A hallmark of a successful analyst or manager is to be able to back up your analysis and recommendations with data. As you navigate through the journey of the MBA program, it is essential to understand and appreciate the role of data and analysis to support your recommendations. This course will guide you in understanding the importance of data in business along with recognizing attributes of data, and the analyses that can be performed through the lens of statistics. Before we start analyzing data, let's get to know our colleagues. In your initial post, address the following: What industry do you currently work in or aspire to work in? What is unique about that industry? Why did you choose to pursue the MBA program? Draw an example from your professional experience where you have used data If you have not used data before, what are you most curious to learn about in this course