EDLS 8131 - Policy, Knowledge Management & Forecasting

Credit Hours: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

This course investigates the use of data systems for organizational management and policy development. It uses techniques of knowledge management systems, data mining and forecasting tools to effectively integrate diverse data sets such as demographics, facility needs, planning documents, assessment data, human resource data and financial data. Topics include the development and use of demographic models, GIS models, database design, forecasting tools and simulation tools. Field experience is required. Field Experience required

Prerequisites: EDLS 8130 .