HCA 502 - Quanitative Analysis for HCA

Institution:

Simmons University

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Description:

This course introduces students to the basic concepts of data analysis in the context of the healthcare organization. The course will stress problem solving and manipulating the data provided. The general objective is to familiarize the student with the use of statistics within the healthcare data environment and to prepare them for applications courses in fieldwork, research methods and competitive strategy and marketing. The course is designed to give students experience using basic statistical tools to analyze and interpret data. The emphasis is on multiple regression, t-tests, Chi-square and ANOVA. The course is also concerned with the reliability and validity of data and conclusions. Statistical software is used in this course. (2 credits)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.simmons.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 521-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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