BDA 510 Emerging Topics in Business Data Analytics

Students explore business data analytics from a managerial perspective to understand data's influence on organizational activities by examining real-world cases across relevant topics and industries. Students learn how data-informed strategies can create a competitive advantage and enhance the return on investment (ROI) in an industry, sector, or organization. Students are introduced to emerging data collection strategies, tools, and techniques currently used to develop actionable insights focused on informing organizational goals and delivering value. Note: All students in the MS BDA program are required to maintain employment throughout the program in order to successfully complete this course. Students’ employment/practical training is integral to all MS BDA courses, through class discussions, assignments, and reflection on practical application of this degree.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

BDA500, BDA502, BDA505, BDA506 and RES 510; or permission of Program Chair or designate

Corequisite

None