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Certificate of Achievement

Michaela O'Connor

has completed the following course:

Harnessing the Power Of Data: Introduction to Data-Driven Decision-Making

Coventry University

In this course, we explored how to evaluate different sources of data and information and acquire knowledge from them. We also explored various research techniques and critiqued the role of statistics in making significant decisions as a manager.

2 weeks, 4 hours per week

Clare Garrick

Business Course Leader

Coventry University

Transcript

Learning outcomes

  • Compare the differences between data, information and knowledge
  • Identify and evaluate research techniques
  • Evaluate the role of statistics in management decision-making

Syllabus

Data, information and knowledge

  • What is data, information and knowledge?
  • Why data management is important in business analytics
  • Input, processing and output

Research techniques

  • Data analysis techniques
  • The differences between qualitative and quantitative data
  • Key factors to consider when preparing quantitative or qualitative data for analysis

The role of statistics in management decision-making

  • The principles behind measurement and statistical analysis
  • Managing and presenting data
  • Enhancing management decision-making in the digital firm

Issued on 16th June 2021

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Harnessing the Power Of Data: Introduction to Data-Driven Decision-Making

Coventry University