What you'll learn

A convincing chart or a strong headline can make a conclusion seem obvious, even when important evidence is missing. In this course, Avoiding False Conclusions from Data as a Business Leader, you’ll gain the ability to evaluate data claims before using them to make business decisions. First, you’ll explore how misleading comparisons and missing context can distort your interpretation of results. Next, you’ll discover how bias and cherry-picked evidence can lead to conclusions the data does not support. Finally, you’ll learn how to challenge a claim with focused questions and identify what additional evidence you need before acting. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of critical data interpretation needed to recognize weak conclusions and make better-supported business decisions.