BIZ-LV002 - Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) D, Lectures, 15.3.2023-5.4.2023

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LEARNING OUTCOMES

After completion this course, students have an understanding about the usefulness of PLS-SEM for their dissertation and other research projects.

Credits: 6

Schedule: 15.03.2023 - 05.04.2023

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Tomas Falk

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Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):

Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) is a well-established method that enables researchers to assess theoretical arguments and to evaluate how well theories in a variety of research fields predict outcomes. This course discusses the appropriate use of the method. Topics will include an overall introduction to PLS-SEM, specification and estimation of path models, assessments of PLS-SEM results (e.g., evaluation of reflective measurement models, of formative measurement models, and of the structural model), and advanced PLS-SEM analyses such as mediation and moderation analyses.

    The course is suited to PhD students who pursue a deductive research approach that involves survey-based (and other) data and path models with latent variables. 

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FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Minimum attendance is 80% of course hours, giving presentations is compulsory for every participant.

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