Introduction to Business Analytics with Microsoft Excel ((4 Credits))

Catalog description

In this study students will learn about data storage paradigms and analytical methods used to support decision making at various organizational levels. Theoretical discussion will compare types of data, information, visualizations for operational and strategic decision making. The impacts of data interpretation and visual perception are examined as impacts on objectivity in decision making. Through hands-on labs, students will convert spreadsheet and relational data into information and graphical abstractions to solve operational level problems. Assumptions about surrounding courses: Students should have a basic understanding of computer applications.