MATH 4720 — Theory of Statistics
General Information
Introduction to classical theory of parametric statistical inference that builds on the material covered in STSCI 3080. Topics include: sampling distributions, principles of data reduction, likelihood, parameter estimation, hypothesis testing, interval estimation, and basic asymptotic theory.
Full Cornell course description (FA26)
Credits: 4
Prerequisites and Enrollment
Prerequisites: STSCI 3080 or MATH 4710 or equivalent; STSCI 2150.
Recorded Offerings
| Semester | Listed instructors | Course details |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | Thomas Diciccio | Roster / syllabus |
| Spring 2026 | Marten Wegkamp | Roster / syllabus |
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Course information checked against Cornell’s Spring and Fall 2026 rosters on September 18, 2026. The listed semesters are verified examples, not a complete offering history.