With advancements in data-driven business models and decision making processes, there has been a rapid increase in demand for trained statisticians. Throughout the world, predictive data and numerical reasoning have become the cornerstone in any successful private and government initiative. With a Master of Statistics degree, you can advance your career in almost any field, including education, science, technology, health care, government or business.<br><br>Training in statistical modeling and modern statistical methods with a strong theoretical insights and variety of applications.<br><br>Faculty expertise: Bayesian statistics, biostatistics, stochastic modeling, spatio-temporal statistics, statistics in natural resources and ecology, social science statistics including applications in psychology, economics and education, business (business-to-business pricing), survey sampling, genomics and bioinformatics.<br><br>Degree requirements: The general requirements for receiving a master's degree are at least 30 semester hours of course work at the 7000 level or higher, of which at least 18 hours must be from the Department of Statistics at MU.