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Data Analysis

Dr. Debmallya Chatterjee

Welcome to the exciting world of data analysis and unlock its power in today's dynamic business landscape. This course offers a comprehensive guide to mastering data analysis, transforming it into more than just a valuable skill. Gain essential knowledge and tools to convert data into actionable insights, drive informed decisions, and fuel business growth.

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Welcome to the exciting world of data analysis and unlock its power in today's dynamic business landscape. This course offers a comprehensive guide to mastering data analysis, transforming it into more than just a valuable skill. Gain essential knowledge and tools to convert data into actionable insights, drive informed decisions, and fuel business growth.

This course is designed for a wide range of individuals, including business professional data analysts, students or simply a curious learner eager to dive into data. This course will give you data-driven decision-making tools to gain a competitive edge. It will enable leveraging advanced technologies and practical tools like MS Excel, and its application to real-world case studies.

Upon completing this course, you will:

--Develop proficiency in applying Quantitative Analysis methods in business contexts.

--Recognize the significance of accurate data for credible results.

--Identify the salient aspects of an undertaking managerial assessment context.

In addition, you can get a head start on PGDM Online, an AICTE-approved master’s level program. This MOOC stacks into the PGDM Online program, an AICTE-approved master’s level program offered by SP Jain Institute of Management Research (SPJIMR), India. It's a premium online program catering to the needs of working professionals in India and the rest of the world.

Join us to unlock the full potential of data analysis and drive your success in the business-oriented world.

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Course Orientation
Managerial decision-making is complicated, especially given the fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape. This necessitates that management graduates possess the skills to effectively navigate real-world challenges and employ robust analytical thinking. Such proficiency entails processing data, recognizing assumptions, addressing biases, and confidently making managerial judgments. Employers increasingly seek professionals capable of thriving in both structured and unstructured environments. The debate surrounding whether exceptional managerial acumen can solely stem from excellent analytical skills is gaining traction globally. Clarity of thought, mastery of essential concepts, and the application of sharp reasoning and problem-solving abilities are highly valued. Increasingly, such skills, when combined with innovative and creative thinking, are recognized as integrals components that form a potent combination essential for managerial success. Businesses across sectors stand to gain from training that provides tools for issue resolution, data-driven decision-making, and gaining competitive advantage. With advanced technologies, data analysis has become more efficient, and access to high-end computers and common software has removed barriers to practical solutions. The course will delve into utilization of MS Excel, demonstrating its applications through real-world case studies. Covering fundamental topics such as descriptive statistics, probability, sampling techniques, hypothesis testing, ANOVA, and basics of regression, the course aims to empower individuals to make informed, data-driven decisions and effectively communicate their findings.
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Read about what's good
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Introduces core concepts and best practices for robust managerial decision-making in a dynamic business landscape for various roles, especially business professionals and data analysts
Focuses on practical hands-on applications of MS Excel in data analysis, which is widely used in industry, making it relevant to professionals in various domains
Provides a comprehensive overview of quantitative analysis methods, equipping individuals with essential tools for business decision-making
Features real-world case studies, ensuring that learners can apply their knowledge to practical business scenarios
Facilitates the development of data-driven decision-making skills, empowering individuals to extract meaningful insights from data
Requires a basic understanding of statistics, which may pose a barrier to those without a quantitative background

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Review probability concepts
Revisiting the concepts of probability will refresh your knowledge and ensure a solid foundation for the course.
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  • Review notes or textbooks on probability concepts.
  • Solve practice problems related to probability.
Compile a repository of data analysis resources
Gathering and organizing resources will enhance your ability to access and utilize valuable information for data analysis.
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  • Search for and identify relevant data analysis resources, such as articles, tutorials, and tools.
  • Create a central repository or database to store and organize these resources.
  • Categorize and tag resources for easy retrieval.
Practice descriptive statistics calculations
Engaging in practice drills will enhance your proficiency in calculating descriptive statistics, which is crucial for data analysis.
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  • Find datasets online or in textbooks.
  • Calculate measures of central tendency (mean, median, mode).
  • Calculate measures of dispersion (range, variance, standard deviation).
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Discuss sampling techniques in real-world scenarios
Engaging in peer discussions will facilitate a deeper understanding of how sampling techniques are applied in various real-world scenarios.
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  • Form study groups or connect with peers online.
  • Identify different sampling techniques and their applications.
  • Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each technique.
Explore ANOVA applications in research
Delving into tutorials on ANOVA applications will provide practical insights into its usage in research and enhance your understanding.
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  • Search for tutorials or articles on ANOVA applications.
  • Review examples of ANOVA usage in different research fields.
  • Attempt practice problems or case studies involving ANOVA.
Develop a regression model
Creating a regression model will allow you to apply your knowledge and gain hands-on experience in predictive modeling.
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  • Choose a dataset and identify the dependent and independent variables.
  • Explore different regression techniques and select the most appropriate one.
  • Build and evaluate the regression model.
  • Interpret the results and draw conclusions.
Contribute to data analysis projects on GitHub
Involving yourself in open-source projects will provide practical experience in data analysis and contribute to the community.
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  • Find data analysis projects on GitHub that align with your interests.
  • Review the project documentation and identify areas where you can contribute.
  • Fork the repository and make your contributions.
Develop a data analysis dashboard
Creating a data analysis dashboard will allow you to apply your skills and gain experience in presenting insights effectively.
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  • Identify a business problem or opportunity that can be addressed with data analysis.
  • Gather and analyze relevant data.
  • Design and develop a data analysis dashboard using visualization tools.
  • Share and communicate your insights to stakeholders.

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Effort
6 weeks of study, 6-7 hours/week
Level
Introductory
Via
Coursera
Institution
S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
Instructor
Dr. Debmallya Chatterjee
Session
August 5, 2024 - September 23, 2024
Language
English
Traffic lights
Read about what's good
what should give you pause
and possible dealbreakers
Introduces core concepts and best practices for robust managerial decision-making in a dynamic business landscape for various roles, especially business professionals and data analysts
Focuses on practical hands-on applications of MS Excel in data analysis, which is widely used in industry, making it relevant to professionals in various domains
Provides a comprehensive overview of quantitative analysis methods, equipping individuals with essential tools for business decision-making
Features real-world case studies, ensuring that learners can apply their knowledge to practical business scenarios
Facilitates the development of data-driven decision-making skills, empowering individuals to extract meaningful insights from data
Requires a basic understanding of statistics, which may pose a barrier to those without a quantitative background
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