Index numbers NPT - Introductory (LCT_05) (*)
Date and time
Location
Training Room 2, Newport
ONS Newport NP10 8XG United KingdomDescription
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This is a one-day classroom based session, aimed at introducing participants to the theory behind index numbers and the techniques used in practice.
Learning outcomes: By the end of the course, participants will be able
to understand:
• the uses of index numbers;
• the definitions of value and value share;
• Laspeyres and Paasche indices;
• how to choose an index formula; and
• the definitions of deflation and referencing.
Method of delivery:
This is a one-day taught session, delivered at the Newport ONS site only. This may be taken as a one-off module, or in combination with other modules as part of the SA Scheme.
Target audience:This is aimed at any ONS/GSS staff who are interested in undertaking applied learning in Index Numbers.
Event Length:
One day
Cost and pre-requisites:
The course is free. There are no pre-requisites for this course, unless being undertaken as part of the SA Scheme.