BS Statistics

Overview

Statistics focuses on the design of scientific studies and the analysis of data. The Bachelor of Science in Statistics program provides an opportunity for students to study courses that enhance their understanding of intermediate as well as advanced concepts in statistics.

Students will also gain the necessary knowledge and skills required for computer-assisted statistical data analysis. With the recent rise of Big Data, Data Science, and Analytics, the demand for this set of skills has increased substantially.

The curriculum provides students with a firm foundation in statistics, mathematics, and computing. Employment opportunities in statistics are growing rapidly, and there are very few people trained in data analysis to meet the increasing demand in the job market.

This program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to collect, analyze, interpret, and present data in various fields such as business, healthcare, social sciences, and research.

Admission Criteria

A recognized general education diploma or its equivalent
Students joining MCBS must go through an English placement test to determine the appropriate English level
Students presenting a valid score of 5-5.5 in IELTS or 65-79 in internet based TOEFL (iBT) are exempted from the English program
Students will need to go through Mathematics and IT placements tests to determine their levels of proficiency in these subjects as they are part of the GFP or possible exemption
Mathematics placements tests will determine whether Basic Mathematics (MATH 10) and Pure Mathematics (MATH 21) can be exempted, or students will be given both or one of them
IT placement test will determine whether students will require to take the Information Technology foundation course (COSC 10)

Program Structure

Duration: Bachelor’s degree requires about 8 semesters or 4 years.

Program delivery: 12-15 credits per normal semester and 6 credits per summer semester.

Internship: Placement on a minimum of 6-weeks internship.

Courses: Apart from courses closely related to the program, students take general education courses.

Courses	Credits
Core Courses	18
Communication skills	12
Humanities	09
Social Sciences	09
Mathematics and Computer Science	34
Natural Science	08
Free Electives	06
Statistics Electives	15
Business Requirements	09
Internship	01
Total	120

Core Courses (17 Credits)

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
STAT 2310	Regression Analysis	3
STAT 3330	Analysis of Variances	3
STAT 2320	Statistical Software and Data Analysis	3
STAT 2350	Probability Theory	3
STAT 3360	Statistical Inference	3
STAT 4370	Senior Seminar	2

Career Opportunities

A Bachelor of Science in Statistics offers excellent job prospects in today's data-driven world. Graduates with a degree in statistics possess a unique skill set that is highly valued across industries.

Graduates of the Program are recruited by a wide range of employers in Oman. Jobs directly related to this degree include:

1. Statistician
2. Data analyst
3. Data scientist
4. Financial risk analyst
5. Investment analyst
6. Market researcher
7. Operational researcher

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Info

Duration: 4 years full-time

Semester Starts: Fall, Spring, Summer I and Summer II.

Fee: 11,794 OMR

Required English Prerequisites

IELTS (academic): 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0)

TOEFL (internet) min overall score 60

MCBS Placement Test

Applicants who do not have official IELTS or TOEFL scores are required to take MCBS English Placement Test.

Students will need to go through Mathematics and IT placement tests to determine their levels of proficiency in these subjects as they are part of the GFP or possible exemption.

Department Contact

Contact Program Chair Dr. Joseph Mani for more information.