- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Includes descriptive statistics, including numerical and graphical presentation of data, measures of central tendency, dispersion and elementary probabilities. Introduction to several discrete and continuous probability distributions . Introduction to inferential statistics through selected topics such as sampling, confidence limits of the mean, hypotheses testing, simple linear regression and the chi-squared test for independence.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
5.5
Domestic fees
$866.69 - $880.98 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Discuss the value of statistical information in a variety of business disciplines and work environments.
- Assess statistical information portrayed in the media, work and educational environments.
- Organize and analyze quantitative data.
- Calculate descriptive statistics measures such as the mean, weighted mean, median, mode, standard deviation, coefficient of variation and variance.
- Use graphical techniques to present data in such a manner that it is understood by and meaningful to colleagues and clients.
- Analyze data presented in frequency distributions, histograms and boxplots.
- Apply the common rules of probability to evaluate business alternatives.
- Analyze and calculate probabilities for Binomial, Poisson, Uniform and Exponential probability distributions.
- Calculate expected values and standard deviations for random variables.
- Construct and interpret a confidence interval estimate for a single population mean using both the standard normal and t distributions.
- Establish and interpret a confidence interval estimate for a single population proportion.
- Determine the required sample size for estimating a single population mean or proportion.
- Carry out an appropriate hypothesis test on a single population mean or proportion.
- Interpret the p-value of the test statistic.
- Carry out a hypothesis test comparing two population means or proportions.
- Construct a contingency table and perform a chi squared test of independence.
- Analyze simple two-variable problems using linear regression and correlation.
- Interpret the results of a computer generated regression model and ANOVA table.
Effective as of Winter 2020
Related Programs
Business Statistics (OPMT 1130) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
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Course Offerings
Winter 2025
Below are five offerings of OPMT 1130 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 92741
Dates
Jan 03 - Apr 25 In Progress
- CRN 92741
- $866.69 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 03 - Feb 07 | Fri | 17:30 - 21:40 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 109 |
| Feb 14 | Fri | 17:30 - 21:40 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 107 |
| Feb 21 - Mar 07 | Fri | 17:30 - 21:40 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 109 |
| Mar 14 | Fri | 17:30 - 21:40 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 107 |
| Mar 21 - Apr 18 | Fri | 17:30 - 21:40 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 109 |
| Apr 25 | Fri | 17:30 - 21:40 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 107 |
Duration
16 weeks
Instructor
Simin Sadat Chavoshi Jolfaee
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on Friday Apr 18
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 92565
Dates
Jan 06 - Apr 12 In Progress
- CRN 92565
- $880.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
14 weeks
Instructor
Leslie Major
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is asynchronous and does not require you to meet every week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. Exams will be held on campus in person as follows: Saturday, March 1st 10:00 - 1300, Final exam Saturday, April 12th 10:00 - 1300
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 91761
Dates
Jan 07 - May 13 In Progress
- CRN 91761
- $880.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Feb 25 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:45 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2016 |
| Mar 04 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:45 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2005 |
| Mar 11 - Apr 08 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:45 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2016 |
| Apr 15 | Tue | 18:00 - 19:30 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2009 |
| Apr 15 | Tue | 19:31 - 21:45 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2016 |
| Apr 22 - Apr 29 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:45 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2016 |
| May 06 | Tue | 18:00 - 19:30 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2005 |
| May 06 | Tue | 19:31 - 21:45 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2016 |
| May 13 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:45 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2005 |
Duration
18 weeks
Instructor
Myra Andrews
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on March 11
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 92679
Dates
Jan 07 - Apr 22 In Progress
- CRN 92679
- $880.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
15 weeks
Instructor
Sam Choo
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is in person at the Burnaby campus on Tuesdays 1730-1930 and lecture content will be provided online asynchronously. Exams and quizzes will all be held in-person on the dates listed above.” No class on March 11
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 91762
Dates
Jan 11 - Apr 19 In Progress
- CRN 91762
- $880.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
15 weeks
Instructor
Judy Li
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Jan 11-Feb 15 Sat 8:30-13:15 online Feb 22 Sat 8:30-13:15 Burnaby Sat SE06-205 (Midterm) in person on campus for exam March1-April 13 Sat 8:30-13:15 online April 19 Sat 8:30-13:15 Burnaby SE06-205 (Final Exam) in person on campus for final exam Note: No class on March 8. This is a synchronous online course, and you will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Spring/Summer 2025
Below are nine offerings of OPMT 1130 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 70011
Dates
Apr 01 - May 20 Seats Available
- CRN 70011
- $866.69 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 01 - May 20 | Tue, Thu | 17:30 - 22:00 | Downtown DTC Rm. 410 |
Duration
8 weeks
Instructor
Judy Li
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
CRN 70009
Dates
Apr 25 - Jun 13 Seats Available
- CRN 70009
- $880.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
8 weeks
Instructor
Sam Choo
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This is a Hybrid course. Lecture content will be delivered asynchronously online and labs will be held in person at the Burnaby campus on Wednesdays and Fridays and the lectures will be held online asynchronously.
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
CRN 69357
Dates
Jun 09 - Jul 11 Seats Available
- CRN 69357
- $880.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 09 - Jul 11 | Mon, Wed, Fri | 08:30 - 13:00 | Burnaby |
Duration
5 weeks
Instructor
Judy Li
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on July 1st
Status
Seats Available
5 seats remaining as of Sun March 16, 2025 at 9:39 pm (PDT). Availability may change at any time.
CRN 69358
Dates
Jun 09 - Jul 11 Seats Available
- CRN 69358
- $880.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 09 - Jul 11 | Mon, Wed, Fri | 17:30 - 22:00 | Burnaby |
Duration
5 weeks
Instructor
Judy Li
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on July 1st
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
CRN 69416
Dates
Jul 07 - Aug 20 Seats Available
- CRN 69416
- $880.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
Sam Choo
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This is a Hybrid course. Lecture content will be delivered asynchronously online and labs will be held in person at the Burnaby campus on Monday and Wednesdays from 1800-2130 No class on Monday Aug 4
Status
Seats Available
4 seats remaining as of Sun March 16, 2025 at 9:39 pm (PDT). Availability may change at any time.
CRN 69682
Dates
Jul 07 - Aug 20 Seats Available
- CRN 69682
- $880.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 07 - Aug 20 | Mon, Wed | 14:30 - 17:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 301 |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
Sam Choo
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This is a Hybrid course. Lecture content will be delivered asynchronously online and labs will be held in person at the Burnaby campus on Monday and Wednesdays from 1430-1700. No class on Monday, August 4
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
CRN 69365
Dates
Apr 01 - Jun 12 Full
- CRN 69365
- $880.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 01 - Jun 12 | Tue, Thu | 18:00 - 21:00 | Burnaby SW03 Rm. 3655 |
Duration
11 weeks
Instructor
Germain Tanoh
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 69895
Dates
Apr 01 - Jun 28 Full
- CRN 69895
- $880.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Leslie Major
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is asynchronous and does not require you to meet every week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. Please note that both the midterm exam and the final exam will be in person on campus. : Midterm Sat, May 17 10 am-1300 Final Exam Sat, June 28 10 am-1300. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date.
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 69891
Dates
Jun 02 - Aug 15 Full
- CRN 69891
- $880.98 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
11 weeks
Instructor
Leslie Major
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please note that your midterm and final exams are in person on campus as follows: Midterm: Friday, July 11 at 1800 and Final Friday, Aug 15 at 1800. This course is asynchronous and does not require you to meet every week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date.
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.