Learning outcomes

The main objectives of statistical forecasting include reducing and evaluating inaccuracy involved in forecasting.

Contents

The course familiarises students with the main results of statistical forecasting and their applications in situations where the most common regression models, e.g. general linear models and linear mixed models are involved.

Teaching language

Finnish

Evaluation

Numeric 1-5.

Recommended year of study

2. year autumn
2. year spring
3. year autumn
3. year spring

Study materials

1. Abraham, B., Ledolter, J., Statistical methods for forecasting. John Wiley & Sons 1983.
2. Farnum, N. R., Stantom, L. W., Quantitative forecasting methods. PWS-Kent 1989.
3. Newbold, P., Bos, T., Introductory business & economic forecasting. South-Western Publ. 1994.

Belongs to following study modules