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2020-2021 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

BSAD 606 - Data-Driven Optimization and Decision Making

Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: BSAD 602 and MIS 565
This course covers principles and techniques of applied mathematical modeling for business decision making as a function of the variables gathered by data analysis. Students develop mathematical models that can be used to improve decision making in diverse industries and functional areas, including finance, economics, accounting, operations, and marketing. Industry-standard analytical and computational optimization methods are included, including linear programming and calculus.