27/01/2023, 19:50 BUSS1020: Semester 1, 2022 Current students Unit of study_ BUSS1020: Quantitative Business Analysis Overview All graduates from the BCom need to be able to use quantitative techniques to analyse business problems. This ability is important in all business disciplines since all disciplines deal with increasing amounts of data, and there are increasing expectations of quantitative skills. This unit shows how to interpret data involving uncertainty and variability; how to model and analyse the relationships within business data; and how to make correct inferences from the data (and recognise incorrect inferences). The unit will include instruction in the use of software tools (primarily spreadsheets) to analyse and present quantitative data. Details Academic unit Business Analytics Unit code BUSS1020 Unit name Quantitative Business Analysis Session, year ? Semester 1, 2022 Attendance mode Normal day Location Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney Credit points 6 Enrolment rules Prohibitions ? ECMT1010 or MATH1005 or MATH1905 or MATH1015 or STAT1021 or ENVX1001 or ENVX1002 or DATA1001 or MATH1115 https://www.sydney.edu.au/units/BUSS1020/2022-S1C-ND-CC 1/8 27/01/2023, 19:50 BUSS1020: Semester 1, 2022 Prerequisites Corequisites Assumed knowledge ? ? ? Available to study abroad and exchange students None None Mathematics (equivalent of band 4 in the NSW HSC subject Mathematics or band E3 in Mathematics Extension 1 or 2) OR MATH1111 Yes Leadership for good starts here Teaching staff and contact details Coordinator Bernard Conlon, bernard.conlon@sydney.edu.au Lecturer(s) Bernard John Conlon , bernard.conlon@sydney.edu.au Erick Li, erick.li@sydney.edu.au Steven Sommer, steven.sommer@sydney.edu.au Be aware that assessment details may be updated until the start of week 2. 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Assessment Type Description Final exam (Record+) Final Exam Multiple Choice and shortB answer questions Weight Due Length 40% Formal exam period 2 hours 20% Week 07 1.5 hours Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 In-semester test (Record+) B In-semester test multiple choice and shortanswer questions Due date: 09 Apr 2022 at 09:00 Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO3 https://www.sydney.edu.au/units/BUSS1020/2022-S1C-ND-CC 2/8 27/01/2023, 19:50 BUSS1020: Semester 1, 2022 Media Type StudentWeight links Due Description News How to log in to University Group Assignment 30% Weeksystems 13 Key dates Conducting statistical analysis Due date: 23 Class timetables and communicating results May 2022 at Assignment Find an expert Media contacts Policies Length 1500 words 23:59 Closing date: 02 About us Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO3 LO2 Connect Our rankings Research centres Campus locations Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 Member of Contact us Homework Calculations and shortanswers Faculties task and schools Online = group assignment ? Jun 2022 Find a staff member 10% Weekly Careers at Sydney Approx. 20 questions Find an event Emergencies and personal safety B = Type B final exam ? B = Type B in-semester exam ? Group Assignment Assessment criteria The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1). Disclaimer Asa general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard. Privacy Result name Accessibility Mark range High 85 distinction 100 Follow us_ Distinction75 - 84 Website Description feedback Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school. Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school. ABN: 15 211 513 464 Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a CRICOS Number: 00026A Credit 65 - 74 good standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by TEQSA: PRV12057 your faculty or school. Pass Fail Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school. When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory 0 - 49 standard. 50 - 64 https://www.sydney.edu.au/units/BUSS1020/2022-S1C-ND-CC 3/8 27/01/2023, 19:50 BUSS1020: Semester 1, 2022 For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades. Late submission In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date: Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date. After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded. This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below: In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after the due date: Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date. After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded. Special consideration If you experience short-term circumstances beyond your control, such as illness, injury or misadventure or if you have essential commitments which impact your preparation or performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements. Academic integrity The Current Student website provides information on academic honesty, academic dishonesty, and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic dishonesty or plagiarism seriously. We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic dishonesty. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of dishonesty, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation. Weekly schedule WK Topic Learning activity Week 01 Introduction to Data Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO3 https://www.sydney.edu.au/units/BUSS1020/2022-S1C-ND-CC Learning outcomes 4/8 27/01/2023, 19:50 BUSS1020: Semester 1, 2022 WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes Week 02 Numerical descriptive measures Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO3 Week 03 Basic probability Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO3 Week 04 Discrete probability distributions Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO3 Week 05 Continuous probability distributions Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO3 Week 06 Sampling distributions Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO3 Week 07 Confidence intervals Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO3 Week 08 One-sample tests Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 Week 09 Two-sample tests Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 Week 10 Linear regression 1 Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 Week 11 Linear regression 2 Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 Week 12 Multiple regression Lecture and tutorial (4 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 Attendance and class requirements There are two parts to the unit: 1. Self-paced study modules on Canvas 2. Weekly 2-hour tutorials/workshops (see your schedule) Study commitment Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total. https://www.sydney.edu.au/units/BUSS1020/2022-S1C-ND-CC 5/8 27/01/2023, 19:50 BUSS1020: Semester 1, 2022 Required readings Berenson et al, (2019). Basic business statistics: concepts and applications, US Edition, (14e), Pearson, New York. (ISBN: 9780134684840) The unit text will be available free to students online from the publisher via Canvas. Learning outcomes Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University’s graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum. At the completion of this unit, you should be able to: LO1. use a variety of analytical and statistical tools that are useful for analysing business data LO2. identify and test a hypothesis from a business perspective using data LO3. communicate quantitative and statistical findings or results in a professional and ethical manner with a focus on business context. Graduate qualities The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world. GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline. GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem. GQ3 Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context. GQ4 Information and digital literacy https://www.sydney.edu.au/units/BUSS1020/2022-S1C-ND-CC 6/8 27/01/2023, 19:50 BUSS1020: Semester 1, 2022 Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies. GQ5 Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions. GQ6 Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues. GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries. GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context. GQ9 Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision. Outcome map Learning outcomes Graduate qualities GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 Closing the loop GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9 We have reviewed the various modules in the course and have added additional examples for students to test their understanding as they work through each section. In addition we have provided practice exams for both in-semester and final exams of a similar difficulty and style to the actual exams. https://www.sydney.edu.au/units/BUSS1020/2022-S1C-ND-CC 7/8 27/01/2023, 19:50 BUSS1020: Semester 1, 2022 Additional information You will need to have access to Microsoft Excel in order to complete all of the assessment tasks, including the final exam. Business School Policies Maths in Business Workshops Peer-Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) Key dates Student administration Key dates through the academic year, including teaching periods, census, payment deadlines and exams. 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