Business Analytics Foundation
Develop core competencies in analyzing business data for strategic decision-making through statistical methods and practical application
Program Overview
This comprehensive program covers statistical methods, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis using real business scenarios. Students learn to work with Excel advanced features, SQL for database querying, and introduction to R programming.
The curriculum emphasizes translating data insights into actionable business recommendations through storytelling and visualization techniques. Participants explore market research methods, customer analytics, and competitive intelligence gathering.
What You'll Master
- Statistical analysis and hypothesis testing frameworks
- Database querying with SQL for business intelligence
- Data visualization and presentation techniques
- Business case analysis and recommendations
Professional Development Outcomes
Graduates of this program have enhanced their analytical capabilities and applied these skills across various business contexts. The competencies developed through this training support career advancement in data-driven roles.
Career Path Applications
Business Analyst Roles
Participants develop skills relevant to business analysis positions in retail, finance, and technology sectors throughout Tokyo
Management Positions
Managers gain data literacy to support evidence-based decision making and team guidance
Consulting Assignments
Consultants acquire frameworks for client data analysis and strategic recommendations
Entrepreneurship
Business owners learn to interpret market data and customer insights for operational improvements
Tools and Methodologies
This program provides hands-on experience with industry-standard analytical tools and proven methodologies used across corporate environments.
Microsoft Excel Advanced
Master pivot tables, advanced formulas, data modeling, and dashboard creation for business reporting
- • Power Query for data transformation
- • Statistical functions and regression analysis
- • Dynamic reporting with charts and graphs
SQL Database Querying
Learn to extract and manipulate data from relational databases using structured query language
- • SELECT statements and filtering techniques
- • JOIN operations for multi-table analysis
- • Aggregate functions and GROUP BY clauses
R Programming Basics
Introduction to R for statistical computing and data visualization using RStudio environment
- • Data frame manipulation and cleaning
- • Statistical modeling with base R functions
- • Basic visualization with ggplot2
Statistical Frameworks
Apply hypothesis testing, correlation analysis, and regression modeling to business problems
- • Descriptive statistics and distribution analysis
- • Linear and multiple regression techniques
- • A/B testing and experimental design
Who Should Enroll
This program suits professionals across industries who work with business data and seek to strengthen their analytical foundation.
Business Professionals
Individuals in operations, marketing, or strategy roles who need data analysis capabilities
Managers
Team leaders who oversee projects requiring data interpretation and reporting
Entrepreneurs
Business owners looking to understand customer behavior and market dynamics through data
Career Changers
Professionals transitioning into analytical roles from other business functions
Consultants
Advisory professionals seeking structured approaches to client data analysis
Recent Graduates
University graduates preparing to enter business or analytical roles in Tokyo
Learning Path and Assessment
The program structure allows participants to progressively build analytical competencies through practical exercises and project work.
Core concepts in descriptive and inferential statistics
Excel and SQL for data extraction and manipulation
Regression analysis and R programming basics
Business case studies and presentation development
Progress Evaluation Components
Weekly Assignments
Practical exercises applying statistical concepts and programming techniques to sample datasets
Midterm Analysis
Independent analysis project using provided business data to demonstrate technical proficiency
Peer Review Sessions
Collaborative feedback on analytical approaches and presentation techniques among participants
Final Capstone Project
Comprehensive business case analysis demonstrating mastery of statistical methods and data storytelling
Skill Development Indicators
Throughout the program, participants receive feedback on their developing capabilities in these key areas:
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