Course Details
Topic 1: Basic Statistics
- Why Statistics Matter
- Types of Data
- Descriptive Statistics
- Probability and Conditional Probability
- Probability Distributions
- Install Excel Statistical Analysis ToolPak
Topic 2: Sampling and Hypothesis Testing
- Sampling
- Central Limit Theorem
- Sampling Distribution and Standard Errors of Sample Mean
- Confidence Interval
- Z and T Statistics
- Overview of Hypothesis Testing
- Types of Hypothesis Testing
- Type 1 and Type 2 Errors
- Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)
Topic 3: Regression and Correlation Analysis
- Regression Modeling
- Residues and Mean Square Error
- Covariance and Correlation Analysis
Final Assessment
- Practical Performance
- Oral Questioning
Course Info
Promotion Code
Promo or discount cannot be applied to WSQ courses
Minimum Entry Requirement
Knowledge and Skills
- Able to operate using computer functions with minimum Computer Literacy Level 2 based on ICAS Computer Skills Assessment Framework
- Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)
Attitude
- Positive Learning Attitude
- Enthusiastic Learner
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of working experience.
- Minimum 18 years old
Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement
Software:
You can download and install the following software:
Hardware: Windows and Mac Laptops
About Progressive Wage Model (PWM)
The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) helps to increase wages of workers through upgrading skills and improving productivity.
Employers must ensure that their Singapore citizen and PR workers meet the PWM training requirements of attaining at least 1 Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment, out of the list of approved WSQ training modules.
For more information on PWM, please visit MOM site.
Funding Eligility Criteria
Individual Sponsored Trainee | Employer Sponsored Trainee |
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SkillsFuture Credit:
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Absentee Payroll (AP) Funding:
SFEC:
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Steps to Apply Skills Future Claim
- The staff will send you an invoice with the fee breakdown.
- Login to the MySkillsFuture portal, select the course you’re enrolling on and enter the course date and schedule.
- Enter the course fee payable by you (including GST) and enter the amount of credit to claim.
- Upload your invoice and click ‘Submit’
SkillsFuture Level-Up Program
The SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme provides greater structural support for mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 years and above to pursue a substantive skills reboot and stay relevant in a changing economy. For more information, visit SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme
Get Additional Course Fee Support Up to $500 under UTAP
The Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) is a training benefit provided to NTUC Union Members with an objective of encouraging them to upgrade with skills training. It is provided to minimize the training cost. If you are a NTUC Union Member then you can get 50% funding (capped at $500 per year) under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP).
For more information visit NTUC U Portal – Union Training Assistance Program (UTAP)
Steps to Apply UTAP
- Log in to your U Portal account to submit your UTAP application upon completion of the course.
Note
- SSG subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Corporates.
- All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay. For more details, visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/credit
- An unfunded course fee can be claimed via SkillsFuture Credit or paid in cash.
- UTAP funding for NTUC Union Members is capped at $250 for 39 years and below and at $500 for 40 years and above.
- UTAP support amount will be paid to training provider first and claimed after end of class by learner.
Job Roles
- Data Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Marketing Analyst
- HR Metrics Specialist
- Sales Operations Specialist
- Report Developer
- Project Manager
- Management Accountant
- Product Manager
- Supply Chain Analyst
- Performance Metrics Specialist
- Market Researcher
- Business Intelligence Coordinator
Trainers
Jim Gan Chiu Liang: Jim Gan Chiu Liang is a ACTA certified trainer. Jim Gan Chiu Liang obtained his Master of Technology (M.Tech Knowledge Engineering) from National University of Singapore (NUS) Institute of System Science
He is currently working as adjunct trainer at PACE (Professional Adult Continuing Education) Academy, Singapore Polytechnic. His past experience included being a chief instructor for Kumon Education.
Dr. Alvin Ang: Dr. Alvin Ang is a ACTA certified trainer. Dr. Alvin Ang did his Ph.D., Masters and Bachelors from NTU, Singapore. Previously he was a Principal Consultant (Data Science) as well as an Assistant Professor. He was also 8 years SUSS adjunct lecturer. His focus and interest is in the area of real world data science. Though an operational researcher by study, his passion for practical applications outweigh his academic background. He owns a startup externally.
Liew Sing Loon: Liew Sing Loon is a ACTA certified trainer. Liew Sing Loon graduated from the National University of Singapore (NUS) in 1992 with a Second Upper Honors Degree in Electrical Engineering. He started his career as an Electronic Product Design Engineer for four years in a Multinational Company which sell the products worldwide. The job provided him practical knowledge in various aspects of manufacturing operations ranges from Design, Quality, Production and Procurement. He then spent fifteen years in Information Technology Sector as a Key Account Manager in selling IT solutions to Banking, Telecommunications and Government clients. The job provided him the opportunities to propose IT solutions, integrating software, hardware and services, to solve customers’ problems to achieve their strategic business objectives. He joint a German Product Test company to develop its business in providing product Safety, Immunity, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Certification test. While working in the industry, Liew Sing Loon obtained a Master of Science (MSc) in Technology Management from NUS.
In the last decade, Liew Sing Loon has been Adjunct Lecturer in several Institutes of high learning, transferring his knowledge on Quantitative & Statistical Analysis, Operations, Project & Quality Management to learners ranging from Diploma, full time undergraduates and working adults.Liew Sing Loon has a Certificate of Completion in Education Psychology Course and Teaching & Learning in Higher Education Program conducted by National Institute of Education (NIE).
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- Dr Alvin Ang is knowledgeable and fun to talk to. Review by Course Participant/Trainee
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1. Do you find the course meet your expectation? 2. Do you find the trainer knowledgeable in this subject? 3. How do you find the training environment - Great trainer! Very patient in explaining those technical stuffs. Review by Course Participant/Trainee
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1. Do you find the course meet your expectation? 2. Do you find the trainer knowledgeable in this subject? 3. How do you find the training environment - The lesson is Interesting and let me updating my knowledge Review by Course Participant/Trainee
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1. Do you find the course meet your expectation? 2. Do you find the trainer knowledgeable in this subject? 3. How do you find the training environment - This course will be useful for our work as Dr.Alvin guide us in a very professional way and it was easier to understand Review by Course Participant/Trainee
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