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JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY
COURSE CODE: "MA 209"
COURSE NAME: "Statistics II"
SEMESTER & YEAR:
Summer Session I 2016
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SYLLABUS
INSTRUCTOR:
Stefano Arnone
EMAIL: [email protected]
HOURS:
MTWTH 11:00 AM 12:45 PM
TOTAL NO. OF CONTACT HOURS:
45
CREDITS:
PREREQUISITES:
Prerequisites: MA 208 with a grade of C- or above; Co-requisite: CS 110 OR CS 160
OFFICE HOURS:
MTWTH 15:00 to 16:00 by appointment
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
A continuation of Statistics I. Topics include more advanced hypothesis testing, regression analysis, analysis of variance, non-parametric tests, time series analysis and decision- making techniques.
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SUMMARY OF COURSE CONTENT:
Review of hypothesis testing.
Statistical inferences of means, proportions, and variances of two populations.
Tests of goodness of fit and independence.
Analysis of variance and experimental design.
Simple linear regression.
Multiple regression.
Regression analysis and model building.
Basic time series alysis and forecasting.
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LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to show:
i. a basic understanding of the theoretical framework for statistical inference;
ii. an ability to undertake basic quantitative investigation and demonstrate application of the material covered in the course;
iii. professionalism in presentation of quantitative information;
iv. competency in using statistical software such as Microsoft Excel.
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TEXTBOOK:
| Book Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN number | Library Call Number | Comments | Format | Local Bookstore | Online Purchase |
| Statistics for Business and Economics - 3rd edition | Anderson, Sweeney, Williams, Freeman, and Shoesmith | CENGAGE Learning | 978-1-4080-7223-3 | | Older editions of the same book are fine. The number of authors might change
with the edition. For example, the 11th international edition has (only) three authors:
Anderson, Sweeney, and Williams.
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REQUIRED RESERVED READING:
RECOMMENDED RESERVED READING:
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GRADING POLICY
-ASSESSMENT METHODS:
| Assignment | Guidelines | Weight |
| Homework | Homework assignments will be graded: the average grade weighs 10 percent of the final grade. | 10% |
| Attendance and class participation | Full credit for attendance will be given to students with three or fewer unexcused absences. Four or more absences will result in a proportional reduction of the grade. | 10% |
| First intermediate exam | | 20% |
| Second intermediate exam | | 20% |
| Fianl exam (comprehensive) | | 40% |
-ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
AWork of this quality directly addresses the question or problem raised and provides a coherent argument displaying an extensive knowledge of relevant information or content. This type of work demonstrates the ability to critically evaluate concepts and theory and has an element of novelty and originality. There is clear evidence of a significant amount of reading beyond that required for the co
BThis is highly competent level of performance and directly addresses the question or problem raised.There is a demonstration of some ability to critically evaluatetheory and concepts and relate them to practice. Discussions reflect the student’s own arguments and are not simply a repetition of standard lecture andreference material. The work does not suffer from any major errors or omissions and provides evidence of reading beyond the required assignments.
CThis is an acceptable level of performance and provides answers that are clear but limited, reflecting the information offered in the lectures and reference readings.
DThis level of performances demonstrates that the student lacks a coherent grasp of the material.Important information is omitted and irrelevant points included.In effect, the student has barely done enough to persuade the instructor that s/he should not fail.
FThis work fails to show any knowledge or understanding of the issues raised in the question. Most of the material in the answer is irrelevant.
-ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Full credit for attendance will be given to students with two or fewer unexcused absences. Three or more absences will result in a proportional reduction of the grade. Coming late to class or leaving early will be possible only with permission of the instructor.
Missed exams may not be made up.
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ACADEMIC HONESTY
As stated in the university catalog, any student who commits an act of academic
dishonesty will receive a failing grade on the work in which the dishonesty occurred.
In addition, acts of academic dishonesty, irrespective of the weight of the assignment,
may result in the student receiving a failing grade in the course. Instances of
academic dishonesty will be reported to the Dean of Academic Affairs. A student
who is reported twice for academic dishonesty is subject to summary dismissal from
the University. In such a case, the Academic Council will then make a recommendation
to the President, who will make the final decision.
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STUDENTS WITH LEARNING OR OTHER DISABILITIES
John Cabot University does not discriminate on the basis of disability or handicap.
Students with approved accommodations must inform their professors at the beginning
of the term. Please see the website for the complete policy.
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SCHEDULE
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| Session | Session Focus | Reading Assignment | Other Assignment | Meeting Place/Exam Dates |
| Week 1 | Review of hypothesis testing (chapter 9). Review of statistical inference about means and proportions with two populations (chapter 10). Inferences about population variances (chapter 11). Review of tests of goodness of fit and independence (chapter 12). | | | |
| Week 2 (No class on Jun, 2nd) | Experimental design and analysis of variance (chapter 13). | | | |
| Week 3 (Make-up class on Jun 10th) | Analysis of variance (cont.). Simple linear regression (chapter 14). Multiple regression (chapter 15). | | | First exam at the beginning of week 3 (Monday, Jun 6th or Tuesday, Jun 7th) |
| Week 4 | Multiple linear regression (cont.). Regression analysis and model building (chapter 16). | | | Second exam at the end of week 4 |
| Week 5 | Time series analysis and forecasting (chapter 17). Course review. | | | |
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