A Short Critical, Non-Technical, Non-Mathematical Paper about Regression Analysis

An Introduction for Beginners

Research Paper (postgraduate) , 2008 , 18 Pages , Grade: 1,5

Mathematics - Analysis

The following report will provide an insight into regression analysis based on three sections. First, the technique will be described in a non-mathematical and simple way by indicating it in a six-way procedure. Section two will identify limitations to regression analysis indicating when it is appropriate to be used and what limitations arise once it is applied. Finally, the third section of this report will provide two research examples which are established according to the six-stage-procedure exemplified in the technique description section.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• INTRODUCTION
• REGRESSION ANALYSIS - TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTION
• USAGE AND LIMITATIONS OF REGRESSION ANALYSIS
• RESEARCH EXAMPLES
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• SUMMARY
• LITERATURE

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This report aims to provide a non-technical overview of regression analysis. It will explain the technique, identify its limitations, and explore its application through two research examples. The report focuses on explaining how regression analysis can be used to predict a dependent variable based on independent variables. It also explores the process of identifying correlations between these variables to understand their individual contributions to predicting the dependent variable. The key themes of this report are:

• Regression analysis technique and its steps
• Limitations and appropriate use of regression analysis
• Application of regression analysis in research examples
• The importance of data quality and assumptions in regression analysis
• The role of regression analysis in improving organizational decision-making

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

INTRODUCTION

This chapter introduces the report and outlines its structure. It explains the purpose of the report, which is to provide an insight into regression analysis. The chapter also mentions the three sections that will be covered: technique description, limitations, and research examples.

REGRESSION ANALYSIS - TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTION

This chapter delves into the technique of regression analysis. It explains how it is used to analyze the relationship between independent and dependent variables. The chapter then describes the six-stage procedure used in multiple regression analysis, which includes stating the research problem, designing the research, meeting the assumptions, estimating the model, assessing the model, and interpreting the results. Each stage is explained in detail, emphasizing the importance of data quality, assumption testing, and data transformation.

USAGE AND LIMITATIONS OF REGRESSION ANALYSIS

This chapter focuses on the limitations of regression analysis. It clarifies when it is appropriate to use this technique and discusses the potential problems that may arise. The chapter explains that the accuracy of regression analysis depends on factors such as data quality, the selection of variables, and the validity of assumptions. It also discusses the importance of understanding the potential impact of measurement errors.

RESEARCH EXAMPLES

This section presents two research examples that demonstrate the application of regression analysis. The examples are chosen to illustrate the six-stage procedure described in the previous chapters. They showcase how regression analysis can be used to address real-world research questions and provide insights into various domains.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The key focus of this report is on regression analysis, including multiple regressions, independent and dependent variables, data quality, assumption testing, data transformation, measurement errors, and research examples. The report also explores the application of regression analysis in organizational decision-making and its potential limitations.

• College: University of Applied Sciences Chur (MSc Entrepreneurship)
• Course: Quantitative Analysis
• Grade: 1,5
• Authors: Matthias Zöphel (Author), Christian Egger (Author), Hansjakob Riedi (Author)
• Publication Year: 2008
• Pages: 18
• Catalog Number: V171083
• ISBN (eBook): 9783640910465
• ISBN (Book): 9783640909612
• Language: English
• Tags: short, critical, non-technical, non-mathematical, paper, regression, analysis, introduction, beginners