Method
Flexible
Term
SPRING
Units
3.0 QUARTER UNITS
Cost
$745
Course Description
This course explores the fundamentals of statistical methods and reasoning. Topics include descriptive methods, data gathering, probability, interval estimation, significance tests, one- and two-sample problems, categorical data analysis, correlation and regression. The instructor will demonstrate how to use spreadsheets and statistical software to analyze and interpret data. Real-world examples are drawn from a variety of fields including biology, business and marketing. While not too mathematically rigorous for the novice, the course provides some mathematical detail to illustrate basic concepts. No prior background in calculus or statistics is required.
Topics
- Orientation
- Descriptive Statistics
- Probability
- Hypothesis Testing
- Estimation
- Inference about Two Populations
- Correlation
- The Chi Squared Distribution
- ANOVA
Additional Information
This course is not calculus based and only a beginning to intermediate algebra level of mathematical ability is required.
Apr. 6 - Jun. 15, Monday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
BUSM.X406.(8)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 04-06-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 04-13-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 04-20-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 04-27-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 05-04-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 05-11-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 05-18-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 06-01-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 06-08-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Mon, 06-15-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
No meeting on May 25, 2026. To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
This course applies to these programs:
