STATA Econometrics and Advanced Data Analysis Training Course

Module 1: Advanced STATA Programming, Data Management, and Workflow Automation

ü  Advanced data manipulation using reshape, merge, append, and frame structures

ü  Harnessing local and global macros, scalar operations, and explicit looping structures (foreach, forvalues)

ü  Efficient data cleaning, string parsing, and regular expressions in large microdatasets

ü  Building reproducible workflow systems with nested do-files and log management

ü  Practical Session: Writing a master automation script to clean, merge, and structure a multi-wave household survey dataset

Module 2: STATA for Econometrics: Microeconometrics and Limited Dependent Variables

ü  Binary outcome models: Probit, Logit, and marginal effects calculation (margins command)

ü  Multinomial, ordered, and conditional logit models for choice behavior analysis

ü  Tobit models and Heckman two-step selection corrections for truncated data

ü  Count data regression models: Poisson, Negative Binomial, and Zero-Inflated variants

ü  Practical Session: Estimating farmer technology adoption choices using multinomial logit models and plotting marginal effects

Module 3: Advanced Panel Data Econometrics and Dynamic Models

ü  Fixed Effects (FE) vs. Random Effects (RE) models and the Hausman specification test

ü  Addressing heteroskedasticity, autocorrelation, and cross-sectional dependence in panels

ü  Dynamic panel data estimation: Difference and System Generalized Method of Moments (GMM / Arellano-Bond)

ü  Panel unit root tests and panel cointegration techniques

ü  Practical Session: Running a dynamic GMM panel model in STATA to analyze agricultural credit constraints over time

Module 4: STATA for Agricultural Economist Researcher Advanced Training: Production and Frontier Analysis

ü  Estimating Cobb-Douglas and Translog production functions with flexible inputs

ü  Stochastic Frontier Analysis (SFA) for measuring technical, allocative, and economic efficiency

ü  Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) integration and non-parametric efficiency benchmarks

ü  Modeling market integration, spatial price transmission, and agricultural supply response

ü  Practical Session: Estimating a stochastic production frontier for smallholder farm efficiency using STATA's sfmodel routines

Module 5: Impact Evaluation and Causal Inference Methodologies

ü  Counterfactual frameworks and Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) analytical setups

ü  Propensity Score Matching (PSM) and Covariate Matching techniques (teffects)

ü  Difference-in-Differences (DiD) estimation and parallel trends specification testing

ü  Instrumental Variables (IV) and Two-Stage Least Squares (2SLS) for endogeneity correction

ü  Practical Session: Executing an impact evaluation of an irrigation policy project using DiD and Propensity Score Matching

Module 6: STATA Course in Clinical Research: Biostatistics and Survival Analysis

ü  Kaplan-Meier survival functions and log-rank statistical comparison tests

ü  Cox Proportional Hazards regression modeling and testing hazard proportionality assumptions

ü  Logistic regression models for epidemiological odds ratio estimations and clinical trials

ü  Estimating Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curves and diagnostic accuracy metrics

ü  Practical Session: Analyzing clinical patient trial data to fit Cox Proportional Hazard models and visualize survival curves

Module 7: Complex Survey Data Analysis and Spatial Econometrics

ü  Setting up complex survey designs (svyset) with stratification, clustering, and sampling weights

ü  Estimating population parameters and standard error adjustments in large-scale census data

ü  Introduction to spatial data analysis in STATA: Spatial weight matrices and spatial autocorrelation

ü  Spatial autoregressive (SAR) and spatial error models (SEM) for spatial dependencies

ü  Practical Session: Applying svy commands to analyze national living standards survey data with corrected sampling weights

Module 8: Time Series Analysis, Forecasting, and Vector Autoregressions

ü  Stationary testing: Augmented Dickey-Fuller (ADF) and Phillips-Perron unit root tests

ü  Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) and Seasonal ARIMA modeling

ü  Vector Autoregressions (VAR) and Impulse Response Functions (IRFs)

ü  Vector Error Correction Models (VECM) for long-run co-integrating macroeconomic relationships

ü  Practical Session: Fitting a VAR model to monthly agricultural commodity prices to forecast future price shocks

Module 9: Advanced Graphics, Automated Reporting, and Publication-Quality Output

ü  Customizing complex STATA graphics: Combining plots, overlays, and custom schemes

ü  Exporting publication-ready regression tables using putdocx, putexcel, esttab, and outreg2

ü  Creating dynamic document generation systems combining STATA code and Markdown (dyndoc)

ü  Designing institutional dashboard templates and automated summary statistical summaries

ü  Practical Session: Generating an automated Word and PDF policy report containing formatted tables and dynamic graphs

Module 10: Matrix Programming in Mata and Custom Command Development

ü  Introduction to Mata environment: Syntax, vectors, matrices, and operations

ü  Interfacing between STATA variables and Mata matrix structures

ü  Writing custom estimator functions and numerical optimization algorithms in Mata

ü  Packaging custom STATA programs (.ado files) with syntax checks and help files

ü  Practical Session: Coding a custom estimation command in Mata and compiling it into a reusable .ado program file

About Our Trainers

Our training facilitators are leading econometricians, biostatisticians, and senior research fellows with over 18 years of executive experience across international research institutes, universities, and government agencies. They have authored numerous peer-reviewed papers using advanced STATA econometrics techniques, led national agricultural market surveys, and conducted complex biostatistical analyses for global health initiatives. Holding postgraduate qualifications (Ph.D./M.Sc.) in Econometrics, Agricultural Economics, and Biostatistics, our trainers combine rigorous theoretical mastery with practical, real-world coding expertise.

Quality Statement

Phoenix Training Center is committed to delivering world-class executive education and advanced quantitative training solutions that meet global standards. We continuously update our curriculum to incorporate the latest software commands, econometric models, and computational best practices. Through rigorous quality control, expert instructor selection, and interactive training environments, we guarantee that every training program delivers actionable analytical skills, enhanced research capability, and maximum institutional value.

Tailor-Made Courses

We understand that every organization has unique challenges and opportunities as well as unique training needs. Phoenix Training Center offers tailor-made courses designed to address specific requirements and challenges faced by your team or organization. Whether you need a customized curriculum, a specific duration, or on-site delivery, we can adapt our expertise to provide a training solution that perfectly aligns with your objectives. We can customize this Course to focus on your industry, specific risk profile, or internal stakeholder dynamics. Contact us to discuss how we can create a bespoke training program that maximizes value and impact for your team. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com.

Admission Criteria

ü  Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

ü  Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

ü  Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free.

ü  What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ü  Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded a Certificate of Completion at the end of the training.

ü  Course Improvement: The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

ü  Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

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Payment Options

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Cancellation Policy

ü  Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

ü  Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

ü  No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

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