Program Mission, Objectives, Career Opportunities, and Professional Sectors:
1.Program Mission
To prepare graduates in Applied Statistics who are capable of competing in the labour market, pursuing postgraduate studies, and engaging in research opportunities, thereby contributing to community development.
2. Program Objectives
1. To provide students with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary in the field of Applied Statistics.
2. To develop students’ critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
3. To prepare students for the lab or market by enabling them to acquire the professional and ethical standards required in the field of Applied Statistics.
4. To equip students with self-directed and lifelong learning skills, as well as the ability to utilize information technologies.
5. To engage students in research practices and activities.
6. To engage students in community service and contribute to meeting community needs.
3.Professions / Jobs for Which the Program Qualifies Graduates
The program qualifies graduates for employment in the following professions and occupations:
Saudi Standard Classification of Occupations (SSCO) | Profession / Job |
212003 | Statistician |
212004 | Data analyst |
212005 | Health statistician |
212006 | Demographic specialist |
231017 | Statistics and mathematics teacher |
331401 | Statistical Controller |
121117 | Statistics manager |
4.Relevant Professional / Employment Sectors
Graduates of the program can pursue employment opportunities across a range of relevant professional sectors, including:
• Economic Sector
• Financial Sector
• Healthcare Sector
• Education Sector
• Insurance Sector