MBA 6350 Survey of Data Analytics

This course is an introduction to data analytics, which involves using statistical analysis and visualization techniques to describe, display, and explore data to develop useful insights and convert data to actionable information that enables learning and making better decisions.  Topics that will be covered include: data-driven decision-making, Microsoft Excel basics, data visualization (graphical and tabular), descriptive statistics, pivot tables and charts, correlation analysis, and linear regression (simple, multiple, and hierarchical).  This course emphasizes using the advanced analytic capabilities of Microsoft Excel.