MGT6167 Statistical Methods for Occupational Psychologists

Aims/Description: This module covers intermediate level and more advanced statistical techniques needed in organisational research. Lectures will be used to teach the rationale behind hypothesis testing and describe techniques such as linear regression, including testing for mediation and moderation; exploratory factor analysis; and reliability analysis. Students will also attend small group practical classes taught by a statistician, in which the students will get the opportunity to work through practical examples of each method and learn to understand and interpret output. The module is taught by an expert statistician. For more details see here: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/management/people/academic-staff/chris-stride

Staff Contact: STRIDE CHRISTOPHER B

Teaching Methods: Lectures, Problem solving, Independent Study

Assessment: Practical skills assessment

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Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2023-24.