NORTH SOUTH UNIVERSITY

Center of Excellence in higher Education

The first private university in Bangladesh
School of Business
Department of Management
Course Name: Applied Statistics
Course Code BUS 173
& Section No: Section 10
Semester: Summer 2022
INSTRUCTOR & DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

1. Instructor Name: Dr. Md Atikur Rahman Khan (ARK1)

2. Office NAC 836

3. Office Hours: ST & MW: 11:15AM – 12:15PM, M: 2:30PM – 3:30PM, or by appointment.
4. Office Phone:
5. Email Address: atikur.khan@northsouth.edu
6. Department: Management
7. Links: North South University Website: http://www.northsouth.edu
School of Business Website: http://www.northsouth.edu/academic/sob/

COURSE & SECTION INFORMATION

Class Time & MW 1:00PM – 2:30PM (Monday & Wednesday) , NAC 617
Location
Course BUS 172
Prerequisite(s)
Course Credit 3:0
Hours
Course Description Emphasizes estimation and hypothesis testing for the linear statistical model. Topics
include contingency tables, goodness of fit, single and multiple regression, correlation,
Bayesian decision theory, time series analysis, and index number. Computer application
is a compulsory component for the course. Cross-listed as ECO 173 and ENV 173.
Prerequisite: BUS 172. 3 credits.
Course Objectives The course contents are designed to give students a clear idea about:
 Forming hypothesis related to goodness of fit, parametric and non-parametric
tests
 Forming correlation and regression models, test their accuracy and interpret
them for use in real life scenarios.
 Making predictions based on forecasts through time series analysis and
seasonal forecasting.
 Using statistical packages to carry out multiple regression and time series
analysis
Student Learning Upon the successful completion of this course, a student will be able to:
Outcomes 1. Define null and alternative hypothesis for parametric and nonparametric tests.
2. Test hypothesis and come to a conclusion/ make a decision.
3. Develop basic linear regression models, and test their reliability and accuracy.
4. Forecast using time series analysis.
5. Use basic statistics software packages to carry out the above tasks.

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 Note: Students will demonstrate above learning outcomes through one or more
of the following: assignment, quiz, midterm exams, and final exam.

TEXTBOOK(S)

Author Edition & Year Publisher ISBN

Title
Prem S. Mann Introductory Statistics 8th Edition, 2012 John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 1118473981

REFERENCE(S)

Ken Black Business Statistics 6th Edition, 2011 Wiley 1118058291

TEACHING STRATEGY

The instructor will present the concepts of statistics through lecture and guided discussion. The principles will
be applied to a variety of business conditions and will be presented from a “real world perspective.”. Classes
will be conducted using a variety of methods. These will include lectures, small group discussions and
exercises. You are encouraged to actively participate in all aspects of the class as significant learning occurs
when all members of the class make contributions. I see my role as to facilitate learning through a varied and
collaborative experience, not simply by lecturing.

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY AND GRADING SCHEME

Grading tool Points

Mid 1 Exam 20% ( 20%-30% MCQ, 70% to 80% Broad Math Questions)
Mid 2 Exam 20% ( 0%-10% MCQ, 90% to 100% Broad Math Questions)
Quiz 10%
Final Exam 30% ( 20%-30% MCQ, 70% to 80% Broad Math Questions)
Project 10% (application of software)
Attendance 10%

The final grade will be a percentage of the accumulation of all points received over the course as
follows: (𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒆𝒅 𝒑𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒔/𝒕𝒐𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝒑𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒔) × 𝟏𝟎𝟎

100%-93%=A 79%-77%=C+ 60%-66%=D

92%-90%=A- 76%-73%=C 60% or less =F
89%-87%=B+ 72%-70%=C-
86%-83%=B 69%-67%=D+
82%-80%=B-

Note: This assigned percentage letter grade may be altered at the instructor’s discretion

CLASS ROOM RULES OF CONDUCT

1. Cellular phones should be “turned off’/“Silent mode” during the class.

2. Students are advised to frequently refer to the Student Handbook of North South University on the
following link: http://www.northsouth.edu/student-code-of-conduct.html

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 3. Academic Integrity Policy:

Academic dishonesty of any type will not be tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, plagiarism
(copying others work and representing it as our own—in part or in total— without tile appropriate
citations) and copying others responses during the exams. In addition, classroom professionalism is to
be maintained at all times. This means that when the professor is speaking or when Students are
presenting their ideas. The classroom should he silent, with the exception of invited questions. As in
any academic environment questions are welcome, but informal chatter or communication among class
members becomes a distraction for all those in attendance and will not be tolerated.

No talking or other forms of communication with other students will be allowed when exams are being
distributed. The ‘no talking’ requirement is enforced during the exam and continues until all students
have handed their exam in to the instructor. Any talking during the exam will disqualify you from
taking the exam. It is my (and all other professors) expectation that your academic work for the course
will be performed without resorting to cheating, plagiarism, lying, and/or bribery. Any student engaging
in any of these behaviors will be dealt according to North South University's code of conduct.

EXAMS, QUIZ & MAKE UP POLICY

Quiz may or may not be announced and may not be made up for any reason. All exams will be given
over the designated class period. The exams must be taken at the scheduled times. Exams may not be made
up unless arrangements are made prior to the class period for which they are scheduled.

Cell phones are prohibited in exam sessions.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

In order to foster a collaborative learning experience where shared student participation is important,
attendance is critical. We recognize situations may develop where a student may miss class due to illness,
unique family considerations. In such a case, the student is still responsible to ensure his/her assignments are
submitted on time and that the information covered in that session is collected properly. Arriving late for class
is rude, unprofessional, and detracts from the learning experience of your fellow students. Consistent tardiness
has the following consequences. First late arrival - no penalty, second late arrival and thereafter - ½ %off final
course grade. North South University mandates to fail students who are absent 25% or more from their classes,
even if such absences are excusable.

COURSE ADJUSTMENTS

The lecturer reserves the right to make adjustments in the course requirements consistent with the course’s
overall objectives. Total course workload and available time will be considered in any such adjustments. You
will be notified at the earliest possible time if changes are to be made.

COMMUNICATION POLICY

Instructor will use his email and the website to communicate with students. Students are responsible to check
their emails and the website regularly.

APPROPRIATE USE POLICY

All members of the North South University community must use electronic communications in a responsible
manner. The University may restrict the use of its computers and network systems for electronic

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communications subject to violations of university policies/codes or local laws or national laws. Also, the
university reserves the right to limit access to its networks through university-owned or other computers, and
to remove or limit access to material posted on university-owned computers.

STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

North South University will provide educational opportunities that ensure fair, appropriate and reasonable
accommodation to students who have disabilities/special needs that may affect their ability to participate in
course activities or meet course requirements. Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact their
instructors to ensure that their needs are met. The University through its Special Need section will exert all
efforts to accommodate special needs.

STUDENTS COMPLAINTS POLICY

Students at North South University have the right to pursue complaints related to faculty, staff, and other
students. The nature of the complaints may be either academic or non-academic. For more information about
the policy and processes related to this policy, you may refer to the students’ handbook.

Course outline
BUS 173: Applied Statistics

Chapter Lecture
9 1-5
10 6-8
Review for Mid-1 9
Mid-1 (Chapter 9 to 10) 10
11 11
12 12
15 13-14
Review for Mid-2 15
Mid-2 (Chapter 11, 12, 15) 16
13 17-18
14 +Project 19-20
Time Series & Forecasting 21
Review for Final 22
Review for Final 23
Project Viva/Presentation 24

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