PP430E
Introduction to Statistics for Public Policy
This information is for the 2024/25 session.
Teacher responsible
Pol Simpson
Availability
This course is available on the Executive Master of Public Administration and Executive Master of Public Policy. This course is not available as an outside option.
Course content
The objective of this module is to introduce a number of fundamental concepts in statistics and mathematics to prepare students for the more advanced material that they will encounter during the EMPA and EMPP programmes. The module first introduces students to the key steps of statistical testing. In addition, the course introduces a small number of mathematical concepts that are widely used in empirical work in public policy.
Teaching
12 hours of lectures in the AT.
Two days of teaching. Each day of teaching has six contact hours starting at 9:00 and ending at approximately 17:00 with lunch and coffee breaks.
The default mode of instruction is in-person in the classroom at LSE. Remote attendance is available in case of challenges preventing in-person attendance.
Indicative reading
A full reading list will be distributed at the beginning of the course.
Assessment
There is no assessment.
Key facts
Department: School of Public Policy
Total students 2023/24: Unavailable
Average class size 2023/24: Unavailable
Controlled access 2023/24: No
Value: Non-credit bearing
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Personal development skills
- Problem solving
- Application of numeracy skills
- Specialist skills