On-Demand


14 CPE

Application of Data Analysis Essentials Certificate (On-Demand) 2023

On-Demand
14 CPE

Learning Objectives

  • Determine and classify variables.
  • Calculate meaningful statistics, including central tendency, measurement and variability, basic probability, conditional probability, advanced probabilities, discrete distributions, and continuous distributions.
  • Analyze statistics and distributions in R case study.
  • Analyze fraud-detection case study.

Major Topics

  • The nature and types of different variables in data sets and how to use them
  • Fundamental statistical concepts for working with data
  • Characteristics of data that can be used for conducting analysis
  • Basic calculations for analyzing and discovering useful insights from data sets
  • How to understand and calculate probability from a data set
  • Different types of distribution and how they can be used
  • Guided exposure to the open-source R platform and its analytics capabilities
  • A practical case study exploring how statistical analysis can be used in a common fraud-detection scenario
  • Examples and practice exercises throughout the program to reinforce what you learn

CPE Credits Available

14 CPE
14
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Things to Know About This Course

Course Level

  • Intermediate

Professional Area of Focus

  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Data Analysis

Prerequisites

Recommended: Complete the Data Analysis Fundamentals Certificate or ensure you have equivalent knowled ge and skills.

Advanced Preparation

None.

Intended Audience

Accounting and finance professionals, especially those interested in learning and applying data analysis techniques to help their organizations make informed, data-driven business decisions.

Provider

AICPA - Durham

This can not be purchased at this time.