Statistics Programme

INTRODUCTION

Students enrolled in the Statistics programme, are exposed to thorough knowledge on theoretical as well as the applications.The students learn a variety of problem solving techniques and data analysis. Students are also provided with the knowledge in defining problems, understanding stated problems, identifying the methods of data collection and interpreting results of data analysis. This would shape the students creativity in handling the techniques of problem solving, data collection and interpretation of the results obtained.

PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEO)

To produce skilled and knowledgeable graduates in the field of statistics, competent in soft skills, possess awareness towards environment and able to contribute to other various disciplines in order to give impact to the national and global development.

UKM Bachelor of Science (Statistics) Programme aims at producing graduates who are:

POE1   Have high caliber and ethics, and competitive-spirit;

POE2 Able to translate and synthesize their understanding of the world, mankind and development;

POE3 Have the awareness about the environment and support sustainable development;

POE4 Able to use the statistical solving techniques such as analysis, modelling, programming, and statistical software in tackling development issues and current changes;

POE5  Practice scientific methods in generating and sharing knowledge of inter- and cross-discipline; and

POE6   Possess highly creative and innovative minds that contribute ideas for policy making, decision making and development implementation.

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES (PO)

PO1   Able to obtain and use basic statistical knowledge.

PO2 Able to obtain information, select and use suitable statistical techniques,
programming and softwares to solve problems.

PO3 Able to understand and assess the implications of statistical concepts and
techniques in solving various real problems.

PO4 Practice ethical principles, professionalism and noble values in life and career based on the belief in God.

PO5 Communicate effectively in relaying information, ideas and solutions to experts and non-experts.

PO6 Able to identify, formulate and analyze problems that need statistical approach.

PO7 Able to collect and manage information and recognize the needs for and practice life-long learning.

PO8 Possess managerial and entrepreneurial skills.

Statistics Programme Structure