Statistical Business Analyst SAS certification Firebrand Training

Overview

On this accelerated SAS Statistical Business Analyst course, you will distinguish yourself as a Modeler. You will acquire SAS statistics, modelling, and programming skills including ANOVA, regression, logistic regression, business applications of modelling, and challenges of modelling.

The SAS Certified Statistical Business Analyst Using SAS 9: Regression and Modelling course evaluates a candidate’s competence to do analysis of variance, linear and logistic regression, predictive model input preparation, and model performance evaluation.

In just 2 days, you’ll learn Analysis of variance. You’ll also learn:

Linear and logistic regression
Preparing inputs for predictive models
Measuring model performance

At the end of this course, you’ll sit the SAS exam, and achieve your SAS Statistical Business Analyst certification. Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get certified at twice the speed of the traditional training and get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

Audience

This course is ideal for:

SAS Statistical Business Analyst is designed for professionals who use SAS/STAT software to conduct and interpret complex statistical data analysis.
SAS professionals who use SAS/STAT® software to conduct and comprehend sophisticated statistical data analysis.

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Four reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

You'll be trained and certified faster. Learn more on this 2-day accelerated course. You'll get at least 12 hours a day of quality learning time in a distraction-free environment
Your course is all-inclusive. One simple price covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals – so you can focus on learning
Pass first time or train again for free. Your expert instructor will deliver our unique accelerated learning methods, allowing you to learn faster and be in the best possible position to pass first time. In the unlikely event that you don't, it's covered by your Certification Guarantee
Study with an award-winning training provider. We've won the Learning and Performance Institute's "Training Company of the Year" three times. Firebrand is your fastest way to learn, with 134561 students saving more than one million hours since 2001

Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

Module 1: ANOVA – 10%

Verify the assumptions of ANOVA
Analyse differences between population means using the GLM and TTEST procedures
Perform ANOVA post hoc test to evaluate treatment effect
Detect and analyse interactions between factors

Module 2: Linear Regression – 20%

Fit a multiple linear regression model using the REG and GLM procedures
Analyse the output of the REG, PLM, and GLM procedures for multiple linear regression models
Use the REG or GLMSELECT procedure to perform model selection
Assess the validity of a given regression model through the use of diagnostic and residual analysis

Module 3: Logistic Regression – 25%

Perform logistic regression with the LOGISTIC procedure
Optimize model performance through input selection
Interpret the output of the LOGISTIC procedure
Score new data sets using the LOGISTIC and PLM procedures

Module 4: Prepare Inputs for Predictive Model Performance – 20%

Identify the potential challenges when preparing input data for a model
Use the DATA step to manipulate data with loops, arrays, conditional statements and functions
Improve the predictive power of categorical inputs
Screen variables for irrelevance and non-linear association using the CORR procedure
Screen variables for non-linearity using empirical logit plots

Module 5: Measure Model Performance – 25%

Apply the principles of honest assessment to model performance measurement
Assess classifier performance using the confusion matrix
Model selection and validation using training and validation data
Create and interpret graphs (ROC, lift, and gains charts) for model comparison and selection
Establish effective decision cut-off values for scoring

Exam Track

At the end of this accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered Certification Guarantee:

SAS Statistical Business Analysis Using SAS®9: Regression and Modelling Exam A00-240

Duration: Two hours
Format: Multiple choice and short-answer questions
Number of questions: 60 Questions
Passing score: Passing score is 68%
Domains:
- 10% – ANOVA
- 20% – Linear regression
- 25% – Logistic regression
- 20% – Prepare inputs for predictive model performance
- 25% – Measure model performance

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this accelerated course.

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
26.8.2024 (Monday)	27.8.2024 (Tuesday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-

10.2.2025 (Monday)	11.2.2025 (Tuesday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
24.3.2025 (Monday)	25.3.2025 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
5.5.2025 (Monday)	6.5.2025 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
16.6.2025 (Monday)	17.6.2025 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide

SAS - Statistical Business Analyst