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401-4633-00L 5 Credits MSC D-MATH
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Data Analytics in Organisations and Business

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Isabelle Flückiger
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:47:28

Abstract

On the end-to-end data analytics process in organizations & businesses and how to transform data into insights for fact-based decisions. Presentation of the process from the beginning with framing the business problem to presenting the results and making decisions using data analytics. For each topic, case studies from the financial service, healthcare, and retail sectors will be given.

Objective

This course aims to give the students an understanding of the data analytics process in the business world, with a particular focus on the skills and techniques used besides the technical skills. The student will become familiar with the "business language," current problems, and thinking in organizations and business and tools used.

Content

Framing the Business Problem Framing the Analytics Problem Data Methodology Model Building Deployment Model Lifecycle Soft Skills for the Statistical/Mathematical Professional

Resources

Lecture Notes

The lecture's presentation slides will be provided.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 120 minutes
Aids
Summary 10 A4-pages (i.e. 5 sheets)

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Data Analytics in Organisations and Business
  • Fri 14:15-16:00 (HG G 5)
2 h weekly
exercise Data Analytics in Organisations and Business
  • Fri 16:15-18:00 (HG G 5)
1 h weekly

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