Opinto-opas

Osaamistavoitteet

After the course, the student will know
• the role of statistics in scientific methods
• the relevant statistical terminology
• the theory and basic steps of statistical analysis
After the course, the student will be able to
• apply the analytical techniques covered in the course
• present results from statistical analyses

Sisältö

What does quantitative research mean?
What does the term statistical significance mean?
What is probability theory?
How to choose an appropriate research method?
How to build a questionnaire?
How to collect and analyze data?
How to interpret the results?

The most important quantitative methods will be discussed and practiced in SPSS.

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1-2)

The student can determine and use the concepts and methods of quantitative research. The student takes responsibility for any of his duties in research activities and makes some contribution to a group.

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3-4)

The student has the competence of explaining the concepts and methods of quantitative research and applying them in cases of reasonable difficulty. The student works actively, cooperates responsibly and constructively, both individually and in a group. The student can solve the given exercises and problems, as well as interpret the answers for the benefit of business projects and activities.

Arviointikriteerit, kiitettävä (5)

The student knows the different approaches very well, can work with quantitative research methods individually. The student can produce correct solutions to research problems, as well as interpret the answers profoundly for the benefit of business projects and activities. The student makes a noticeable contribution to group work, cooperating responsibly, constructively, and flexibly.