New elective CAS programme in statistics
It is not enough to just collect data; you must also be able to analyse and interpret it. We are pleased to announce that the CAS ETH in Applied Statistics is now offered to participants of the MAS ETH in digital Clinical Research (MAS ETH diCR).
The CAS ETH in Applied Statistics is now offered to participants of the MAS ETH in digital Clinical Research (MAS ETH diCR) as one more and highly-relevant option for the third CAS module required to earn the MAS ETH diCR certificate.
Statistics come into play when you need to do more than just observe individual cases. With the help of statistics, you can make informed, and therefore better, decisions regarding problems that relate to aggregates or mass phenomena or affect entire populations. In clinical research, data forms the basis of evidence-based knowledge and of decisions that affect the well-being of patients. This data is obtained through measurements, observations and surveys. It is subject to uncertainties and random variability. Broadly speaking, the methods for analysing such data make up the subject of statistics.
The CAS ETH in Applied Statistics is aimed at professionals who are frequently confronted with statistical issues as part of their daily work, including scientific researchers, people who work in development departments and consulting firms, and those who hold corresponding positions in service and administrative companies. The CAS provides a practical introduction to the fundamentals of data analysis and to various modern methods, including machine learning.
The CAS ETH in Applied Statistics for your MAS diCR programme offers:
• a hands-on introduction to both the basics of data analysis and modern methods, including machine learning
• direct application of the learned methods using the statistical software R
• practical sessions specially designed for the course
• compatibility with professional life; lectures are always held on the same day (Monday)
The CAS ETH in Applied Statistics is hosted at the ETH Department of Mathematics (D-MATH) and is held biannually. Some of the lectures and practical lessons are conducted in German. The next course will start in April 2023. The deadline for applications is February 28, 2023.
For more information, please check the programme website