Multivariate Data Analysis

(10 EC)

Lecturer:

Prof. Tammo Bijmolt (University of Groningen)

Aim:

This course is specifically designed for students in a research master, Mphil or PhD program in any business or economics discipline. In addition, the course might very well be relevant for master or PhD students in another social science discipline.

Learning goals:

Solid, state-of-the art knowledge of potential (mis-)application of a large set of multivariate analysis methods (e.g. hierarchical linear modeling, factor analysis, structural equations models, cluster analysis, mixture models, meta-analysis, conjoint analysis)

Thorough understanding of the methodological underpinnings of the method

Practical skills to perform the analyses

General overview and appreciation of a broad range of multvariate analysis methods

Dates:

September 20-21, October 18-19, November 15-16, December 13-14, January 24-25

Venue:

tba

Tuition Fee (for non-SOM participants):

1500 euro (including accommodation and lunches)

The number of participants is limited to 25. If you are interested in participation in this course please send an email to SOM’s secretary Astrid Beerta (a.beerta@rug.nl) before September 15.