Homework: Operations Forecasting
Purpose of Homework
The purpose of this homework is for students to learn how to apply Operations Forecasting.
Homework Steps
Resources: Microsoft Excel
Select a business operations dataset from the internet or other sources which can be used for forecasting in the University Library.
Develop a minimum of three quantitative forecasts using Microsoft® Excel®.
i. Compare and contrast each quantitative forecast you develop.
ii. Choose the one forecast you determine would be the best for the firm and be prepared to explain why you chose this.
iii. Evaluate the impact this forecast would have on the firm from a financial metrics standpoint.
Develop a 700 words report in which you describe your forecasting project including details on all the homework steps.
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
i) The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
ii) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
iii) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.