Multivariate statistics refer to an assortment of statistical methods that have been developed to handle situations in which multiple variables or measures are involved. Any analysis of more than two variables or measures can loosely be considered a multivariate statistical analysis.
An introductory text for students learning multivariate statistical methods for the first time, this book keeps mathematical details to a minimum while conveying the basic prin… More >>
Multivariate Statistical Methods: A First Course
I took a class with Dr. Marcoulides at Cal State Fullerton that used this book. There is no doubt that he is an expert in his field. He is also friendly and has a good sense of humor.
That said, don’t think that you can jump into this material unless you have a solid background in statistics. For while it says “a first course”, I as a statistical novice in an MBA program was lost from the start. The book is complemented by the use of the statistical software SAS, but I found it hard to put the two together. Again, I attribute that more to my shortcomings than to Dr. Marcoulides.
Anyone who is strong in statistics would do well with this guide. I am sure that Dr. Marcoulides would cheerfully help you through the rough spots!
Rating: 3 / 5