BUS1BAN
ANALYSING BUSINESS DATA
BUS1BAN
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In a world where organisations are confronted with a vast amount of information, there is an ever-increasing demand for graduates who can make effective use of data. This subject will help you to become a more competent user of information and will enable you to develop an understanding of decision-making processes. The subject will assist you to attain an introductory level of statistical literacy and apply statistical concepts to critical business problems and major social issues.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Available as ElectiveYes
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsBUS1BUA
Equivalent subjectsBUS1BUA
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Business Analytics
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorEliyathamby A Selvanathan, Saroja Selvanathan & Gerald Kelly
Year2016
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherCengage
ISBNN/A
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URLN/A
Other descriptionN/A
Source locationN/A
Subject Learning Videos
Resource TypeWeb resource
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorHayat Khan
Year2016
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherHK
ISBNN/A
Chapter/article titleN/A
Chapter/issueN/A
URLN/A
Other descriptionN/A
Source locationN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Chisholm 311 (Chisholm Institute), 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
China (Si Chuan Uni), 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Vietnam (Hanoi University), 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Albury-Wodonga, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Bendigo, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of online learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Carlton (Carlton College Sport), 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
China (Si Chuan Uni), 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of online learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Mildura, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Shepparton, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Vietnam (Hanoi University), 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of online learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, LTU Term 5, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 37 - 42
Two 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Sydney, 2020, Study period 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Sydney, 2020, Study period 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 42
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of online learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Sydney, 2020, Study period 3, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 46 - 0
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 46 to week 0 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of online learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
China (ECNU), 2020, Week 28-31, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 28 - 31
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 28 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |
China (ECNU), 2020, Week 37-52, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMary Ma
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 37 - 52
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
In addition, students are expected to undertake between 1 h and 3 h of online learning and assessment activities each week prior to class.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online quizzes (equivalent to 500 words) The online quizzes will assess students' understanding of the concepts covered in the online videos and weekly workshop activities. Best 4 out of 5 online quizzes will contribute towards each student's final grade. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| In-class exercises & pre-workshop questions. Students are expected to complete weekly exercises in class, with evidence of pre-workshop preparation. Best 5 out of 7 in-class exercise marks & best 8 out of 10 pre-workshop preparation marks will contribute towards each student's final grade. Broadly equivalent to 1000 words. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 1000-word research project (equivalent to 1000 words) The research project requires students to analyse real world data using techniques learned in this subject. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| One 2-hour final examination (Equivalent to 2000 words) The Graduate Capability of Quantitative Literacy will be reported on the basis of student performance in the final exam. | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO4, SILO5 |