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  • Analytic Solver
  • Bloomberg & FactSet
  • Remote Desktop Connection
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ANALYTIC SOLVER

Analytic Solver® software is a uniquely comprehensive, integrated platform for both data science and management science; allowing you to create models in Excel, RASON® modeling language, or a programming language (C++, C#, Java, R, Python), and easily move between them.  The software is used primarily by classes: UGBA104 and MBA240.

    • Accessing Analytic Solver

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BLOOMBERG & FACTSET

Haas has a few terminals or licenses available for Bloomberg and FactSet programs.

Bloomberg terminals (in-person use) may be found inside the Long Business Library(opens in a new tab) (S350).

FactSet terminals are currently unavailable for in-person use, but an online, remote option is available. The remote option requires a free account sign-up with FactSet, and a 7- to 10-day ID processing period. Follow this link for access instructions(opens in a new tab).

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REMOTE DESKTOP CONNECTION

Remote Desktop is used in conjunction with VPN to access the Haas Terminal Servers.

Windows-based machines should have RD pre-installed.  If you do not have it, you may contact Haas Help Desk for assistance.

    • Win – Connect to Terminal Servers with Remote Desktop
    • Mac – Install, Configure, and Connect to Terminal Servers with Remote Desktop

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TERMINAL SERVERS

Haas Terminal Servers provide access for users who require instructional and research software.  Users should familiarize themselves with the information below before continuing.

    • Requirements to Access Terminal Servers
    • Connect Using Windows Remote Desktop
    • MBAs: Terminal Server Access Procedures
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      • Mac        |       (VIDEO) ▶

Haas Researchers have access to the haas-research server through the UC Berkeley Citrix environment. To learn how to access it, please follow the instructions below. Note: access is limited only to Haas Researchers.

    • Accessing Haas-Research server through Campus Citrix

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Create professional looking presentations for your classes fast using think-cell

Do you use PowerPoint to present in your classes? If so, think-cell – used by most consulting firms – might save you a significant amount of working time and enable you to create professional looking presentations for your coursework. Knowing think-cell could be a valuable skill as you enter the workplace since many employers, including top consulting firms and investment banks, use the software.

think-cell is free to UC Berkeley Haas School of Business students, faculty, and staff. It takes just minutes to learn watching the short video tutorials available for each chart type. See below for helpful training resources and instructions on how to download think-cell.

Why should you consider using think-cell?
  • Creating your charts takes 70% less time
    Create 40+ chart types, including waterfall, Gantt, and Mekko charts in just 2-3 minutes
  • 90% less time when making alterations
    Automate changes to your charts with think-cell
  • Gain professional skills
    Become proficient with the charting software used by top consulting and investment firms
  • Better results
    Improve your class presentations and impress your audience
How to download think-cell

Go to www.think-cell.com/download to download the software.

think-cell is available for both PC and Mac.

To obtain the current license key, click on the button below.  You need to login with your CalNet ID, passphrase and 2-Step in order to access the key.

How to learn more

Get personalized support, watch helpful video tutorials, or search our user manual here: https://www.think-cell.com/support.

  • First: watch an overview of think-cell here
  • Next: create your first chart with the help of this video
  • Want to create another chart? Learn about the 40+ chart types and features here
  • Have Excel data to turn into a chart? Learn how to link and automate data updates here

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VPN

Berkeley’s recommended virtual private network (VPN) solution is the bSecure Remote Access by Palo Alto Networks’ GlobalProtect.  Follow the link below to get more information on, and to download and install bSecure Remote Access.

    • Campus bSecure Remote Access page
    • Windows:  (VIDEO) ▶ Downloading, installing, and connecting through bSecure VPN
    • Mac:  (VIDEO) ▶ Downloading, installing, and connecting through bSecure VPN

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WIFI OPTIONS

eduroam is UC Berkeley’s secure and preferred on-campus Wifi service for students, faculty, staff and affiliates.

UCB also has available the Berkeley-IoT and CalVisitor options.

Learn more about these services and how to connect to them from the Berkeley IT Wifi Services pages:

    • Campus Wifi Options and Connecting to eduroam
    • Connecting to Berkeley-IoT
    • Campus Wifi IT Support

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