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Quantitative Methods

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Discover how statistical methods and tools are vital for today's managers as you learn how to apply these tools to real business problems. In walking you through these methodsological approaches, we emphasize applications over calculation and employ a proven three-step approach to problem solving. You learn
1.    how to identify the correct statistical technique by focusing on the problem objective and the data at hand,
2.    how to conduct the relevant statistical analysis (using Excel if applicable), and
3.    how to thoroughly interpret your results in the context of the problem.
Comprehensive examples, exercises, and cases address the various functional areas of business and demonstrate how marketing managers, financial analysts, accountants, and economists rely on statistical analysis to run their business. Upon successful completion of the course ‘Quantitative Methods’, you are familiar with the nuts and bolts of statistical data analysis in order to meet a key requirement to thrive in today’s data-driven business.

Type: Lecture (6 ECTS)
Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Stolper
Term: Summer term
Examination: Final Exam
Language: Deutsch
Details: Please find further information about this course in the B.Sc. course catalogue.