Course Description
This course introduces methods for asking effective questions and bringing data and evidence to bear to make effective decisions and create competitive advantage. Various methods and analyses are helpful for managers to evaluate a variety of questions and issues. Students in this course will learn and apply statistical techniques to interpret organizational situations and inform decision-making. At the end of the course, students will be able to (a) develop and test research questions relevant to the organizational context; (b) critically evaluate quantitative information and illustrations they encounter; (c) perform common statistical analysis in Microsoft Excel, SAS, and/or R; and (d) present design, analysis, and evidence-based recommendations to business partners.
Spring 2026
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
January 12, 2026
Classes End:
April 28, 2026
Location:
02402 Nelson Hall
Class Days:
T H
Class Start Time:
11:45am
Class End Time:
1:00pm
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: MIE 330 Restriction: Poole College Majors