Training Program

TRAINING AGENDA

The PSRTI has the mandate of developing comprehensive and integrated research and training program on statistical theories, concepts and methodologies. Consistently, the Training Division commits to its agenda of conducting non-degree training programs that seek to upgrade the quality of the statistical workforce in support of the needs of the statistical system.

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The PSRTI consciously maintain a high standard in the conduct of training courses. Only the best-qualified resource persons and recognized experts in the different fields of statistics are invited to handle each training course. PSRTI provides ample opportunity for hands-on practice and instruction through interactive discussions, lectures, and workshops. Our programs are designed to be enriching and engaging, ensuring that no training participant is left behind, whether online or in a face-to-face setting.

Resource persons and training assistants are always hands-on with assistance that any participant requires in the duration of each course. IN THIS PHOTO: Mr. Drew Labrador provides assistance to a training participant.

Lectures and discussions are kept lively and relatable while imparting

Face-to-face regular training courses are conducted in one the four (4) industry-standard training rooms. IN THIS PHOTO: Ms. Sarah Bernadette Aracid of the University of the Philippines Los Baños Institute of Statistics engages with training participants as she conducts a lecture.

Dr. Jerome Buenviaje, current dean of the University of the Philippines Diliman College of Education, conducts the regular Technical Writing Course on Writing Statistical Reports via Zoom.

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, work-from-home setups have become the new normal. Despite the change in environment, the PSRTI continues to roll out its regular and customized training services. IN THIS PHOTO: Class pictures are customary in every PSRTI training course. Participants hold their smiles as training coordinator Ms. Fay Ignacio screencaps their photo.

Training certificates are awarded to participants upon the completion of the minimum number of hours attended and upon fulfillment of course requirements.

COURSE CATALOG

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MAJOR TOPICS	TRAINING COURSES
Statistical Data Management	Microsoft Excel for Database Management
	Microsoft Access for Information Management
	Statistical Data Management Using Census and Survey Processing System (CSPro)
Statistical Analysis	Basic Statistics 1: Descriptive Statistics
	Basic Statistics 2: Estimation and Hypothesis Testing
	Basic Statistical Methods Using R Commander
	Use of R Commander for Advanced Statistical Analysis
Statistical Modeling	Regression Analysis
	Time Series Analysis and Basic Forecasting
	Advanced Forecasting Methods
Sampling and Survey Design	Sampling Methods and Design-Based Estimation
	Survey Operations and Questionnaire Design
	Focus Group Discussion: Administration and Analysis of Results
Special Topics in Statistics	Statistics for Project Monitoring and Evaluation
	Statistical Tools for Impact Evaluation of Projects
	Advanced Statistical Tools for Impact Evaluation of Projects
	Statistics for Policy Analysis
	Statistics for Gender and Development
	Introduction to GIS and Data Analysis
	Basic and Advanced Demography
	Unit Level Matching
	Small Area Estimation
	Multivariate Analysis
	High Dimensional Data Analysis
	Statistics for Financial Literacy
	Money Management During Difficult Times
Dissemination of Statistics	Technical Writing Course on Statistical Reports
	Effective Presentation Skills and Techniques
	Data Visualization Using Infographics
	Data Visualization Using Videographics
	Data Visualization Using and Basic Tableau Workshop
	Webpage Development for the Dissemination of Statistics
	Business Correspondence for Professionals
	News Writing and Media Relations
	Video Conferencing: Basics and Essentials Using Zoom
	Organizing and Managing Virtual Meetings: Using Zoom

SCHEDULE OF FEES FOR 2021

TYPE OF PARTICIPANT	2021 REGISTRATION FEES
For 1-Day Training Courses
• Employed in government agencies/offices • Students	PhP 1,500.00 per person
• Employed in private agencies/offices • Private individuals	PhP 3,585.00 per person
• International participants/agencies/offices	$205.00 per person
For private employees/individuals: • Group of five (5) participants and above • Early payment of registration (14 calendar days before published training schedule)	Discount of 10%
For 4-Day or 5-Day Training Courses
• Employed in government agencies/offices • Students	PhP 6,000.00 per person
• Employed in private agencies/offices • Private individuals	PhP 14,340.00 per person
• International participants/agencies/offices	$822.00 per person
For private employees/individuals: • Group of five (5) participants and above • Early payment of registration (14 calendar days before published training schedule)	Discount of 10%

TRAINING FACILITIES

The PSRTI has four (4) industry-standard training rooms, equipped with the latest audio-visual equipment, for a conducive and participant-friendly learning environment.

Wellness Room - Training participants may spend their snack and lunch breaks within this room to relax

Library - The PSRTI is mandated to the be repository of all statistical researches and studies for the Philippine Statistical System and is thus equipped with the latest and most updated resources on statistics.

Training Rooms - The PSRTI Training Rooms are equipped with comfortable tables and chairs, a whiteboard, a projector and screen, and audio-visual equipment, maximizing comfort and learning for all training participants

With the COVID-19 pandemic, and realizing the increasing needs to capacitate clients and stakeholders, the PSRTI adjusted quickly to new normal restrictions and all training courses are conducted online via the video-conferencing application Zoom. Through this ingenious platform, the PSRTI is able to reach valuable participants locally and globally – while keeping the tradition of high-quality service and professional training services, regardless of location or time zone.

PSRTI Executive Director III Josefina V. Almeda, Ph.D. delivers her welcoming remarks for the CD4.0 introductory module Importance of Gender Statistics in Policy Making, conducted last November 5, 2020.

Prof. John Carlo Daquis of the University of the Philippines School of Statistics utilizes the whiteboard feature of Zoom to further enrich his lecture on Basic Statistics 2: Estimation and Hypothesis Testing.

Lectures are designed to be information-rich and interactive, ensuring maximum retention for participants. Mr. Paolo Victor T. Redondo of the University of the Philippines School of Statistics serves as resource person for the regular training course on Advanced Statistical Analysis.

Class pictures are customary in every PSRTI training course. Participants in the regular training course on Video Conferencing: Basics and Essentials Using Zoom hold their pose as training coordinator Mr. Brad Zuñiga takes the class picture.

The PSRTI boasts of one of the most well-organized online capacity-building available in the country today. Each course is handled by a minimum of three (3) training coordinators, ensuring that each participant is attended to immediately in case of questions and/or technical difficulty, ensuring maximum use of time online as well as value for money in terms of registration fees. All matters pertaining to the program, from content development to actual conduct are professionally handled in a timely manner.

TESTIMONIALS

“The topic outlines were helpful for the learners in knowing the objectives of the course/ lesson. Time in general was strictly observed, and the amount of time given to each topic were enough. Materials were coordinated and provided accordingly. Overall, it was a great experience being on a training facilitated by the PSRTI.”

-Ramil, PSA (CTCO/CBSS)

“The experience of the former NEDA official (as the designated Resource Person) in making the policy brief as complete as possible is admirable. We learned so much from his vast examples and inputs in our group session. The statistics part is made simple and understandable by the assigned professor and Resource Person from UP Instat. Thank you
PSRTI for the well-coordinated and balanced selection of topics.”

Daisy, University of Southeastern Philippines

“The discussions on the Six Thinking Hats enabled us to learn a lot on how to process policies and make these more evidence-based. We also appreciate the practical examples on statistics that made each concept easily understandable.”

Jay, DSWD RO IV-A