MN3441 Tools for Managerial Data Analysis

This course introduces students to several foundational data technology concepts and tools. Databases and fundamentals of data storage will be introduced. Students will learn to prepare, organize, compile, visualize and process data. Key computer programming concepts, such as variables, inputs, outputs, if-statements and for-loops will be covered, with a focus on applying these concepts to automate routine tasks. Students will gain hands-on experience with technologies and tools.

Corequisite

N/A

Lecture Hours

Lab Hours

Course Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate technology agility, by rapidly adapting to new technologies
Independently search online technical forums for instructions required to complete tasks
Apply logical functions to process data effectively
Understand fundamental data management concepts, including data types, relations, dictionaries and file formats
Efficiently combine data sources, including required transformations, such as reformatting, grouping, etc.
Produce data visualizations using modern software
Understand technological capabilities and envision how they can be used within the DoD