Business Analytics For Decision Makers
Published 8/2025
Created by Sudeep Suresh
MP4 | Video: h264, 1280x720 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz, 2 Ch
Level: All | Genre: eLearning | Language: English | Duration: 38 Lectures ( 2h 5m ) | Size: 972 MB

Learn to Interpret Business Metrics Like Churn, CAC, CLV & NPS - Make Smarter Decisions Without Excel or Tools.
What you'll learn
Identify the right KPIs for your business model and goals
Spot vanity metrics and focus on numbers that drive action
Apply the SMART KPI framework for clear, measurable objective
Use leading and lagging indicators to predict and measure success
Analyze sales metrics to improve conversions and revenue growth
Track marketing KPIs like CAC, CLV, ROI, and engagement rates
Measure customer service quality with NPS, CSAT, and CES
Detect churn risks with retention, ticket trends, and escalation rate
Improve commerce metrics like cart abandonment and AOV
Apply cohort analysis to track user retention over time
Align KPIs across teams for unified business decision-making
Use North Star metrics to define and focus business priorities
Interpret dashboards and ask "So What? Now What?" for action
Apply balanced scorecard methods for leadership reporting
Find growth opportunities using whitespace analysis
Requirements
No prior experience in data analytics or business intelligence needed
Basic understanding of your own business or work environment is helpful
Interest in improving decision-making using metrics and KPIs
No tools, software, or spreadsheets required-everything is explained conceptually
Description
Unlock the power of business analytics - no spreadsheets, dashboards, or coding required.In today's data-driven world, decision-makers need more than just numbers-they need clarity, insight, and confidence to act. This course teaches you how to understand, interpret, and apply the most important business metrics to make better decisions, align teams, and drive measurable growth.Whether you're a business leader, manager, consultant, or aspiring executive, you'll gain a practical, decision-focused understanding of KPIs, metrics, and OKRs that you can use immediately-without relying on advanced analytics tools.What You'll Learn Foundations of Metrics & KPIsThe difference between KPIs, metrics, and OKRs-and when to use eachVanity metrics vs actionable metrics-spot the numbers that matterLagging vs leading indicators-predicting vs measuring performanceSMART KPI framework-ensuring relevance and measurabilityChoosing metrics for B2B vs B2C, SaaS vs eCommerce business models Sales Metrics - Driving Revenue DecisionsLead conversion rate, sales velocity, and win rate benchmarksIdentifying sales funnel drop-offs and fixing them fastImproving forecast accuracy for better strategic planning Marketing Metrics - Measuring Reach & ImpactCAC (Customer Acquisition Cost) and CLV (Customer Lifetime Value)Campaign ROI beyond clicks-tracking real impactCPL vs CPA-choosing the right metric for your goalsEngagement metrics-measuring real audience interest Customer Service & Success MetricsNPS, CSAT, and CES-understanding satisfaction and effortResponse time vs resolution time-balancing speed and qualityRetention vs churn-detecting loyalty risks earlyEscalation rate and ticket trends-spotting operational stress points Commerce & Product MetricsCart abandonment rate and strategies to improve itIncreasing AOV (Average Order Value) and repeat purchase rateFeature adoption and product stickinessRefund rate analysis-identifying product misalignmentCohort analysis-tracking user behavior over time Strategy, Alignment & Decision-MakingAligning KPIs across sales, marketing, and service teamsNorth Star metrics-defining your primary business focusInterpreting dashboards-asking "So What? Now What?"Balanced scorecard for leadership reviewsWhitespace analysis-finding untapped market opportunitiesWhy This Course Is DifferentMost courses teach you how to track numbers. This course teaches you how to think about numbers-to connect them to business outcomes and strategic choices. You'll leave with decision-making frameworks, not just reports, and the ability to lead conversations on metrics in boardrooms, team meetings, and investor discussions.Who This Course Is ForBusiness leaders & executives who need sharper decision-making toolsManagers & team leads who want to align their teams with measurable goalsConsultants & analysts who translate data into business recommendationsEntrepreneurs & founders seeking sustainable growth strategiesBy the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To:Identify the right KPIs for your business modelSpot vanity metrics that waste timeInterpret metrics to uncover opportunities and risksAlign cross-functional teams around shared goalsMake confident, data-informed business decisions
Who this course is for
Business leaders and executives who want to make data-informed decisions without relying on complex analytics tools
Managers and team leads looking to align KPIs across sales, marketing, service, and product teams
Consultants and analysts who translate business metrics into actionable recommendations for clients
Entrepreneurs and founders seeking a clear, practical way to measure growth and improve performance
Non-technical professionals who want to confidently interpret KPIs, dashboards, and reports
Decision-makers in B2B, B2C, SaaS, or eCommerce businesses aiming to focus on the numbers that matter most