Quantitative Methods in Commerce G (11405.2)
Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
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View teaching periods | Flexible |
Bruce, Canberra |
EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Business, Government & Law |
Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
Canberra Business School | Graduate Level | Band 1 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 1 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Demonstrate an ability to solve a range of business problems by firstly synthesising, organising data, then analysing plus interpreting data and information in relation to specific topics, such as discounted cash flows and linear programming problems with at least 2 dimensions;
2. Clearly communicate to stakeholders the implications of the results of various techniques applied, as well as being able to identify and articulate the potential impacts of assumptions made and limitations of the techniques;
3. Explain how data is sampled, collected and presented using a range of summary measures;
4. Identify problems within real-world constraints and collect data for business decision making;
5. Create statistical models for studying relationship among business variables;
6. Demonstrate an ability to select appropriate techniques when dealing with unfamiliar problems in business, finance and economics, as well as structure a given problem scenario in a way that allows solution via appropriate techniques; and
7. Demonstrate the application of forecasting method. Students will also be able to articulate the impacts of the assumptions behind, and limitations of, these models.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
11165 Quantitative Methods in Commerce, 5123 Business StatisticsEquivalent units
6275 Statistical Analysis & Decision Making GAssumed knowledge
Basic mathematics approximately to Year 10 standard.Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
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2023 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 06 February 2023 | Flexible | Mrs Lili Zhang |
2023 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 31 July 2023 | Flexible | Dr Xiaodong Gong |
2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 05 February 2024 | Flexible | Mrs Lili Zhang |
2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | Flexible | Dr Xiaodong Gong |
Required texts
Main textbook (required):
Title: Business Analytics and Statistics
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Australia
Author: Black et al
ISBN: 9780730363330
(Note: The publisher has informed that this book will be receiving an update for semester 1 2024 for 11405/11165. The publisher states that 'Students will be able to continue to access the text through Wiley Business Now as semester 1 for $6.95/monthly and will also have the option to purchase the perpetual e-text or hardcopy. Students subscribing to Wiley Business Now will have automatic access to the new edition when it is released')
Recommended reference:
Title: Business Analytics and Statistics Abridged Australia/New Zealand, Edition 8
Publisher: Cengage Learning Australia
Author: Selvanathan et al
ISBN-10: 0170439542 or ISBN-13: 9780170439541
Submission of assessment items
Special assessment requirements
Final grades in this subject will be assessed according to performance in each of the assessment items identified above. In order to pass this unit, you must obtain:
- an overall total score of at least 50% AND
- submit all assessment items marked as mandatory AND
- obtain a minimum of 40% in the final exam.
For assessment items marked as mandatory, each piece of assessment must be completed and submitted, but it is not necessary that students pass each individual item of assessment unless otherwise stated.
Academic integrity
Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.
To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.
Use of Text-Matching Software
The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.
Participation requirements
Your participation in both class and online activities will enhance your understanding of the unit content and therefore the quality of your assessment responses. Lack of participation may result in your inability to satisfactorily pass assessment items.
As per the University's policy students are expected to be available for all assessment items held during the semester, including the examination period.
Required IT skills
Excel and computer literacy
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
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