Gaining confidence in working with numbers
What you'll learn
Working with numbers and distinguishing the different types of numbers
Working with fractions and appreciation the importance of equivalent fractions, as well as the four rules of fractions
Working with decimals including converting fractions into decimals and rounding numbers
Percentages and expressing one quantity as a percentage of another
Ratios and proportions including converting local to foreign currencies
Variables and equations and how these relate to graphs
Requirements
A basic understanding of numbers and maths is useful for this course.
Description
Numeracy in the Workplace – Gaining confidence in working with numbers
This course is designed to introduce you to important everyday numerical concepts. It is more important than ever to understand basic numeracy, and this course aims to take you through the basics one step at a time. In an economy where data has become the 'new gold', organisations need decision makers who can work with numbers. From negotiating in stores to making business decisions, be more confident than ever when working with numbers.
This is a pre-requisite for interpreting data to make better decisions to improve business performance. Numeracy in the Workplace has been developed for managers who want to become more effective at using and interpreting numeric data.
This course
Refreshes fundamental maths principles
Will help you to use ratios and percentages to accurately describe reality
Takes you through variables and equations.
The course has six modules that cover
Working with numbers and distinguishing the different types of numbers
Working with fractions and appreciation the importance of equivalent fractions, as well as the four rules of fractions
Working with decimals including converting fractions into decimals and rounding numbers
Percentages and expressing one quantity as a percentage of another
Ratios and proportions including converting local to foreign currencies
Variables and equations and how these relate to graphs
This course was developed by DMSA and is presented by Data Science leader Matthew Bernath.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone that needs to work with or understand numbers. From budgeting a salary to making business decision, numeracy skills are crucial in today's world.
Homepage
https://www.udemy.com/course/numeracy-in-the-workplace/