Master of Philosophy in Statistics (M.Phil. (Statistics)
Catagory: Arts & Social Science
Course Type: M.Phil
Duration: 2 Year
Study Mode: Regular
About Course
Master of Philosophy in Statistics (M.Phil. (Statistics) Course Details
M.Phil. Statistics or Master of Philosophy in Statistics is a postgraduate Statistics course. Statistics is a branch of mathematics that deals with the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of masses of numerical data. Statisticians collect, verify and interpret data and use the same to solve problems in a wide variety of fields. The services of a statistician are required in every field right from government offices to international sporting events. The M.Phil. involves a combination of course work and research training and is designed to extend the competence of candidates in their chosen discipline. The course offers a wide range of subjects and will provide the quantitative skills and expertise required to carry out various types of econometric and statistical analyses. Students acquire the skills necessary to undertake applied and or theoretical projects and the ability to communicate the results of their work to wider audiences. The normal period of candidature is 18 months full-time equivalent (or 72 credit points). The minimum and maximum period of candidature is 12 and 24 months full-time equivalent respectively. Masters candidates may be able to upgrade to doctoral candidature after 12 months, provided that satisfactory progress has been made and certain preconditions are met.
Master of Philosophy in Statistics (M.Phil. (Statistics) Eligibility
- Students should have passed a Master's Degree in the respective subject with a minimum of Second Class securing at least 55% of the aggregate marks or in an examination recognised as equivalent thereto for all the subjects.
Master of Philosophy in Statistics (M.Phil. (Statistics) Duration - 2 Years
Master of Philosophy in Statistics (M.Phil. (Statistics) Employment Areas
- Banking Sector
- Financing Offices
- Stock Exchanges
- Educational Institutes
- Government Offices
- Financial Departments (industry)
Master of Philosophy in Statistics (M.Phil. (Statistics) Job Types
- Content Developer
- Labour Counsellor
- Article Writer
- Trainee Associate
- Sociologist
- Teaching Trainee Associate
- Asst. Professor & Lecturer