Causal Inference (ESP48)

Aim

This course combines counterfactual theory and graph theory to present an integrated framework for causal inference from observational data, with a special emphasis on complex longitudinal data. The course presents the latest methodologic developments for the design and analysis of longitudinal studies.

Location & Organization

Organizer

NIHES - Netherlands Institute for Health Sciences

Co-organizers

Erasmus University

Course Director

Dr. Miguel Hernán

Faculty / Teachers

Dr. Miguel Hernán

Location / venue

Rotterdam, Erasmus University

Costs

1500/2000/2500 euro for 1/2/3 weeks of participation in the Erasmus Summer Programme.

Timing & Workload

Duration Five days of three hours.
ECTS points 0.7
Frequency Once a year
 

Teaching methods used

Lectures.

Examination no

Criteria

Is the course taught in English? yes
Is documentation available? (book, syllabus)? yes
Is the course open for external researchers? yes

Remarks

Part of the Erasmus Summer Programme.

Intermediate-level courses in epidemiology and biostatistics. Previous experience in epidemiologic research recommended.

A laptop is required.

More Information

http://www.nihes.nl/site/index.php?id=482,541,0,0,1,0&course_id=128