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22753 Business Analysis
6cp
Postgraduate

This subject introduces students to quantitative techniques for data analysis using functional processes in the areas of accounting, finance and operations research to generate information products to support management decision making. Data analysis and conversion to information products utilising information technology productivity tools are applied to practical business decision situations confronting managers. The subject employs computer-based analytical tools to analyse historical business operations and to develop models of operations to facilitate the forecasting of future operations. Topics include quantitative forecasting techniques; cost and profit planning; business valuations; financial analysis; project management using CPM and PERT; and capital project evaluations.