In this course we will describe what is the key to using the right data in the right situation. You cannot just randomly pick data out of a hat and hope that you are going to get the right result. Data must be mined in a logical sequence using fundamental principles to ensure that you get the right information in the most expeditious fashion. This course will teach you how to use data to maximize your result by obtaining information that will be the most useful for the purpose intended. Intended audience The intended audience for this course are those professionals who want to build their knowledge in the areas of risk and data analytics. These are the two most important areas of knowledge building in the world of industry and government today. The intended audience are those people who are both starting out, but also, for those who work in all areas and have experience but have never been educated in the areas of risk and data analytics and how they can be applied. The ultimate intent of this series of courses is to have somebody earn a professional certification in analytics which will further their careers both now and in the future. The value of earning a recognition through certification in these areas will certainly be a distinct advantage in any job searches and / or advancement opportunities they pursue in the future. These types of skill sets will also have a favorable impact on their ultimate compensation in their future careers. Field of study: Auditing