Description of the Programme
The Diploma in Applied Statistics seeks to give students technical competency in the use and application of statistics. Topics covered include Applied Multivariate Statistical Methods, Experimental Design, Applied Regression Analysis, Applied Multivariate Statistical Methods, Applied Time Series Analysis, Computer Based Data Analysis, Applied Linear Models etc.
Admission Requirements
KCSE Mean Grade of C-
Minimum Subject Requirements
None
Course Duration
2 years
Career and Employment Opportunities
Graduates secure employment in the areas of market research, data analysis, accounting, financial analysis, business forecasting, investment analysis, mathematical modelling, risk management, stock-broking, transport modelling and analysis, underwriting, quality control, improvement of processes and products, logistics and optimization of distribution processes and competitor analysis among others.
Potential Employers
Potential employers include but not limited to:
- Governmental bodies such as the Ministry of Planning, Central Bank of Kenya, Central Bureau of Statistics, etc.
- Banks and other financial institutions
- Investment companies
- Accounting firms
- Insurance companies
- Transport and logistics companies
- Universities and collegs
- Research and development instituions
- Media houses
- Audit firms
- Stock Exchange firms
- Market research companies
- Hospitals and other health facilities
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Agricultural sector
- Supermarket retail chains
- Oil and gas companies
- Companies in the ICT industry
- Consultancy firms
- Non-governmental organizations such as public opinion pollsters
Institutions offering the programme
Eldoret Polytechnic
Academic Progression
Bachelor of Science (Applied Statistics)
Bachelor of Science (Applied Statistics, With IT)
Bachelor of Science (Statistics)
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