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This clearly written textbook clarifies the concepts underpinning descriptive and inferential statistics in organizational research. Acting as much more than a theoretical reference tool, step-by-step it guides readers through the various key stages of successful data analysis. Covering everything from introductory descriptive statistics to advanced inferential techniques, multiple and logistic regression and factor analysis, Using examples directly relevant to organizational research it includes practical advice on such topics as the size of samples required in research studies, using and interpreting, and writing up results. In helping readers to develop a sound understanding of statistical methods, rather than focusing on complex formulas and computations, this is as appropriate for those who wish to refresh their knowledge as those new to the subject area.