Applied Statistics University of Malaya

Overview

The focus is on highly sought after data analysis skills demanded by the industries. The Applied Statistics programme from University of Malaya provides training in the arts and science of collecting, organizing, presenting, analyzing and interpreting numerical data, and the ability to use the results for decision making and problem solving in a range of fields. The programme is practical-oriented and emphasis is given to the use of software in developing statistical skills.

At the end of the programme, graduates are able to:

• Relate theories, concepts, and methods in the discipline for analysis of statistical problems.
• Apply skills in applied statistics integratively to solve practical problems for decision making.
• Build, test and validate statistical models guided by recent approaches in the discipline.
• Practice collaborative learning and communicate the findings from statistical analysis of data in various disciplines effectively.
• Use digital technologies and numeracy skills competently in statistical analysis.
• Exercise substantial responsibility in data collection, processing, management and storage to protect information confidentiality.
• Gather information from various sources to analyze real-world problems for sustained learning.
• Demonstrate adherence to ethical practice and professionalism in statistical analysis and dissemination of information