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California State University, Chico
College of Natural Sciences

Applied Statistics Minor

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  • Program Type

    Undergraduate Minor

  • Delivery Type

    On Campus

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From agriculture to healthcare to zoology, the ability to gather and make sense of data has become one of the highest in-demand skillsets across most industries and disciplines. In our minor in applied statistics, you’ll gain an essential overview of statistics and data analysis and learn cutting-edge methods for conducting research.

In small, discussion-based classes, you’ll gain valuable knowledge from real-world case studies and research assignments. Whether you’re looking to graduate into a new job or grad school, you’ll be ready to take your next exciting step.

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Create Your Pathway to Prominence

Once you’ve completed an introduction to statistics and statistical methods, you can focus on the areas of applied statistics that appeal to your career goals. Consider business analytics, agricultural policy, marketing, education, and the environment.

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Your Career Super Skill

In addition to the unique skillset you’ll acquire in this minor, you’ll learn important soft skills that complement your professional resume. This includes communication and presentation skills, research and collaboration, and leadership.

A Bridge to Any Career

A minor in applied statistics is a great addition to any degree, even those with minimal math, but is particularly useful if you’re interested in business, science and research, and biological sciences.

Some majors you might consider include:

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Make Connections that Last

Join Math Club to make friends, go on conference trips to places like Santa Cruz and Whiskeytown Lake, hear interesting guest lectures, or enjoy a night bowling, playing board games, or watching movies.