James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021

MA5411 - Statistical Consulting

Available to student enrolled in Mathematics.

Subject Description

Most research requires statistical analysis of data. Statistical consultants provide a service to researchers to help them better design, analyse and report their valuable results. Statistical consultants need good communication skills and the ability to understand research goals of a vast range of disciplines. This subject will introduce students to the world of statistical consulting. The course will focus on communicating with clients and increasing knowledge of statistical rigour that is required when exchanging knowledge for fee services.

Learning Outcomes

• understanding the role of a statistical consultant
• improving professional knowledge of statistics
• gaining practical experiencing in applying statistical methods professionally, to solve researchers problems

Subject Assessment

• Oral: 20% Stat consulting observation report: 20% Stat consulting report: 60%

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Assumed Knowledge:  Students enrolling in this subject should have successfully completed MA3405 or have acquired equivalent knowledge through other study or professional experience.

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