Awareness in forecasting

Description

This online training module is the second of three bite-size online learning training modules that make up the Time Series Basics for Official Statistics’ course. The other two modules are:

• Awareness in time series
• Awareness in seasonal adjustment

It is recommended that the online module Awareness in time series is completed first.

This online training module aims to introduce the basic concept of forecasting. The module outlines forecasting methods, uses and issues. There is also a self-guided exercise with answers provided.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module participants will gain a basic understanding of:

• what a forecast is
• some common forecasting methods
• different uses of forecasting
• issues associated with forecasting data

How to book

Please use your Learning Hub account to enrol on this course.

If you do not have a Learning Hub account, please contact gss.capability@statistics.gov.uk.

Contact

Email: gss.capability@statistics.gov.uk

Pre-requisite modules

Awareness in time series

Related courses

• Awareness in seasonal adjustment
• Introduction to seasonal adjustment
• Intermediate seasonal adjustment

It is highly recommended that the online awareness level modules are completed prior to any introductory face to face courses.