Master of Science in Statistics

CIP Code

27.0501

32-33 credits

The master of science in statistics provides students with the background suitable for employment as a statistician in business, industry, or government. The degree also provides suitable preparation for pursuing a PhD degree in statistics. Students pursuing the masters of science degree will be required to complete a 6-credit thesis. Students taking THES 698 are expected to make an oral presentation on their thesis topic, at the discretion of the committee.

Degree Requirements

MATH 528	Regression and Time Series Models	3
MATH 620	Probability and Random Variables	4
MATH 621	Theory of Statistics	4
MATH 624	Introduction to Statistical Learning	3
MATH 627	Generalized Linear Models with Applications	3
MATH 628	Computational Methods in Statistics	3
THES 698	Thesis	1 TO 6

6-7 credits from

MATH 522	Theory of Sampling and Surveys	3
MATH 529	Analysis of Variance in Experimental Design Models	3
MATH 610	Statistical Programming: Base SAS 9	3
MATH 622	Environmental Statistics	3
MATH 629	Introductory Survival Analysis	3
MATH 656	Bayesian Methods and Linear Mixed Models	4
MATH 675	Measure Theory and Integration 1	3
Total Credits:		6-7

Total Credits: 32-33