This course satisfies the prerequisite of statistics for master's degree programs. The concepts of statistical notation, probability are covered as well as the principles of estimation using the central limit theorem.

Not required

Entrance Competencies:

1) Students are expected to correctly solve arithmetic and college algebra problems with paper and pencil alone.
2) Students must be able to download and post documents in the discussion area and as e-mail attachments.
3) All students entering this course should be computer literate, familiar with Microsoft Office 2000 or 2003 Edition Software, have unrestricted access to a personal computer, and have the ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Exit Competencies:

Through this course and upon its completion, students will:

1) Define and use statistical terminology and notation to solve problems.
2) Identify characteristics of a problem to which quantitative techniques are applicable.
3) Identify appropriate techniques for the graphical representation of data.
4) Use statistical methods to get measures of central tendency and dispersion for a sample.
5) Define and explain measures of central tendency and dispersion for grouped and ungrouped data.
6) Solve problems using the binomial, Poisson, normal, uniform and exponential distributions.
7) Describe the implications of the central limit theorem for sampling distributions.
8) Apply a specific quantitative technique to solve one or more assigned homework problems.
9) Solve statistical problems using Microsoft Excel and PhStat2.

1. Required Materials


1. Textbooks

Business Statistics - 2008
Groebner, G.F.
Pearson
ISBN: 9780555032053

Notes: Custom textbook. Only available at NSU Bookstore.


APA Manual
Effective October 1^st 2009, the 6th edition of the APA Manual is required for all courses.

NSU Bookstore
Textbooks and Case Studies may be purchased from the NSU Bookstore (located in the University Park Plaza) by calling 1-800-509-2665 or online at http://www.nsubooks.bkstore.com.



2. Recommended Materials

Textbook Website
http://www.prenhall.com/levine

Abelson, R. P. (1995). Statistics as principled argument. Hillsdale, N.J.: Lawrence Erlbaum.

Brightman, H. J. & Schneider, H.(1994). Statistics for business problem solving. (Second Edition). Cincinnati: South-Western.

Brightman, H. J. & Schneider, H.(1994). Solutions manual for Statistics for business problem solving. (Second Edition). Cincinnati: South-Western.

Brightman, H. J. (1986). Statistics in Plain English. Cincinnati: South-Western.

Gonick, L. & Smith, W. (1993). The cartoon guide to statistics. New York: Harper-Collins.

Huff, D.(1954). How to lie with statistics. New York: Norton.

Pyrczak, F. (1995). Making sense of statistics: A conceptual overview. Los Angeles: Pyrczak.

Pyrczak, F. (1989). Statistics with a sense of humor: A humorous workbook and guide to study skills. Los Angeles: Pyrczak.

Pyrczak, F. (1989). Concise key and step-by-step key for Statistics with a sense of humor. Los Angeles: Pyrczak.

Pyrczak, F. & Bruce, R. R. (1992). Writing Empirical research reports: A basic guide for students of the social and behavioral sciences. Los Angeles: Pyrczak.

The NSU libraries comprise the Alvin Sherman Library, Research, and Information Technology Center, East Campus Branch Library, Health Professions Division Library, Law Library and Technology Center, North Miami Beach Branch Library, University School Library Media Centers, and the William S. Richardson Ocean Science Library. Students are strongly encouraged to visit one of the physical locations and/or take advantage of the vast electronic library available for research. For more information, please visit http://www.nova.edu/library.

Please note that all required and recommended materials should be referenced in APA style.