Business Insights

Harvard Business School Online Executive Director Patrick Mullane shares four key leadership maxims the military taught him. [...]

Descriptive analytics is sometimes called the simplest form of data analysis because it describes trends and relationships but doesn’t dig deeper. If you’re new to the field of business analytics, it's an accessible and rewarding place to start. Here are five examples of descriptive analytics in action. [...]

For aspiring executives—as well as entrepreneurs and others who want to lead large teams—a commitment to developing organizational leadership skills is paramount. Here’s what organizational leadership means in business, four skills needed to lead an organization successfully, and who can benefit from developing those skills. [...]

Prescriptive analytics has been called “the future of data analytics,” and for good reason. This type of analysis goes beyond explanations and predictions to recommend the best course of action moving forward. It’s especially useful in driving data-informed decision-making. Here are six examples of prescriptive analytics in action. [...]

Here’s a look at what pro forma financial statements are, how they’re created, and why they’re a key aspect of financial decision-making. [...]