- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
The main focus of this course is to develop data analytic skills and demonstrate the ability to manage and present complex data to effectively support business decisions. Students will develop a sound methodology to build "what if" spreadsheet models to assess various business cases. Throughout the course, students will work on business cases in which the design of the spreadsheet is of paramount importance. This course covers advanced Excel formulas, concepts, and applications using larger and more professional worksheets and focusses on the data modeling approach using MS Excel. Topics include built-in functions, charts, transferring data across applications, and using the built-in tools including Pivot Tables, Sparklines, Slicers, and Power Pivots.
Domestic fees
$696.56 - $710.61 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Use correct data modeling terminology.
- Apply Relative, Absolute and Mixed cell references.
- Solve financial/business problems using appropriate functions such as PMT, FV, NPER, IRR, NPV and RATE in assessing business cases.
- Develop effective "what if" statements in a spreadsheet to support business decisions.
- Implement advanced spreadsheet functions such as Goal Seek and Scenario Manager to support business decisions.
- Develop a multi-sheet worksheet model capable of sensitivity analyses.
- Prepare, create and apply Templates and Styles in Charts and Tables.
- Organize data lists using filters and PivotTables.
- Summarize data using statistical functions.
- Apply data validation options.
- Analyze data using the Scenario Manager, Data Tables and Goal Seek.
- Use imported and exported data to build models.
- Demonstrate finding and fixing formula errors and 3D formulas.
- Apply basic Macros.
Effective as of Winter 2021
Related Programs
Introduction to Business Data Analytics with MS Excel-MS 365 for Windows (BSYS 2051) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Business Administration (General Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Global Studies Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Human Resources Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Management Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Marketing Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Fire Executive Management
BCIT/Industry Partnership Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2025
Below is one offering of BSYS 2051 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 59674
Dates
Jul 08 - Aug 14 Loading
- CRN 59674
- $696.56 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 08 - Aug 14 | Tue, Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 324 |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
Dave Lazenby
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 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Status
Fall 2025
Below is one offering of BSYS 2051 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 49514
Dates
Sep 08 - Nov 25 Loading
- CRN 49514
- $710.61 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Denise Calvert
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 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. Please note*** Exams are held in person at the Burnaby campus as follows: Midterm exam: Tues, October 7, at 1800 and Final exam: Tues Nov 25 at 1800
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.