BUS204 Business Analysis and Data Analytics (8)

The increasing availability of data provides opportunities to support evidence-based business decision-making. Students will be introduced to a range of data sources and analytical tools currently used in industry such as social networks and media.  Students will also be asked to apply analytic models to create insight and from this insight develop ideas for further analysis.

Availability

Session 2 (60)
On Campus
Bathurst Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: BUS204. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Management and Marketing

Enrolment Restrictions

Undergraduate students only.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to identify and evaluate a range of data sources;
  • be able to apply relevant business analytics models;
  • be able to track and report industry trends;
  • be able to collate data and explain the implications of the findings on business operations and tactics; and
  • be able to utilise data to make recommendations on insights and ideas for further analysis.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Introduction to data sources
  • Evaluating the quality of data sources
  • Combining data sources
  • Social media and web traffic tools
  • Utilising basic spreadsheet functions; software demonstration; practice
  • Transforming data into knowledge, insights and ideas

Contact

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The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2019. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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