Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the techniques and tools used in analyzing survey data. It covers the entire process of survey data analysis, from data collection and preparation to statistical analysis and interpretation of results. Participants will learn how to apply various statistical methods to survey data, including descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, regression analysis, and advanced data analysis techniques. The course also emphasizes the importance of data visualization and reporting, ensuring that participants can effectively communicate their findings to stakeholders.
Course Duration
10 Days
Who Should Attend
- Survey researchers and analysts
- Market research professionals
- Social scientists
- Policy analysts
- Data analysts working with survey data
- Students and academics involved in survey-based research
- Professionals in public health, education, and other fields where survey data is used
- Government and NGO staff involved in program evaluation and monitoring
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the key principles of survey data collection and design.
- Prepare and clean survey data for analysis.
- Apply descriptive and inferential statistical techniques to survey data.
- Conduct regression analysis and interpret the results.
- Utilize software tools like SPSS, Stata, or R for survey data analysis.
- Perform advanced data analysis techniques, including factor analysis and cluster analysis.
- Visualize survey data effectively using various tools and methods.
- Report and present survey findings in a clear and concise manner.
- Address common challenges in survey data analysis, such as dealing with missing data and survey biases.
- Make informed decisions based on survey data analysis.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Survey Data Analysis
- Understanding the survey data analysis process
- Importance of survey data in research and business
- Overview of Python libraries for survey data analysis (Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, Statsmodels)
Module 2: Data Import and Cleaning
- Importing survey data from various formats (CSV, Excel, SPSS)
- Handling missing data (imputation, deletion)
- Data coding and recoding
- Outlier detection and treatment
Module 3: Descriptive Statistics and Data Exploration
- Frequency distributions and cross-tabulations
- Measures of central tendency and dispersion
- Data visualization techniques (bar charts, histograms, pie charts)
- Exploring relationships between variables
Module 4: Inferential Statistics
- Hypothesis testing (t-tests, chi-square tests, ANOVA)
- Confidence intervals
- Sample size determination
- Correlation and regression analysis
Module 5: Scaling and Factor Analysis
- Likert scale data analysis
- Reliability analysis (Cronbach's alpha)
- Factor analysis for dimensionality reduction
Module 6: Advanced Survey Data Analysis Techniques
- Conjoint analysis
- MaxDiff analysis
- Cluster analysis
- Discriminant analysis
Module 7: Survey Data Visualization
- Creating effective visualizations for survey data (bar charts, line charts, scatter plots)
- Interactive visualizations (using libraries like Plotly)
- Data storytelling and communication
Module 8: Survey Data Reporting
- Writing clear and concise survey reports
- Presenting survey findings effectively
- Using data visualization to enhance reports
Module 9: Case Studies and Real-world Applications
- Analyzing real-world survey datasets
- Applying survey data analysis to solve business problems
- Drawing actionable insights from survey data
Module 10: Survey Data Ethics and Quality
- Ethical considerations in survey research
- Survey data quality assessment
- Best practices for survey design and administration
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
A certificate from Ideal Sense & Workplace Solutions is awarded upon successful completion.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealsense.org.
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