduction to the foundations of linear regression analysis. 1. Simple linear regression model. Ordinary least squares estimation. 2. Inference problems in the simple linear regression model. Analysis of variance and testing methods. 3. Multiple linear regression model. 4. Inference problems in the multiple regression model. Matrix notation, estimation and testing techniques. 5. Analysis of residuals and model diagnosis. 6. Introduction to generalized linear models.
Learning activities and methodology
Competences will be acquired by students both trough theory classes and the resolution of assigned homework. There will also be practical classes of exercises. There will be also a final collective session to clarify doubts and revise material.
Assessment System
  • % end-of-term-examination 40
  • % of continuous assessment (assigments, laboratory, practicals...) 60
Calendar of Continuous assessment
Basic Bibliography
  • KUTNER, M. H., NETER, J, NACHSTEIM, C. J. and WASSERMAN, W.. Applied Linear Statistical Models, 5th Edition. . McGraw-Hill Higher Education. 2004

The course syllabus may change due academic events or other reasons.