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Technical Note on Bayesian Statistics and Frequentist Power Calculations

By: Amitabh Chandra and Ariel Dora Stern
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  • | Language:English
  • | Pages:15
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Abstract

This Technical Note provides an introduction to Bayes’ Rule and the statistical intuition that stems from it. In this note, we review the concepts that underlie Bayesian statistics, and we offer several simple mathematical examples to illustrate applications of Bayes’ Rule. Instructors can assign this note either as a standalone reading to familiarize students with Bayesian statistics or as a supplement to accompany “Adaptive Platform Trials: The Clinical Trial of the Future?” (HBS Case No. 618-025). This case introduces the concept of an adaptive platform clinical trial, in which Bayesian statistical methods are used to expedite the investigation and regulatory approval of promising new therapies, such as cancer treatments.

Keywords

Bayesian Statistics; Mathematical Methods

Citation

Chandra, Amitabh, and Ariel Dora Stern. "Technical Note on Bayesian Statistics and Frequentist Power Calculations." Harvard Business School Technical Note 620-032, December 2019.
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Amitabh Chandra

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