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Course Overview
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="overview"> Overview The Master of Statistics and Operations Research will develop your knowledge of relevant and cutting-edge research methodologies. You’ll combine a theoretical foundation with practical applications of current techniques employed by practising engineers, scientists and other professionals in industry, research, consulting, teaching and business. This is achieved using statistical software accompanied by an in-depth understanding of the statistical processes involved. You will be particularly knowledgeable, creative and critical in the sense of how you interpret and analyse data. You'll also be equipped with the ability to apply knowledge to solve a wide range of real-world problems. You’ll be exposed to a wide variety of analytics tools including R, SQL, SAS Enterprise Guide, SAS Enterprise Miner, Python, Java, CPLEX, Gurobi and Arena. The course includes an industry project component and/or minor thesis which will develop your consulting and research skills. Based on your previous studies you may be eligible for exemptions that may shorten your course duration by up to one year full-time.
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="admissions"> Entry requirements and admissions You need to satisfy all of the following entry requirements to be considered for entry into this degree. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements Entry requirements: An Australian bachelor degree in any discipline, or equivalent. OR You may also be considered if you have at least 10 years of work experience in statistics and operations research. If you wish to have industry or employment experience assessed as part of meeting the entry requirements you will need to provide a detailed CV/resume listing previous positions, dates of employment and position responsibilities; a statement from your employer confirming these details (or contact details of employer so RMIT can seek confirmation); and evidence of any relevant professional development undertaken. International qualifications are assessed for comparability to Australian qualifications according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Some applicants might be eligible for exemptions that might change the duration of their program. Please refer to the Articulation and Pathways section for more detail. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this course. You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements Entry requirements: An Australian bachelor degree in any discipline, or equivalent. OR You may also be considered if you have at least 10 years of work experience in statistics and operations research. International qualifications are assessed for comparability to Australian qualifications according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Some applicants might be eligible for exemptions that might change the duration of their program. Please refer to the Articulation and Pathways section for more detail. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English Language Pathways (Academic English) Advanced at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). <div
Career & Study Pathways
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career Demand for statistical and operations research skills is growing in a data-driven world. Graduates are employed by a variety of scientific, commercial and government enterprises, most commonly as data scientists, statisticians, business analysts, consultants, modellers and researchers. Expand all sections Professional recognition and accreditation Graduates are eligible to apply for membership of the following organisations: Statistical Society of Australia Inc. (SSAI) Australian Society for Operations Research (ASOR) American Statistical Association (ASA) Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences (INFORMS) Institute of Analytics Professionals of Australia (IAPA) <div
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCommon Questions
For entry into this postgraduate coursework degree, applicants must meet RMIT's minimum English language requirements. Accepted English proficiency test scores include: IELTS (Academic) overall 6.5 with no band less than 6.0; TOEFL iBT overall score of 79 (with minimums of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking, and 21 in Writing); PTE (Academic) 58 with no communication band less than 50; or C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 176 with no less than 169 in any component. Alternatively, applicants may meet requirements through VCE results, post-secondary study, or professional work experience.
Yes. Applicants can meet the English language requirement for postgraduate coursework degrees by demonstrating at least 2 years of professional work experience in an occupation requiring English language proficiency. This must be supported by a statement from your employer on official letterhead or a company email confirming that English is the language of business, the duration of employment, your roles and responsibilities, the nature of the work, the scale of the organisation, and whether the company deals internationally.
No. RMIT only accepts IELTS (Academic) or IELTS (Academic) One Skill Retake for admission into its university programs, including postgraduate coursework degrees. IELTS (General) is not accepted.
English language proficiency test results are valid for 2 years from the test date. Tests that fall outside this validity period will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. RMIT also does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing.
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