Data Science Bootcamp 2024

We are excited to announce the data science bootcamp offered by the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science: "Observational Studies: Design and Analysis." This bootcamp is open to all Data Science, Statistics, or Actuarial Science students.

On October 8th our speaker is Dr. Duncan E. Leaf, who is a research scientist at the USC Schaeffer Center for Health Policy & Economics. You can learn more about Duncan here: https://healthpolicy.usc.edu/staff/duncan-leaf-phd/

Dr. Leaf's research centers on understanding the economic impacts of health policy decisions, with a particular focus on exploring the effects of palliative care interventions on medical costs and quality of life as well as simulating the long-term effects of early-childhood education interventions. In his BootCamp talk, Dr. Leaf will share key insights on effectively communicating complex health policy analysis, translating technical research into actionable strategies for policymakers, and bridging the gap between statisticians, health economists, and decision-makers to drive impactful change. His vast experience at the intersection of Statistics, Health Policy, and Economics makes him an invaluable speaker for anyone interested in the critical role of analytics in shaping economic policy.

Bootcamp Overview:

- Title: Observational Studies: Design and Analysis
- Duration: 8 hours
- Dates: Tuesdays, October 8, 15, 22, and 29
- Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CST

Objectives:
Students will learn key concepts, including:
1. Introduction to observational data
2. Complex survey sample design and analysis
3. Addressing bias in observational studies
4. Causal inference methodologies

The bootcamp will feature exercises and group discussions to reinforce these concepts,

November 5, 2024

We are pleased to announce that Paul Hampton, Head of the Strategic Insights, Data, & Analytics team at Transamerica, will be our speaker for the upcoming Business Communications BootCamp - Part II. You can learn more about Paul here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauldhampton1/

Paul leads a team dedicated to developing cutting-edge data infrastructure and analytics solutions that play a pivotal role in shaping business decisions at Transamerica. In his second BootCamp talk, he will continue from the first part and share valuable insights on managing and expanding a data science team, effective strategies for communicating technical results to business leaders, and fostering collaboration between data scientists and decision-makers. 

Paul will also discuss how clear and impactful communication of his team’s findings has contributed to both team growth and the overall success of the business.