GOVT055 CM - Empirical Methods

This course introduces students to the philosophy and practice of political science research. Students will learn how to identify a problem worthy of study, develop testable hypotheses, design a research strategy, gather data, analyze data, and interpret and present the results. Topics covered include research design, descriptive statistics, data visualization, statistical inference, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression analysis (cross-section, time-series, and panel data models).

Prerequisite: GOVT 020 CM

Offered: Every year

Credit: 1

Course Number: GOVT055 CM