Yong Yang Profile and Contact Information
Associate Professor of Business Data Analytics
Education
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PhD, Mathematics, The University of Texas at Arlington
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MS, Computational and Applied Mathematics, The University of Texas at Arlington
Courses Taught
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BUSA 2315 – Business Statistics
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BUSA 6315 – Fundamentals of Data Analytics
Teaching Focus
Dr. Yang’s primary teaching focus is in the field of business data analytics. In addition to his academic background, he brings more than nine years of professional experience in quantitative analysis and data science to the classroom. His teaching emphasizes the practical application of analytical methods to address business challenges and the use of statistical modeling to enhance business performance and support data-driven decision-making.
Research Interest and Publications
Dr. Yang’s research interests focus on data analytics, statistical and mathematical modeling, and optimization. He has published more than 23 journal articles, one book, one book chapter, and 17 conference proceedings. His research has received more than 1,000 citations, reflecting the impact and recognition of his scholarly contributions.
Additional Information
Dr. Yang resides in Sugar Land with his wife, Miriam. He enjoys spending time with his family, particularly on road trips and fishing outings.