Course: Computerized Data Processing

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Course title Computerized Data Processing
Course code MUSKM/1CDPE
Organizational form of instruction Lesson
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study not specified
Semester Summer
Number of ECTS credits 3
Language of instruction English
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Course availability The course is available to visiting students
Lecturer(s)
  • Urbánek Tomáš, Ing. Ph.D.
  • Kunčar Aleš, Ing.
Course content
- Introduction to MS Excel and basics of working with workbooks - Formatting data and cells - Sorting data (simple and multi-level) - Filtering data (automatic and advanced filter) - Using slicers - Data import and transformation (Power Query Editor) - Basic MS Excel formulas and functions - Advanced MS Excel functions - PivotTables - PivotCharts and standard charts - Data analysis and presentation - Dashboard creation

Learning activities and teaching methods
Exercises on PC, Practice exercises
  • Participation in classes - 26 hours per semester
  • Home preparation for classes - 13 hours per semester
  • Preparation for course credit - 36 hours per semester
prerequisite
Knowledge
Prerequisities are not set
Prerequisities are not set
Skills
Prerequisities are not set
Prerequisities are not set
learning outcomes
Knowledge
defines the fundamental concepts and principles of computer data processing
defines the fundamental concepts and principles of computer data processing
describes data structures and the principles of proper data preparation for analysis
describes data structures and the principles of proper data preparation for analysis
explains the principles of data import and transformation using the Power Query Editor
explains the principles of data import and transformation using the Power Query Editor
explains the purpose and logic of selected functions
explains the purpose and logic of selected functions
characterizes the principles of data visualization and dashboard creation for a clear presentation of analytical outputs
characterizes the principles of data visualization and dashboard creation for a clear presentation of analytical outputs
Skills
apply MS Excel as a tool for processing and analyzing economic data
apply MS Excel as a tool for processing and analyzing economic data
import and transform data from various sources using the Power Query Editor
import and transform data from various sources using the Power Query Editor
structure, sort, and filter datasets according to specified criteria
structure, sort, and filter datasets according to specified criteria
analyze data using selected functions
analyze data using selected functions
design and implement clear data visualizations using appropriate charts
design and implement clear data visualizations using appropriate charts
create functional and intuitive dashboards to support decision-making in economic practice
create functional and intuitive dashboards to support decision-making in economic practice
solve model economic problems using MS Excel spreadsheet software
solve model economic problems using MS Excel spreadsheet software
teaching methods
Knowledge
Practice exercises
Exercises on PC
Exercises on PC
Practice exercises
Skills
Exercises on PC
Exercises on PC
Practice exercises
Practice exercises
assessment methods
Knowledge
Analysis of the student's performance
Grade (Using a grade system)
Grade (Using a grade system)
Analysis of the student's performance
Recommended literature
  • KOLOKOLOV, Alex. Make your data speak: creating actionable data through Excel for non-technical professionals. New York. 2022.
  • KUSLEIKA, Dick. Data visualization with Excel dashboards and reports. Indianapolis. 2021.
  • MURRAY, Alan. Advanced Excel success: a practical guide to mastering Excel. New York. 2021.
  • Salkind, N. J. Excel statistics: a quick guide. Los Angeles: SAGE, 2016. ISBN 978-1-4833-7404-8.
  • SKINNER, Henry. Excel: The Absolute Beginner's Guide to Maximizing Your Excel Experience for Maximum Productivity and Efficiency With all Formulas & Functions and Practical Examples. 2022.
  • WINSTON, Wayne L. Microsoft Excel data analysis and business modeling: (Office 2021 and Microsoft 365). 7th edition. New York, NY. 2022.


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