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Activity Number: 162
Type: Luncheons
Date/Time: Monday, August 7, 2006 : 12:30 PM to 1:50 PM
Sponsor: Business and Economics Statistics Section
Abstract - #305930
Title: MBA Statistics Courses Should Start with Regression
Author(s): J. Keith Ord*+
Companies: Georgetown University
Address: McDonough School of Business, Washington, DC, 20057,
Keywords: introductory course ; MBA program ; regression
Abstract:

Introductory statistics courses for MBA students have tended to shrink in length over the years, yet the topical coverage often remains unchanged. Indeed, some courses barely touch upon regression analysis---even though the evidence suggests regression modeling is used far more widely in later MBA courses than any aspect of traditional inference. In this discussion, we will explore the notion of starting out with regression and then weaving in the other elements as needed, an approach inspired by Harry Roberts' book on data analysis for managers.

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