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Introduction to Business Analytics (MGT 715)

Term: 2025-2026 10 Fall

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James ZimmermanShow MyInfo popup for James Zimmerman
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Kyle AllisonShow MyInfo popup for Kyle Allison
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Michelle Lee BensonShow MyInfo popup for Michelle Lee Benson
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Dr. Mark HarveyShow MyInfo popup for Dr. Mark Harvey
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    Description

    In this course, students will gain a "big picture" understanding of business analytics, how data can be used to make profitable business decisions, and how data analysis can be used to gain a strategic advantage. Students will gain knowledge of the process of developing insights through data to support rapid, precise, reliable, and profitable decision making across management environments such as operations, marketing, and finance. Additionally, students will discuss the benefits, challenges, and misuse of analytics in organizations and in society.