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Propensity Score Analysis: Theoretical & Practical Considerations
EPI 271

Course Information

Description

This course introduces basic and advanced theory underlying propensity score analyses and provides practical insights into the conduct of studies employing the method. Course readings will include propensity score theory as well as applications. Lectures are complemented by computer lab sessions devoted to the mechanics of estimating and using the propensity score as a tool to control for confounding in observational research. Students should have knowledge in multivariable modeling approaches. A course project will involve the application of propensity scores to a data set or the review of a related, published paper.

Course Activities: Lectures, readings, homeworks, computer labs, participation, project.
Course Prerequisite(s): EPI 522; may not be taken concurrently. Students eligible to enroll must be in the MPH EPI program.

Class Notes

Priority Wave Groups 
Wave 1 | MPH -EPI students 
Wave 2 + Wave 3 | MPH-EPI students, MPH-GEN students, MPH-CLE Summer Focused students

Priority Wave Timing
Wave 1 | 5/14/2026 11:00 AM - 5/24/2026 11:59 PM
Wave 2 | 5/25/2026 12:00 AM - 5/27/2026 11:59 PM
Wave 3 | 5/28/2026 12:00 AM - Enrollment Deadline (varies by session)

School Harvard Chan School
Credits 1.25
Cross Reg

Not Available for Cross Registration

Department Epidemiology
Course Component Lecture
Instruction Mode In Person
Grading Basis HSPH Student Option (Ordinal, Pass/Fail)
Course Requirements MPH-GEN, MPH-EPI, MPH-CLE Academic Year, MPH-CLE Summer-Only