Did you say just Numbers ?

“So I know the numbers, but what do I do with them? They are a lot of pages ” she asked Big B as he dropped the files and turned to go. He looked back and said “Analyse them, tell the data story and let me have the report”.

Data Analytics has to be an interestingly demanding course. Funnily, I had tried to learn it sometime ago but I just could not keep up with Excel, the formulas and all the extra things and boom It is right in my face . No running away this time because I have to know it, learn it, pass it, be great at it.

I have come to realise that every information in business are little pieces of the big picture and you have to take note. Data Analytics has become an increasingly important aspect of MBA programs in recent years. With the rise of big data and the growing importance of data-driven decision-making, MBA programs now increasingly incorporate DA courses to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in today’s data-driven business environment.

Data analytics is an essential skill for MBA students as it enables them to make informed decisions based on data-driven insights. In today’s business world, data analytics plays a critical role in determining the success of a company. In the program, we are taught techniques of data analytics using real-world case studies. We learn how to analyse data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can help solve business problems using data analytics tools such as Excel, R, and Python to manipulate and analyse data.

Data analytics is becoming an increasingly critical skill for MBA students. Gaining expertise ensures graduates can make informed decisions that lead to business success as it typically involves learning how to collect, manage, analyse, and interpret large amounts of data to make informed business decisions.

I have come to embrace the future and I am repositioning myself to ensure that I excel at this because there is actually no other option here.

Ms J picks up the file after staring blankly in space for about 10 mins , heads straight to her desk and tries to start working. She smiles , grateful she was an alumni of LBS and knew that she could get the job done in a short time