Machine Learning and Forecasting - BUSN9040

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Module delivery information

Location Term Level1 Credits (ECTS)2 Current Convenor3 2024 to 2025
Canterbury
Spring Term 7 15 (7.5) Shaomin Wu checkmark-circle

Overview

How do I use AI in business? How can it help me? At the cutting-edge of scientific thinking you'll understand what machine learning and AI is all about and how to use them productively in your career. Practising on real world cases across various forms of machine learning and forecasting algorithms, as well as mastering modelling processes. You’ll be able to effectively analyse data to achieve your business goals using a variety of forecasting software.

Details

Contact hours

Private study hours: 117
Total contact hours: 33
Total study hours: 150

Method of assessment

Main assessment methods
VLE test 1: 20%
VLE test 2: 20%
Individual Data Analysis Report (up to 2500 words): 60%

Reassessment methods
100% coursework

Indicative reading

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Learning outcomes

The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the types of data analysis problems that can be appropriately dealt with using machine learning and forecasting techniques.
2 Understand and critically discuss research issues within the area of machine learning and forecasting.
3 Successfully develop machine learning and forecasting models and apply them to real-world problems.

The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Work with complex issues systematically, critically, and creatively.
2 Demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems through research design, data collection, preparation, analysis, synthesis, and reporting.
3 Demonstrate effective use of different forms of communication techniques to present complex ideas and arguments.

Notes

  1. Credit level 7. Undergraduate or postgraduate masters level module.
  2. ECTS credits are recognised throughout the EU and allow you to transfer credit easily from one university to another.
  3. The named convenor is the convenor for the current academic session.
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