Intermediate sample design and estimation for business surveys
- Open to
- All staff in the Government Statistical Service
- Training category
- Surveys, Analytical
- Type of training
- Face to face
- Length
- One day
- Organiser
- Learning Academy
- Provider
- Office for National Statistics
- Location
- Newport, Titchfield
Description:
This is classroom based session aims to explore more complex aspects of sampling and estimation that are particularly applicable to business (or establishment) surveys.
Learning outcomes:
By the end of the course, through practical application of the methods, participants will understand:
- the principles and concepts behind sampling and estimation used within official statistics
- when to use different sampling strategies, with emphasis on stratification
- how sample data can be used to estimate parameters of interest, with emphasis on estimation methods that make best use of other available information
- how to assess the quality of sample estimates, including the impact of the sample design and estimator
How to book:
These courses are provided depending on demand. If you would like access to this course, please contact gss.capability@statistics.gov.uk.
Contact:
Email: gss.capability@statistics.gov.uk
Related courses:
Introduction to sample design and estimation in business surveys
Introduction to sample design and estimation in social surveys