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Predictive Modeling Using Logistic Regression
PMLR : PMLR51
This course covers predictive modeling using SAS/STAT software with emphasis on the LOGISTIC procedure. This course also discusses selecting variables and interactions, recoding categorical variables based on the smooth weight of evidence, assessing models, treating missing values, and using efficiency techniques for massive data sets.
Learn How To
- Use logistic regression to model an individual's behavior as a function of known inputs.
- Create effect plots and odds ratio plots using ODS Statistical Graphics.
- Handle missing data values.
- Tackle multicollinearity in your predictors.
- Assess model performance and compare models.
Who Should Attend
Modelers, analysts, and statisticians who need to build predictive models, particularly models from the banking, financial services, direct marketing, insurance, and telecommunications industries
Prerequisites
Before attending this course, you should:
- Have experience executing SAS programs and creating SAS data sets, which you can gain from the SAS Programming 2: Data Manipulation Techniques course.
- Have experience building statistical models using SAS software.
- Have completed a statistics course that covers linear regression and logistic regression, such as the Statistics 1: Introduction to ANOVA, Regression, and Logistic Regression course.
SAS Products Covered
SAS/STAT
Course Outline
Predictive Modeling
- Business applications.
- Analytical challenges.
- Parameter estimation .
- Adjustments for oversampling.
- Missing values.
- Categorical inputs.
- Variable clustering.
- Variable screening.
- Subset selection.
- ROC curves and lift charts.
- Optimal cutoffs.
- K-S statistic.
- c statistic.
- Profit.
- Evaluating a series of models.
Live Class Schedule
Duration: 16 hours
Step into our live classes and experience a dynamic learning environment where you can ask questions, share ideas, and connect with your instructor and classmates. With on-demand lab hours, you can explore the material at your own pace. Our globally acclaimed instructors will motivate you to think bigger, so you can take what you've learned and achieve your biggest goals.
Live Class Schedule
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Mentoring Services
Take your training to the next level with personalized mentoring. While private training offers structured coursework, mentoring provides hands-on, real-time support from a subject matter expert. As you work with your own data, you'll receive expert guidance to help you uncover insights, unlock the full potential of your data, and make faster progress. Perfect for those looking to apply what they’ve learned and see quicker results.
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