Course Catalog
Statistical Methods for Managers
91-801
Units: 12
Description
Data exists everywhere. To make meaning of these data and to answer questions of interest, statistical
analyses of some form must be performed. However, so many statistical tools exist that a careful approach
is needed to select and justify which tools to use. In addition to domain knowledge, proficiency in statistical
tools is needed. This course is designed to equip students, who already bring domain expertise, with the
statistical literacy needed to bridge their expertise with sound statistical analysis.
This course serves as an introduction to the basic and foundational concepts needed for applied statistical
analysis. An array of statistical tools will be introduced, and proficiency will be developed in identifying,
justifying the use of, and implementing these tools to answer real-world questions. This will be achieved
through lectures, assignments, and recitations. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to
select, justify, and apply appropriate statistical tools to analyze real-world data, and to interpret and
clearly communicate their findings.