Updated on: 04/12/2023 Data and information are core to any organisation and business process. Accurate
data and meaningful information are of high value to an organisation and are key
drivers for effective decision making and problem solving. Business intelligence relies
on the use of data science, which makes use of a range of tools and methods,
including data mining, data integration, data quality and data warehousing, in
conjunction with other information management systems and applications.
This unit introduces students to a range of tools, techniques and technologies used
for acquiring data and processing it into meaningful information that can be used to
support business functions and processes.
Students will examine how data and information support business processes, the
mechanisms to source and utilise data and turn it in to usable, and valuable,
information output. Students will explore real-world business problems, the
emergence of data science and how the application of data science can be used to
support business processes. Finally, students will demonstrate practical application of
data science techniques to support real-world business problems.
On successful completion of this unit, students will appreciate the importance and
value of data and information in terms of optimising decision making and
performance. By exploring the tools, techniques and systems that support business
processes, students will be aware of the role and contribution of these technologies
and methodologies, and their importance to organisations. As a result, students will
develop skills such as communication literacy, critical thinking, analysis, reasoning and
interpretation, which are crucial for gaining employment and developing academic
competence.