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Programs Offered
- Certificate
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Delivery Options
- On-Campus
- Accelerated
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Credits
- 9 credits
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Timeline
- One–three semesters
Solve Realistic Problems With Statistics.
Applied statistics is the use of statistical methods to solve real-world problems. It helps professionals collect, analyze, and interpret data; identify patterns and relationships; measure uncertainty; and use evidence to make better decisions.
These skills are increasingly valuable across industry. Companies such as Ford Motor Company and Caterpillar use data to inform decisions, improve processes, develop strategies, and drive innovation. Because data science draws on statistics, computer science, and domain-specific knowledge, STEM professionals who can analyze data and interpret results are in demand.
Michigan Tech’s on-campus and online Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics is designed for students in STEM disciplines who want to broaden their technical skills and marketability, as well as working professionals who want to strengthen their data analysis skills or move into a more data-focused role.
Who is this Certificate For?
This certificate is for qualified professionals who want to enhance their skill set and can be a foundation to continue toward a graduate degree. It is also valuable for degree-seeking students looking to develop a concentration that gives them an edge in their career path.
What You Need to Know
Students in the graduate certificate Applied Statistics program acquire the skills to apply statistical techniques to other disciplines, including forestry, economics, social sciences, and psychology. Choose and apply statistical methods; draw appropriate conclusions based on statistical analysis; use current statistical software to solve realistic problems; and work with real data.
Admissions
In this certificate program, students must take one core course and two electives. See complete admissions requirements.
Accelerated Option
Michigan Tech Bachelor's + 1 Semester = Accelerated Graduate Certificate
Current Michigan Tech undergraduates or recent alumni, get started right away. Our accelerated graduate certificates are a fast, affordable way to add graduate credentials to your bachelor's degree in as little as one semester. Be more marketable in your industry or prepare for your master's degree. Explore accelerated certificate options.
Online Option
Accredited Courses, Convenience
Online learning at Michigan Tech provides greater flexibility and can fit around your busy schedule wherever you are. Upgrade or change your career path.
Prospective students can earn graduate certificate in Applied Statistics.
Credits
This graduate certificate requires a minimum of 9 total credits. Students may apply the credits earned for this certificate toward a graduate degree at Michigan Tech.
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