This course introduces basic concepts and applications of analytics. Topics include an overview of the analytical process and the role of the analyst, applied descriptive statistics, and exploratory data analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of analytics for decision-making in business.
Pre-Requisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025
Take MAT-003 or MAT-025 or MAT-035 or MAT-110
BAS-121: Data Visualization
This course introduces key concepts in data visualization and reporting. Topics include concepts and methods used in graphical representation of data, exploration and reporting of data, and basic linear regression methods. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively use graphical tools to communicate insights about data.
Pre-Requisites: Take BAS-120
BAS-150: Introduction to Analytical Programming
This course introduces statistical software for analytics. Topics include utilization of analytical and statistical software packages for data management, data visualization, and exploratory data analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to use statistical programming tools to conduct descriptive analytics.
Pre-Requisites: Take ENG-002 or ENG-025
Take MAT-003 or MAT-025 or MAT-035 or MAT-110
BAS-220: Applied Analytical Programming
This course covers applications of statistical software for data management and reporting. Topics include data management, data preprocessing, and modeling including linear and logistic regression analysis using programming tools. Upon completion, students should be able to process data and generate reports that support business decision-making.
Pre-Requisites: Take BAS-150
BAS-221: Introduction to Predictive Analytics
This course introduces foundations of predictive analytics. Topics include basic predictive modeling methods for both classification and regression tasks. Upon completion, students should be able to build and validate predictive models.
Pre-Requisites: Take All: BAS-121 and BAS-220
BAS-230: Applied Predictive Modeling
This course covers advanced applications of predictive models. Topics include the advanced use of classification and regression models in real-world scenarios. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize their knowledge and skills in predictive analytics to independently guide decision makers.
Pre-Requisites: Take BAS-221
BAS-240: Data Structures for Analytics
This course is designed to enhance student proficiency in data management skills for analytics applications. Topics include techniques and methods for identification, extraction, and preparation of data for processing with analytical software. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the skills necessary to effectively organize and combine different data sources for analytic applications.
Pre-Requisites: Take All: BAS-121 and BAS-220
BAS-250: Analytical Tools and Methods
This course covers advanced statistical and analytic tools for use in decision-making. Topics include an overview of data mining, unsupervised machine learning techniques, analysis of semi-structured and unstructured data, and text analytics. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze complex data with modern analytical tools and methods.
Pre-Requisites: Take BAS-240
Take BAS-230
BAS-270: Advanced Analytical Tools and Methods
This course covers the planning and execution of an analytics project that integrates the analytical knowledge and skills acquired through prior coursework. Students will define and carry out an analytics project from inception to final reporting. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate their ability to apply analytic methods and best practices in a simulated business setting.
Pre-Requisites: Take All: BAS-221 and BAS-240
Take BAS-250
