ACCT 245 — Introduction to Data Analytics
This course will provide an introduction to business analytics as a means for organizations to gain a competitive advantage by using data to make better decisions. Many different organizations, including businesses, governments, and non-profits, are making significant investments in analytics to support managerial decision making which increases the demand for data analytics skills. Students will use Microsoft Excel to summarize, visualize, and analyze data in practical business situations. Exposure to other data analytics software tools will also be provided. Elements of appropriate levels of business statistics and Microsoft Excel will be developed through this course.
Prerequisites: ACCT 111, MATH 138