Advanced Statistical Methods

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This course builds on the Statistical Methods course. It extends to more advanced statistical multivariate analysis techniques and their application in business and economics. A selection of the following techniques will be treated: confirmatory factor analysis, structural equations models (Lisrel), generalized linear models, multilevel methods, social network analysis, support vector machines, correspondence analysis, and unfolding. Much attention is given to the application in practical situations and the interpretation of the techniques in empirical research in economics and business. Students apply the techniques using the statistical language R. It is assumed that the students have followed the Statistical Methods course.