MECO4352 - Statistical Data Science for Business Decisions

MECO 4352 Statistical Data Science for Business Decisions (3 semester credit hours) Provides hands-on training in statistical data-science methods for analyzing business and economic data. Build and interpret quantitative models using cross-sectional datasets, with an emphasis on understanding relationships in data and supporting real-world business decisions. Key topics include linear regression, causal interpretation of observational data, and an introduction to instrumental variables concepts. Focus is on practical applications, model diagnostics, and translating empirical results into clear, evidence-based business insights. Prerequisite: STAT 3360 or OPRE 3360. (3-0) Y