Statistics

Your Path to Excellence

You can begin your academic journey by applying for the BCom in Statistics in your first year. This programme offers a comprehensive foundation in the collection, organisation, analysis, and interpretation of numerical data. Statistics focuses on gathering accurate information, summarising it for clarity, drawing meaningful conclusions, and using data to estimate current trends or forecast future outcomes. Mastery in these areas is crucial for success in fields such as market research, financial analysis, and strategic planning, where data-driven decision-making is essential.

After completing your first year, you may be considered for the BCom in Operations Research, provided you meet the necessary criteria. However, please note that there will be no intake for the Operations Research programme in 2022. Operations Research applies analytical methods to optimise resource allocation and solve complex business problems. It involves developing production schedules, managing supply chains, and setting effective pricing strategies to enhance organisational performance.

Elevate your business expertise with a BCom in Statistics, and if desired, transition to Operations Research to further refine your skills. Both programmes are designed to provide you with the analytical tools and strategic insights needed to excel in today's competitive market.

Typical Tasks Include:

  • Data collection and cleaning
  • Data interpretations
  • Model development
  • Statistical analysis
  • Consultations
  • Quality control
  • Decision support
  • Report writing

 

Core subjects 

Subjects include, but are not limited to:

  • Economics
  • Statistics
  • Business management

 

Degree options

BCom in Statistics

  • Degree duration: 3 years, full time
  • Offered at the Mahikeng [M] campus
  • Curriculuim code: 5FGH02

BCom in Statistics - Extended Programme

  • Degree duration: 4 years, full time
  • Offered at the Mahikeng [M] campus
  • Curricluim code: 5XGH01

 

Admission requirements

BCom in Statistics

  • APS: 24
  • Mathematics: Level 4 (50% and more)
  • English: Level 4 (50% and more)

BCom in Statistics - Extended Programme

  •  APS: 20
  • Mathematics: Level 3 (40% and more) or Mathematical literacy: Level 4 (50% and more)
  • English: Level 3 (40% and more)

Career opportunities 

  • Data Analyst
  • Statistical Consultant
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Financial Analyst
  • Biostatistician
  • Data Scientist
  • Quantitative Analyst
  • Epidemiologist
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Engineer
  • Risk Analyst

 

Postgraduate studies

Postgraduate studies in Economic Sciences include

  • BCom Honours Degree 
  • MCom and
  • PhD

These postgraduate degrees are offered at

  • Potchefstroom [P] 

 

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