Overview

Data and statistics are vital for enabling governments, civil society, private sector and the general public to make informed decisions and to ensure the accountability of representative bodies. To understand the world with data, we need Governments, the private sector and the media to present data in a timely, open and impartial manner where any data with bias is clearly reported. Absence of higher education in the field of statistics in the country has resulted in a huge capacity gap and hindered the development of this profession in the country. This program aims to promote data literacy and empower the organisations and general public to use data effectively and assist them to identify misinformation and abuse. The course is targeted to cater for a growing skill gap, particularly in the public sector, where there is a need for building statistical capacity to adapt and develop to meet the increasing needs of data analysis. This degree in statistics will produce the statisticians that are needed for the government, private sector, business community, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and local councils. It will also help in building a new generation that is statistically literate. The modules in this course are designed to contribute to the overall goal of preparing graduates to hold jobs which require collecting, analysing and disseminating data using modern statistical tools. In summary, Bachelor of Statistics equips students with the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in statistical analysis and related fields.

Entry Requirements

Careers

Risk Analyst, Statistician, Actuary Manager, Research Professional, Credit Risk Strategist, Analysis/Statistics Manager, Subject Matter Expert - Statistics Graduates with a Bachelor of Statistics degree can find employment in various sectors, including: Banks Finance institutions Educational institutes R&D firms Insurance companies Government organizations Trading companies