An overview of mathematical methods used in theoretical statistics with particular emphasis on inference. Will cover general probability distributions, generating functions, limit theorems, likelihood concepts, exponential families, decision theory, Bayesian and frequentist paradigms for estimation and testing, asymptotic theory. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours and 1 Seminar/Discussion hoursPrerequisite(s): Undergraduate courses in mathematical statistics and inference, such as STAT 342 and STAT 442.
An overview of mathematical methods used in theoretical statistics with particular emphasis on inference. Will cover general probability distributions, generating functions, limit theorems, likelihood concepts, exponential families, decision theory, Bayesian and frequentist paradigms for estimation and testing, asymptotic theory. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours and 1 Seminar/Discussion hoursPrerequisite(s): Undergraduate courses in mathematical statistics and inference, such as STAT 342 and STAT 442.
