Introduction to Data Analysis in Accounting Credits: 3

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With the proliferation of large data sets, the ability to use a variety of software tools to gain understanding of this data has become an invaluable skill set in modern accounting. The statistical concepts and spreadsheet versatility presented in earlier course work will be augmented with graphical presentation types and best practices, database structure and usability, and statistical application here. These skills will be embedded in the methodology of data analysis commonly found in accounting environments.