BA 319 Business Analytics

Credit, three hours.
This course uses data, information technology, statistical analysis, quantitative methods, and mathematical or computer-based models to help students understand how managers gain insight about business operations for improved fact-based decision making. Students will be expected to use Excel and apply statistical knowledge in learning topics such as predictive modeling and analysis, time-series forecasting, simulation and prescriptive analytics using linear optimization. Prerequisite(s): CIS 101, MA 211.