(College of Business North Campus)
QMB 2100 Basic Business Statistics
Reference Number: 889219
Term: Spring 2016
Meeting Time: TR 8:25am – 09:40am
Campus: North Campus
Classroom: 1330
Assistant Professor: René Choy
MDC North business office: 305-237-1215
Instructor/Class webpage: http://faculty.mdc.edu/rchoy
email: rchoy@mdc.edu please allow more than 24 working hours for a reply
Office hours: See office schedule in Room: 1256-29 North Campus
Course Description: The application of basic statistical methods to business problems. Emphasis is on learning to select
the appropriate statistical method of solving a given business problem, applying the chosen method, and interpreting the
solution. QMB2100 is the basic statistics course offered by the Department of Business. It applies basic statistical
methods to business problems with emphasis on learning to select the appropriate problem solving method, applying the
chosen method, and interpreting the solution. The class is equivalent to STA 2023 except that we focus on how to use
statistics in the business environment.
Prerequisites MAT1033 Intermediate Algebra or acceptable score on the placement test is required.
MAC1105 is recommended. CGS 1060 Basic proficiency of MS Excel is assumed.
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK: Lind, D. A., Marchal, W. G., and Walthen, S. A. Statistical Techniques in Business and
Economics (with CONNECT). 16th edition. McGraw-Hill Irwin: Boston. If you are comfortable using an E-Book then
CONNECT access comes with the Online E-Book included, see details below.
REQUIRED SOFTWARE: Purchase of the required package includes access to CONNECT by following the
instructions on the CONNECT word document posted on my webpage. I encourage you to purchase access and become
familiar with the website as soon as possible. There are quizzes, exercises, and supplementary materials to help you
understand each chapter. Most homework is to be submitted on CONNECT. Access to CONNECT comes with an EBook which you can use online or you can print out in sections if needed.
REQUIRED CO-REQUISITE (QMB-2100L) Students must complete a total of 15 hours during a semester at the
Business Resource Center on the second floor of the Library at North Campus. I recommend you do assignments and
homework’s there. The grade you receive for the Lab is the same as the grade for the class when you complete the
15 hours. If you do not complete the 15 hours you will receive a grade of F for the Lab.
Grading Policy: Final Grade will be based on four in class exams, attendance, CONNECT assignments and in-class
assignments There are no scheduled make-ups and no scheduled extra credit assignments.
A
90%-100%
D
60%-69%
B
80%-89%
F
59% or below
C
70%-79%
Tentative Grades:
Exam 1 (26.66%)
Exam 2 (26.66%)
Exam 3 (26.68%)
Exam 4 (Drop Lowest Score)
CONNECT (15%)
Attendance/Participation (5%)
Chapters 1,2,3,4
Due: 02/09/2016
Chapters 5,6,7,8
Due: 03/10/2016
Chapters 9,10,13,17
Due: 04/21/2016
Chapters: Cumulative Due: 04/26/2016
Explained see last page Due: See Connect calendar
Sign the Attendance sheet every day
Recommended Materials: Any basic calculator. Recommend TI 30X II S, it is a Solar calculator and it will last you
forever. Graphing calculators such as the TI 83 will NOT be permitted for tests.
Miami Dade General Education Outcomes: The Class and online work are specifically designed to reflect and practice
the following of the college’s ten overall learning outcomes:
 2. Use quantitative analytical skills to evaluate and process numerical data.
 3. Solve problems using critical and creative thinking and scientific reasoning.
 8. Use computer and emerging technologies effectively.
Academic Honesty and Academic Irregularities: Violations of ethical concept will result in penalties ranging from F
grade in the course to dismissal from the College. In all penalties a letter of fact will be included in the student’s file.
The following shall constitute academic irregularities and will result in substantial penalties:
- The use of materials and/or devices such as notes, books or calculators, etc while taking the examination unless
authorized by the instructor, or assistance from other persons while taking the examination or working on other
assignment unless specifically authorized by the instructor, acts defined as cheating.
- Unauthorized obtaining, distributing or receiving material which is purposed to be an examination, or part of an
examination, without the consent of the instructor.
- Taking of an examination for another person or having another person take an examination or having same
present as one’s own exam.
- The presentation of words or ideas from existing source as one’s own, acts defined as plagiarism.
- Other activities which interfere with the educational mission within the classroom.
The use of cellular telephones and pagers is not permitted in this class. In particular, you may not leave and re-enter the
classroom for the intended purpose of using a cellular telephone. Your full attention is expected in the classroom.
Tentative Schedule: The schedule may change depending on the individual circumstances of the class.
IMPORTANT NOTES: The students are encouraged to take class notes and read the book before class. Class notes and
power points will constitute the majority, if not all, of the material covered by the exams. Make sure you get someone
else’s phone number, in case you miss a class you will have someone to copy the notes from. The students are also
responsible for the material in the book, to expand your knowledge the CONNECT assignments may have material that
may or may not be covered in class. The school attendance policy says that any student may be dropped from the class if
he has too many absences, this policy also applies for our class. If you have any questions or comments please let the
professor know immediately, before or after class. Your courteous comments are greatly appreciated!!!
CONNECT Explained (15% of Final Class grade)
To Register into CONNECT:
Step 1
1. If you have a Credit Card then follow the instructions on Step 2 and buy the code directly.
OR
2. Buy a bundled New book and use the code that comes with it.
OR
3. Buy the Code directly from the manufacturer: go to http://mcgrawhillconnect.com. Follow the student
instructions to register and buy the code. The online Connect comes with an E-Book which you can use
online or you can print out in sections and read.
Step 2
1. Go to my webpage http://faculty.mdc.edu/rchoy
2. Click on QMB 2100 tab at the top
3. Pick the class time you are in and download the page that explains how to register
4. Follow the link and instructions the use the pre-purchased code or purchase access directly by using a Credit
Card. Online Connect access comes with an E-Book included.