Applied Statistics (ASOR), Specialization in Business Analytics, M.S.

The Master of Science in Applied Statistics is offered jointly by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics and the Department of Applied Statistics and Operations Research. The program is designed to prepare students for direct entry into careers as statisticians in business, industry, or government, or for further study toward a Ph.D. degree in statistics.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Master’s degree, students in the Applied Statistics program are expected to be able to:

• Effectively explain critical concepts and assumptions in applied statistical modeling and analysis.
• Effectively analyze data using graphical, exploratory, and statistical modeling approaches to find patterns and assess if these patterns are statistically meaningful.
• Effectively use appropriate computer technology to help describe, predict, and prescribe solutions to applied statistical problems.
• Clearly communicate - both orally and in writing - conclusions drawn from descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analysis of applied statistical problems.

Admission Requirements

Deadline information
*Fall Deadline is March 1 for funding consideration.
Since application reviews may begin immediately after the deadline, please submit your application and provide all required documents before the deadline.
Additional Documents required:

• Submit scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)*
• Three Letters of Recommendation
• Professional Resume
• Statement of Purpose

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