MSc in Applied Statistics
Statistics is the science of collecting, organizing, analyzing and interpreting data. Concisely, it is the science of learning from data. Applied statistics utilizes mathematical concepts and methods to design and analyze scientific experiments, surveys and samples, clinical trials, market research, environmental and climate studies, and big data systems of businesses. It applies graphical and numerical techniques to explore data and probabilistic models for in depth analysis and predictions. Applied Statistics is the scientific basis for successful data driven decision making and problem solving processes in business, engineering, medicine, agriculture, economics, and many other industries.
The aim of this degree program is to produce high quality professional statisticians with the essential skills and knowledge: design and analyze scientific experiments, surveys and sampling, and clinical trials; data visualization; statistical modeling. These statisticians will apply the skills and knowledge gained through the program in their institutes for successful data driven decision making and problem solving. Moreover, they would be able to train staff in their institutes, and even lead to entrepreneurships. Hence, this will promote data driven decision making and scientific problem solving culture in the country and will improve the productivity and efficiency in both public and private sectors.