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Udacity

Problem Solving with Advanced Analytics

via Udacity

Overview

The Problem Solving with Analytics course provides students with the foundational knowledge to use data analytics to create business insights.
You will learn:

  • To apply a useful framework to solve a business problem
  • To determine which analytical method to apply given the nature of the problem and available data
  • To use linear regression to generate business insights

    Throughout this course you’ll also learn the techniques to apply your knowledge in a data analytics program called Alteryx. At the end of the course, you’ll complete a project based on the principles in the course.

    This course is part of the Business Analyst Nanodegree.

  • Syllabus

    • The Analytical Problem Solving Framework
      • Learn a framework for structured problem solving.,Get introduced to predictive analysis.,See examples of a variety of business problems.
    • Selecting an Analytical Methodology
      • Learn to select the correct analytical methodology.,Get introduced to the Methodogy Map.,Learn to recognize numeric vs. non-numeric outcomes.
    • Linear Regression
      • Apply the Problem Solving Framework to a business problem.,Learn how to use simple linear regression models.,Use categorical variables in linear regression.

    Taught by

    Patrick Nussbaumer

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