EDBA 935 Applied Business Research Methods

Most research begins with a question or inquiry. We focus on statistical inquiry using cross-sectional and time-series data. Students build competencies in 1) reviewing, evaluating and conducting quantitative business research for managerial decision making, and 2) effectively communicating research findings to practitioners. We cover the most proven multivariate analysis techniques and predictive models to assess research questions, emphasizing interpretation, testing and validation. These include data examination techniques, exploratory factor analysis, regression (simple, multiple and logistic) MANOVA, MANCOVA, confirmatory factor analysis, structural equation modeling, and moving-average, exponential smoothing, time-series decomposition and ARIMA models. Software tools include SPSS, AMOS and ForecastXtm.