UKA TARSADIA UNIVERSITY

FACULTY OF COMMERCE AND MANAGEMENT

Certificate Course in SPSS

COURSE CONTENT

• Introduction
  • Introduction to different data types, Scale of measurements, classification techniques
• Basics of SPSS
  • Data entry in SPSS, missing values, multi response
  • Data transformation through SPSS: selection of cases, recoding of variables, identification of duplicate cases, compute variable, visual binning, merge files
• Exploratory data analysis
  • Frequency tables and different types of charts, measures of central tendency, measures of dispersion, distribution of data set
• Parametric tests
  • Hypothesis, logic behind hypothesis testing, procedure of hypothesis testing, p-value
  • Logic and assumptions for parametric test, normal probability plot, one sample t-test, two independent sample t-test, paired t-test, one-way ANOVA, two-way ANOVA, post hoc test
• Non parametric tests
  • Logic and assumptions for non-parametric tests, Wilcoxon test, Mann-Whitney U test, Kruskal Wallis H test, Run test, Chi-square test
• Correlation and regression
  • Simple correlation, partial correlation, simple linear regression, assumptions of regression analysis, Residual analysis, multiple linear regression, curve linear regression, logistic regression
• Data reduction techniques
  • Factor analysis, Discriminant analysis, Cluster analysis
• Time series analysis
  • Stationary time series, Auto correlation function, partial autocorrelation, model fitting through expert modeler

DURATION & FEES

Course Duration: 3 Months

Total Contact Hours: 30

MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION : English

FEES : 3000

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY :

• 12th Pass
• Acquainted with the basic functionality of Computer

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PROSPECTIVE PARTICIPANTS

• All those who think they hate statistics
• Faculty members, research scholars, UG and PG students
• All those involved in quantitative research
• Consultants involved in assignments that produce quantitative data

OUTCOME

• Examinations Proficiency in using SPSS: You will learn how to navigate the interface, import data, perform statistical analyses, create charts and graphs, and generate reports.
• Statistical analysis skills: You will learn how to conduct descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, correlation analysis, regression analysis, factor analysis, and more. This will enable you to analyze data and interpret the results effectively.
• Data management and cleaning: Through the course, you will learn how to handle missing data, recode variables, create new variables, merge datasets, and perform data transformations. These skills are essential for ensuring data quality and preparing datasets for analysis.
• Interpretation of results: The course will focus on helping you understand how to interpret the output and results obtained from statistical analyses in SPSS.
• Research and data analysis applications: By completing a certificate course in SPSS, you will be equipped with valuable skills that can be applied in academic research, professional projects, or decision-making processes.
• Practical experience: SPSS certificate courses incorporate hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world examples to provide practical experience. This allows you to apply the concepts and techniques you learn in a simulated or real data analysis setting, enhancing your skills and confidence in using SPSS.
• Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, you will typically receive a certificate or a credential that validates your knowledge and proficiency in SPSS.

KEY FEATURES

• Teaching by renowned and Experience faculties
• Supervised Learning
• Hands on Experience
• Develops confidence in quantitative research
• Develop insights and competence in other discipline
• Facilitates research and evidence based decision making

ABOUT UTU

Uka Tarsadia University was established under Gujarat Private University (Amendment) Act No. 25– 2011, Government of Gujarat, in 2011 by the Bardoli Pradesh Kelavani Mandal with the help of generous donation from B. U. Patel Foundation with the prime aim to meet the growing demand for quality education. It also got approval under section 22 of UGC Act 1956. Uka Tarsadia University is Accredited with NAAC B+ Grade. The University offers a comprehensive array of academic programs across the disciplines of Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Science, Pharmacy, Commerce, Paramedical, Architecture, Designing and others that lead students to self-enrichment and productive careers in their respective professions, government, business and industry.

Located in the southern region of the state of Gujarat in India, the University provides educational opportunities to over 10000 students. More than 650 faculty members of the University represent an eclectic mix of professional and academic, national and international experiences. In line with its academic excellence, the university has signed MoUs with world renowned universities of Nigeria, Canada, USA and Many more.

ABOUT FACULTY OF COMMERCE AND MANAGEMENT

The Faculty of Commerce and Management at the Uka Tarsadia University is committed to impart good quality of education and give exposure to develop the next generation of business leaders with global outlook. Dedicated to rigorous and relevant teaching, our programs inspire and educate responsible business leaders who drive innovation and lead change. By introducing new specialization and adopting an innovative teaching pedagogy, the Faculty has been constantly working to develop professionals with vision, courage, and dedication to initiate and manage the change.

The Faculty is known for its enriched learning initiatives that provide students a challenging learning environment for developing themselves into highly informed and evaluative professionals in business and management practices. The Learning environment is conducive for professional grooming and personal growth.

Internship, Research projects and Industry visits are integral part of the programs where students are encouraged to plan, execute and participate. The curriculum is regularly updated with wide choices of specialization in Marketing, Finance, Human Resource, International Business and Operations Management.

Programme Offered in Faculty of Commerce and Management at Uka Tarsadia University are BBA, BBA (Hons.), B. Com, B. Com (Hons.), M. Com and MBA. The faculty, through its various programs, inculcate experiential learning. The faculty also offers a doctoral program in Commerce, Management, Human Resource Development and related disciplines under the guidance of experienced faculty members. Faculty takes pride in offering superior quality, affordable & professional education.

ABOUT SOFTWARE

SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) is a powerful software program widely used for statistical analysis and data management in various fields, particularly in the social sciences. Developed by IBM, SPSS provides researchers, statisticians, and data analysts with a comprehensive set of tools for data manipulation, descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, and advanced statistical modeling. With its user-friendly interface and extensive range of features, SPSS allows users to efficiently organize, explore, and analyze large datasets, making it an invaluable resource for both beginners and experienced researchers. Whether it's conducting surveys, performing complex statistical analyses, or creating visually appealing charts and graphs, SPSS continues to be a preferred choice for researchers seeking reliable and efficient statistical analysis software.