Sports Analytics

3 credits

This course will introduce you to the field of sports analytics. We will apply quantitative methods from statistics and management science in a sports context. Our focus will be on-field analysis including player and team evaluation and game strategy. We will cover baseball, football, and basketball in depth with occasional references to other sports. We will also discuss concepts from behavioral economics and psychology that help explain the actions of players, coaches, and referees.STEM-Designated.