BU.510.650.K2– Data Analytics

Data Analytics

2 Credits

BU.510.650.K2

Fridays 1:30 – 4:30 PM

10/27/2023 – 12/22/2023

Fall 2, 2023

Room 215, Harbor East, Baltimore, MD

Instructor

Mohammad Ali Alamdar Yazdi

Contact Information

[email protected]

Office Hours

Wednesdays 5 - 7 PM

https://jhucarey.zoom.us/j/917963295?pwd=RkxnVWRRcVdTMnpMQ1lSYzg1YTBNdz09

Required Texts & Learning Materials

There is no required textbook: All required class materials will be available on our Canvas website. However, some books are very useful if you want to learn more about data analytics and its applications. The best way   to learn is by doing (especially for R programming)

Optional Textbook 1 (solid primer, with theory and explanation):

An Introduction to Statistical Learning with Application in R, by Gareth James, Daniela Witten, Trevor Hastie, Robert Tibshirani;

Publisher: Springer (2021); ISBN-13: 978- 1071614174;

The book is free at: https://www.statlearning.com/

Optional Textbook 2 (a great advanced text):

Elements of Statistical Learning: Data Mining, Inference, and Prediction, by Trevor Hastie, Robert Tibshirani and Jerome Friedman;

Publisher: Springer (2009); ISBN-13: 978-0387848570;

It requires some mathematical sophistication and goes beyond the material we will be covering. The book is free at: https://hastie.su.domains/ElemStatLearn/printings/ESLII_print12_toc.pdf

Software:

.     We require the R Statistical Software, which is powerful and free. R can be downloaded at the link below:http://www.cran.r-project.org/

.     Rstudio is a free platform for both writing and running R, available atwww.rstudio.org.Some students find it friendlier than basic R (especially in windows OS).

.     The learning curve is very steep. Students can become proficient in a few weeks. Some manuals are very helpful to learn R, e.g.,http://cran.r-project.org/manuals.html

•     I provide limited software instruction, in-class demonstration, and code to accompany lectures and

assignments. We do not assume that you have used R in a previous class. However, this is not a

class on R. Like any language, R is only learned by doing. You should install R as soon as possible and familiarize yourself with basic operations.

•     Additional resources:YouTubeintros to R.

Course Description

This course prepares students to gather, describe, and analyze data, and use advanced statistical tools to make decisions on operations, risk management, finance, marketing, health care management, etc. Analysis is done targeting economic and financial decisions in complex systems that involve multiple partners. Topics include probability, statistics, hypothesis testing, regression, clustering, decision trees, forecasting, and unsupervised learning, etc.

Prerequisite(s)

BU.510.601 OR BU.914.610

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

1.   Gather sufficient relevant data, conduct data analytics using scientific methods, and make appropriate and powerful connections between quantitative analysis and real-world problems.

2.   Demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the concepts and methods; know the exact scopes and possible limitations of each method; and show capability of using data analytics skills to provide

constructive guidance in decision making.

3.   Use advanced techniques to conduct thorough and insightful analysis, and interpret the results correctly with detailed and useful information.

4.   Show substantial understanding of the real problems; conduct deep data analytics using correct methods; and draw reasonable conclusions with sufficient explanation and elaboration.

5.   Write an insightful and well-organized report for a real-world case study, including thoughtful and convincing details.

6.   Make better business decisions by using advanced techniques in data analytics.

To view the completelist of the Carey Business School’s general learning goals and objectives, visit theCarey website.

Attendance

Attendance and class participation are part of each student’s course grade. Students are expected to attend all

scheduled class sessions. Failure to attend class will result in an inability to achieve the objectives of the course. Excessive absence will result in loss of points for participation. Regular attendance and active

participation are required for students to successfully complete the course.

Class participation is an important part of learning. If you have a question, it’s likely that others do as well. I encourage active participation, and course grades will consider students who make particularly strong contributions.

Assignments

Late submissions— including assignments, and exams—will not be accepted.

Study Groups (not required, but highly recommended)

Many students learn better and faster when working in a group, so I encourage collaborative learning. You can work together in a study group with several students to discuss class materials and homework assignments on a weekly basis. However, each student must write the homework assignment individually; your text should reflect your own understanding of the materials.

Grading

The grade of A is reserved for those who demonstrate extraordinary performance as determined by the

instructor. The grade of A- is awarded only for excellent performance. The grades of B+ and B are awarded for good performance. The grades of B-, C+, C, and C- are awarded for adequate but substandard

performance. The grades of D+, D, and D- are not awarded at the graduate level. The grade of F indicates the student’s failure to satisfactorily complete the coursework. For Core/Foundation courses, the grade point

average of the class should not exceed 3.35. For Elective courses, the grade point average should not exceed 3.45.

Tentative Course Calendar

Instructors reserve the right to alter course content and/or adjust the pace to accommodate class progress. Students are responsible for keeping up with all adjustments to the course calendar.

Carey Business School Policies and General Information

Please note that failure to become acquainted with Carey policies will not excuse any student from adhering to these policies.

Canvas Site

A Canvas course site is set up for this course. Each student is expected to check the site throughout the

semester as Canvas will be the primary venue for outside classroom communications between the instructor and students. Students can access the course site athttps://canvas.jhu.edu/.

Technical Support

24/7 technical support for questions regarding Canvas, Zoom, and other technical issues is available. Please refer to Carey’sAcademic Resources webpagefor contact information and other details.

Students with Disabilities - Accommodations and Accessibility

Johns Hopkins University values diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing welcoming, equitable, and accessible educational experiences for all students. Students with disabilities (including those with

psychological conditions, medical conditions, and temporary disabilities) can request accommodations for this course by providing an Accommodation Letter issued byStudent Disability Services. Please request

accommodations for this course as early as possible to provide time for effective communication and

arrangements. For further information or to start the process of requesting accommodations, please contact Student Disability Servicesat the Carey Business School.

Academic Ethics Policy

Carey expects graduates to be exemplary global citizens in addition to innovative business leaders. The Carey community believes that honesty, integrity, and community responsibility are qualities inherent in an exemplary citizen. The objective of the Academic Ethics Policy (AEP) is to create an environment of trust and respect

among all members of the Carey academic community and hold Carey students accountable to the highest standards of academic integrity and excellence.

It is the responsibility of every Carey student, faculty member, and staff member to familiarize themselves with the AEP and its procedures. Failure to become acquainted with this information will not excuse any student,

faculty, or staff member from the responsibility to abide by the AEP. Please contact theOffice of Student Affairsif you have any questions. For the full policy, please visit theAcademic Ethics Policy webpage.

Student Conduct Code

The fundamental purpose of the Johns Hopkins University’s regulation of student conduct is to promote and to protect the health, safety, welfare, property, and rights of all members of the University community as well as   to promote the orderly operation of the University and to safeguard its property and facilities. Please contact

theOffice of Student Affairsif you have any questions regarding this policy. For the full policy, please visit the Student Conduct Code webpage.

Commitment to Respect

Respectful behavior creates an environment within the Carey Business School where all are valued and can be productive. Carey defines respectful behavior as conduct that, at a minimum, demonstrates consistent

courtesy for others, including an effort to understand differences. As such, all in the community agree to the Carey Commitment to Respect, which states that we all strive to show that we value each other’s human

dignity and our differences, and to choose behavior and language that demonstrates mutual respect. Please visit theCommitment to Respect webpageto learn more about the expectations and resources available.

Classroom Policies for All On-Site and Remote-Live Classes

Carey is committed to maintaining the highest standards of excellence in all forms of instruction. To that end,

we have developedpolicies and procedures for all classes offered in on-site and remote-live formats. These policies will govern all courses occurring in these formats, and all students are expected to familiarize

themselves with and adhere to these policies.

Student Success Center

The Student Success Center offers assistance in core writing and quantitative courses. For more information, visit theStudent Success Center webpage.

Other Important Policies and Services

Students are encouraged to consult theStudent Handbook and Academic CatalogandStudent Services and Resourcesfor information regarding other policies and services. For your convenience, there is a singular

website students can visit to learn about allJHU and Carey policies.

Copyright Statement

Unless explicitly allowed by the instructor, course materials, class discussions, and examinations are created  for and expected to be used by class participants only. The recording and rebroadcasting of such material, by any means, is forbidden. Violations are subject to sanctions under theAcademic Ethics Policy.