Measurement and Quantitative Methods

Measurement and quantitative methods are relevant to many professional fields. Measurement (often called psychometrics) is mostly concerned with statistical approaches to evaluating assessments. Private sector jobs in measurement are often found in the testing industry, where pyschometricians analyze test responses to ensure that test scores are accurate and fair representations achievement or development. Similar positions can also be found in state and local government, developing and evaluating assessments used in K-12 education. Measurement and quantitative methods can also be used in other settings where research questions are to be explored through the application of advanced modeling techniques (HLM, SEM, Factor Analysis, IRT). Methodologists can use their skills in quantitative methods to answer varied social science, policy, and evaluation questions.

For specific information about a measurement and quantitative methods concentration program in our department, please see the information below: