Program: Master of Arts in Applied Statistics - Eastern Michigan University

Jul 08, 2025

2018-2019 Graduate Catalog

Objectives

To develop competence in mathematics and statistics beyond the undergraduate level.
To improve the teaching of both mathematics and statistics.
To prepare for study beyond the master’s level in mathematics and/or statistics.
To strengthen the mathematical background of professionals needing analytical and quantitative skills related to mathematics and statistics.
To provide opportunities for research in mathematics and/or statistics.

Program Admission

Applicants must

Meet all Graduate School degree admission requirements; and
Have completed a course in multivariable calculus, a course in calculus-based probability and statistics and a mathematics “proof” course, although a major in either mathematics or statistics is preferred. A GPA of at least 2.75 is required in both mathematics and statistics course work. Students without such a background may be admitted to the program after meeting requirements specified by the department.

Department Information

Mathematics & Statistics, College of Arts & Sciences

Debra Ingram, Ph.D. | Department Head | 515 Pray-Harrold | 734.487.1444 | dingra12@emich.edu

Advisor Information

Bingwu Wang Ph.D. | 504H Pray-Harrold | 734.487.5044 | bwang@emich.edu

Degree Requirements: 31-34 hours

The M.A. in Applied Statistics requires the completion of 31-34 hours of coursework in mathematics and statistics to be distributed among required, restricted elective, elective, and research courses. Approval by the student’s advisor of each semester’s courses prior to registration is recommended. Final approval for the degree by the coordinator of advising is required.

Core Courses: 15 hours

Restricted Electives: 14-15 hours

Mathematics Electives | Select 3 to 6 hours from the following
MATH 519 - Stochastic Mathematical Modeling 3 hrs
MATH 520 - Real Analysis I 3 hrs
or MATH 526 - Real Analysis II 3 hrs
MATH 536 - Numerical Analysis 3 hrs
MATH 560 - Introduction to Optimization Theory 3 hrs
Statistics Electives | Select 8 to 12 hours from the following
STAT 568 - Biostatistics 3 hrs
STAT 569 - Categorical Data Analysis 3 hrs
STAT 570 - Statistical Concepts and Methods for Bioinformatics 3 hrs
STAT 573 - Statistical Data Analysis 2 hrs
STAT 574 - Applied Statistics 3 hrs
STAT 560 - Applied Survey Sampling 3 hrs
STAT 577 - Applied Multivariate Statistics 3 hrs
STAT 578 - Nonparametric Statistics 3 hrs

Research Requirement: 2-4 hours

At least two hours of thesis or research study in either mathematics or statistics are required. Students will, with the approval of the coordinator of advising, select a supervisor to direct the thesis or research study.