Basic Computational Techniques for Data Analysis: Mastering MS Excel and R

This book is a multi-stage learning resource that takes readers from basic data handling and software orientation to statistical analysis and financial applications using MS Excel and R.Through a gradual, step-by-step approach, it equips readers with the essential skills needed to understand, analyse, and interpret data in today’s data-driven world. Using clear illustrations, the book enables readers to organise and manage data, perform analytical computations, create meaningful visualisations, and draw conclusions.It introduces core concepts in research, data analysis, and economic and financial decision-making, demonstrating their relevance in academic, professional, and everyday contexts.This book enables readers to:• Work confidently with MS Excel and R for efficient data handling and analysis • Present and visualise data using charts, tables, and Pivot Tables • Apply statistical techniques such as descriptive statistics, correlation, regression, and hypothesis testing • Perform fi