Global Strategy Training Course on Master Sampling Frames (MSF)

This training material is designed for managers, statisticians, sampling experts, GIS specialists and professional staff from the National Statistical Offices and statistical units of the Ministries of Agriculture. It may also be used to train students in agricultural statistics as well as targeted trainers or technical assistance providers in statistical training centres, Regional Economic Communities and regional and subregional organizations specialized in statistical development.

Users’ guide Download

Module 1

Session 1 – MSF for agricultural statistics: basic principles Download

Session 2 – MSF and AGRIS Download

Session 3 – Using different frames to build and use a MSF Download

Session 4 – Requirements to building an MSF Download

Session 5 – Countries’ experiences Download

Module 2

Session 1 – Defining the MSF for agricultural statistics: basic principles Download

Session 2 – Use of technology for sample frame development Download

Session 3 – Using list frames to build and maintain an MSF Download

Session 4 – Using area sampling frames to build and maintain an MSF Download

Session 5 – Using a multiple sampling frame as an MSF Download

Exercises Download

Module 3

Session 1 – Sampling design considerations when developing an MSF Download

Session 2 – Sampling and estimation when developing an MSF list frame Download

Session 3 – Sampling and estimation when developing an MSF area frame Download

Session 4 – Sampling and estimation when developing an MSF multiple frame Download

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