IS 358 - Business Intelligence and Data Mining

(3.00 cr.)

Students are introduced to data mining as a technology to discover information and knowledge from large datasets for business decisions. Students utilize SAS Enterprise Miner™ to perform data mining using methods such as clustering, regression and decision trees. Students develop a real world project using leading business intelligence technology for data mining. Forms the foundation for customer relationship management in marketing and for forensic accounting. Required to be eligible for the SAS™ BI Certificate.

Prerequisite: EC 220 , IS 251 or BH 251 ; MA 151 or MA 251 ; or written permission of the department chair.
Prerequisite (may be taken concurrently): IS 353 .
Restrictions: Restricted to sophomores, juniors, or seniors.

Interdisciplinary Studies: DS/FO/IDS/IFS