Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025Class Size20–60 studentsCredits4PrerequisitePrerequisite: Completion of intermediate algebra or the equivalent, or eligibility or completion of PSYC/SOC 205, BUS 204, or any course between MATH 100 and 245 (excluding MATH 197) based on multiple measures. Recommended Preparation: BUS 175 Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 2 · IGETC Area 2A · CSU GE Area B4DescriptionThe applied science of basing business decisions on numerical data that can be used to reduce risk in customer, product, investment, and other significant operational and strategic business decisions. Descriptive statistics (tabular, numerical, and graphical) and inferential statistics (random sampling, sampling distributions, probability distributions, hypothesis testing, linear regression, t-tests) are used within the context of business decisions. Makes extensive use of technology, including spreadsheets and other software tools, for analyzing data. Designed for students majoring in business or economics.Usually HeldMon Wed 1:15pm–3:20pm, Mon Wed 10:15am–12:20pm, Mon Wed 10:20am–12:25pm, Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:50pm 