The aim of the subject is to provide students with an understanding of the data and its relevance in business and develop an understanding of the quantitative techniques of statistics. A particular emphasis is placed on developing the ability to interpret the numerical information that forms the basis of decision-making in business. Most of the examples are drawn from a variety of business applications. This module introduces business statistics and fundamental aspects of decision-making. It examines aspects of business with regards to basic statistical analysis. Students will be provided with the theoretical concepts, tools and methods of statistics as well as the opportunity to work through example problems.