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BSAD 221 - Business Statistics
Principles and methods of the theory and methodology of elementary statistics with the development of an understanding of the role of statistics in business and practical affairs. Emphasis on the use of statistical methods as an analytical tool. Sources of basic data, tabular and graphic presentation, frequency distributions, averages, measures of dispersion, probability, sampling methods, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, and, simple regression. Focus is on computerized calculations using Excel, and case studies. A background in Excel is strongly recommended. Prerequisite: CITA 100 or permission of instructor. 3 credits (3 lecture hours), fall or spring semester