A Step-by-Step Introduction to Statistics for Business
Learn Key Statistical Techniques and Tools for Business Decision Making
Created by Richard N. Landers
Gain a practical understanding of statistics and how to use them for smarter business decisions. Explore key concepts like descriptive and inferential statistics, hypothesis testing, and choosing the right statistical tools for real business problems. Build confidence in interpreting and analyzing data to support your business goals.
Sage Publishing | Jul 2026 | 496 min
What You Will Learn
You will start by exploring core statistical concepts and terminology, then move on to hands-on analysis using real business data. Step-by-step guidance helps you practice applying statistical tests and interpreting results. Each topic connects directly to business challenges so you can see how statistics support better decision making.
Key Features
- Learn to summarize and interpret business data using descriptive statistics
- Apply hypothesis testing and confidence intervals to real business scenarios
- Choose and use the right statistical tests for informed business decision making
Target Audience
Designed for business students, professionals, and managers who want to use statistics in real-world situations. If you are new to statistics but comfortable with basic math, you will find clear explanations and practical examples. Ideal for those aiming to improve data-driven decision making or prepare for more advanced business analytics.
