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8.3 Analytics to Improve Decision-Making

Learning Objectives

Role and Importance of Analytics in Decision-Making

Decision Trees

Regression

Neural Networks

Clustering

Choosing Appropriate Models or Tools

How Organizations Use Business Analytics for Decision-Making

Operational, Tactical, and Strategic Decision-Making

Communicating Results

Ethical and Social Considerations

Case Study: Applying Analytics to the Decision-Making Process

Quizzes

Quiz 1: Fundamentals of Analytics in Decision-Making

Quiz 2: Analytical Models and Tools

Quiz 3: Organizational Levels of Decision-Making

Quiz 4: Communication and Ethical Considerations

Quiz 5: Case Study Application

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Learner Feedback

Mastering Business Analytics for Strategic Decision-Making is a practical, outcome-focused course that equips professionals with the tools, models, and mindset to turn data into confident, high-impact decisions. Bridging analytics and strategy, you will learn how organizations use analytics at operational, tactical, and strategic levels to drive growth, optimize processes, and mitigate risk. Through clear explanations and hands-on frameworks, you’ll explore essential methods including decision trees, regression, neural networks, and clustering—along with how to choose the right model for the question at hand. The course emphasizes end-to-end thinking: framing problems, selecting appropriate tools, validating results, communicating insights to stakeholders, and embedding ethical and social considerations into every step. You’ll apply your skills in a guided case study that mirrors real-world complexity, practice interpreting model outputs in business terms, and build the communication skills needed to influence decisions. Whether you’re aiming to enhance a current role or lead data-informed initiatives, this course gives you the structure, vocabulary, and confidence to create measurable value with analytics. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect data to strategy—making better decisions faster, with clarity and accountability.

CH 8.3: Mastering Business Analytics for Strategic Decision-Making

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            <p>In the modern business landscape, the ability to transform raw data into actionable insights is a critical differentiator for organizational success. This course explores the fundamental role of analytics in enhancing decision-making processes, moving beyond mere intuition to evidence-based strategies. Participants will delve into various analytical models, including decision trees for mapping potential outcomes, regression for predicting trends, and neural networks for identifying complex patterns. By understanding how to apply clustering and other sophisticated tools, professionals can effectively categorize information and select the most appropriate models to solve specific business challenges.</p>

<p>Beyond technical modeling, the curriculum examines how organizations integrate these insights across different functional levels, ranging from daily operational tasks to long-term strategic planning. A significant emphasis is placed on the art of communicating results to stakeholders, ensuring that data-driven findings are both understandable and persuasive. Furthermore, the course addresses the vital ethical and social considerations inherent in data usage, preparing learners to navigate the complexities of privacy and algorithmic bias. Through a comprehensive case study and targeted assessments, this program provides a practical framework for applying analytics to real-world scenarios while maintaining a focus on responsible and effective leadership.</p>
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