Introduction to Demographic Methods

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

Micro-CredentialCIP: 45.0602

Provides an overview of basic demographic methods used to measure and analyze population dynamics.

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

No detailed information available.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

No requirements listed.

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

No funding information available.

Scholarships

No scholarships listed.

My LER

Introduction to Demographic Methods

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

Micro-CredentialCIP: 45.0602

Provides an overview of basic demographic methods used to measure and analyze population dynamics.

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populatedfrom O*NET via SOC 25-1063.00

Skills

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingSpeakingWritingJudgment and Decision MakingComplex Problem SolvingActive LearningMonitoringCoordinationMathematicsInstructingLearning StrategiesScienceManagement of Personnel ResourcesSocial PerceptivenessSystems Evaluation

Knowledge

English LanguageMathematicsAdministration and ManagementEducation and TrainingComputers and ElectronicsCustomer and Personal ServiceEconomics and AccountingLaw and GovernmentPersonnel and Human ResourcesSales and MarketingEngineering and TechnologyPublic Safety and SecurityAdministrativeSociology and AnthropologyCommunications and MediaBuilding and ConstructionMechanicalBiology

Abilities

Oral ExpressionOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningSpeech ClarityProblem SensitivitySpeech RecognitionNear VisionInformation OrderingMathematical ReasoningFluency of IdeasNumber FacilityCategory Flexibility

Tasks

Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as econometrics, p
Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, b
Design and create special programs for tasks such as statistical analysis and data entry and cleanin
Provide assistance with the preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
Prepare tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports summarizing research results.
Write grant proposals.
Conduct surveys and collect data, using methods such as interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, ma
Prepare and present summaries and analyses of survey data, including tables, graphs, and fact sheets
Consult with clients to identify survey needs and specific requirements, such as special samples.
Write technical documents or academic articles to communicate study results or economic forecasts.
Conduct research on economic and environmental topics, such as alternative fuel use, public and priv
Collect and analyze data to compare the environmental implications of economic policy or practice al
Study economic and statistical data in area of specialization, such as finance, labor, or agricultur
Compile, analyze, and report data to explain economic phenomena and forecast market trends, applying
Study the socioeconomic impacts of new public policies, such as proposed legislation, taxes, service
Construct and manage economic datasets.
Present research at seminars and conferences.
Review documents written by others, such as referee reports.
Manage tracking and reporting of search-related activities and provide analyses to marketing executi
Optimize digital assets, such as text, graphics, or multimedia assets, for search engine optimizatio
Collect and analyze Web metrics, such as visits, time on site, page views per visit, transaction vol
Prepare reports of findings, illustrating data graphically and translating complex findings into wri
Collect and analyze data on customer demographics, preferences, needs, and buying habits to identify
Conduct research on consumer opinions and marketing strategies, collaborating with marketing profess
Identify environmental contamination sources.
Coordinate on-site activities for environmental cleanup or remediation projects to ensure compliance
Identify and apply for project funding.
Coordinate or direct development, energy assessment, engineering, or construction activities to ensu
Manage wind project costs to stay within budget limits.
Lead or support negotiations involving tax agreements or abatements, power purchase agreements, land
Supervise employees or subcontractors to ensure quality of work or adherence to safety regulations o
Train or coordinate the training of employees in operations, safety, environmental issues, or techni
Track and maintain records for wind operations, such as site performance, downtime events, parts usa
Coordinate or conduct internal investigations of problems such as employee theft and violations of c
Administer systems and programs to reduce loss, maintain inventory control, or increase safety.
Review loss prevention exception reports and cash discrepancies to ensure adherence to guidelines.
Report violations of compliance or regulatory standards to duly authorized enforcement agencies as a
Identify compliance issues that require follow-up or investigation.
Discuss emerging compliance issues to ensure that management and employees are informed about compli
Develop regulatory strategies and implementation plans for the preparation and submission of new pro
Review all regulatory agency submission materials to ensure timeliness, accuracy, comprehensiveness,
Direct the preparation and submission of regulatory agency applications, reports, or correspondence.
Develop and review regulatory strategies, development plans, and implementation plans for the preparation and submission of new products.
Direct or coordinate an organization's financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize i
Confer with board members, organization officials, or staff members to discuss issues, coordinate ac
Prepare budgets for approval, including those for funding or implementation of programs.

Technology

Analytical or scientific softwareData base user interface and query softwareObject or component oriented development softwareGeographic information systemOffice suite softwareDocument management softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareCompliance softwareComputer based training softwareWord processing softwareInformation retrieval or search softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareWeb page creation and editing softwareDevelopment environment softwareSpreadsheet softwareData base management system softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareElectronic mail softwareEnterprise application integration softwareAccounting softwareDesktop publishing softwareExpert system softwareWeb platform development softwareCustomer relationship management CRM softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareOperating system softwareFacilities management softwareProject management softwareInternet browser softwareContent workflow software

Tools

Carousel slide projectorsCompact digital camerasCompact disk CD playersComputer data input scannersComputer laser printersComputer projectorsConference telephonesDesktop computersDigital calculatorsDigital video camerasDigital video disk DVD playersHandheld microphonesInteractive whiteboard controllersInteractive whiteboardsLaptop computersMulti-line telephone systemsPersonal computersPhotocopying equipmentTablet computersTranscription equipmentLaser printersNotebook computersOptical character readersPersonal digital assistants PDAScanners10-key calculatorsMainframe computersData scannersMaintrame computersDomain name servers DNS

Work Values

AchievementIndependenceRecognitionWorking ConditionsRelationshipsSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for