Harnessing the Power Of Data: Introduction to Data-Driven Decision-Making

Explore how to make data-driven decisions to help develop your management skills Informed management decision-making comes from clearly distinguishing between data, information, knowledge and their sources. On this course, you’ll have the opportunity to explore how to evaluate different sources of data and information and acquire knowledge from them. You’ll explore various research techniques and critique the role of statistics in making decisions as a manager. By having the chance to enhance your understanding of the basis of robust information, the course aims to help you become more critical of sources of data before making significant decisions. This course is suitable for junior and middle managers seeking the opportunity to improve their understanding of data in order to help to potentially progress in their careers. It will also prove useful for entrepreneurs looking for the chance to equip themselves with a range of skills to run a business. This course is applicable across a variety of roles, sectors, and geographies. This is the introductory two-week course for the program in Information Management and Decision-Making, which forms part of the BA Management and Leadership online degree at Coventry University, delivered on FutureLearn. No specific software required.