The postgraduate course of M.A. in Statistics is offered through several Universities across the country.  The duration of the course is 2 years. The course study helps the candidate to gain deep knowledge in theoretical as well as application areas of statistics. Statistical theories and principles are used for the purpose of estimation and interpretation (in real world situations). The analysis of data is done with the aid of probability theory and regression analysis. The postgraduate degree helps the candidate to specialize in their interested area of statistics. The final evaluation of the course is done through University examinations and internal assessments.

Advantages or Benefits of Master of Arts in Statistics

The course study prepares the candidate to perform well in the application area of statistics. The application of the subject can be made in various sectors like public health, psychology, insurance, technology, business, economics, engineering, medicine, education, automobile manufacturing, marketing, and so on. Those who are interested in higher studies can go for M.Phil or Phd courses in the related field. Such courses enable one to obtain interesting and good jobs in the long run.

Eligibility required for Master of Arts in Statistics

Those candidates who have completed their Bachelor of Science or Arts degree with Statistics as the main subject are eligible to undergo the master’s degree in the same. Graduation must be obtained from a recognized institution with minimum 50% marks. Entrance exams are carried out for the selection of candidate in to the course. Those who score good marks in the entrance exam are short-listed for final interview. Certain Colleges offer admission on the basis of marks obtained in the bachelor degree exam.

Admission Procedure of Master of Arts in Statistics

The details on admission will be published in the official website of the University or institution that offers the course. If admission is offered through entrance test, the candidate should first apply for the same. The application form and prospectus can be collected from the office of the University. Filled applications must be submitted to the mentioned address before last date. Those who pass the entrance test can expect admission to the course. The candidate should apply with educational details, marks obtained and personal details in case the admission is made on basis of marks.

Colleges offering Master of Arts in Statistics

• Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
• Bareilly College, P.O.Shahamat Ganj, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
• Barkatullah University, Hoshangabad Road, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
• Dayanand Anglo Vedic College (D.A.V), Civil Lines, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
• Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad, Maharashtra
• Gulbarga University, Jnana Ganga, Gulbarga, Karnataka
• Harish Chandra Post Graduate College, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
• Indian Statistical Institute, 203, Barrackpore Trunk Road, Kolkata, West Bengal
• Mahatma Gandhi University – Kerala, Priyadarsini Hills, Kottayam, Kerala
• Manipur University, Canchipur, Imphal, Manipur
• Rajasthan Vidyapeeth University, Town hall, Link Road, Udaipur, Rajasthan
• Ramjas College, University enclave, New Delhi
• Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Administrative Premises, Ravidranath Tagore Marg, Nagpur, Maharashtra
• Shia P.G. College, Sitapur Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
• Sidhhu Kanhu University, Dumka, Jharkhand
• SW. Wilfred’V P.G. College, Meera Marg, Madyam Marg, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Course Curriculum of Master of Arts in Statistics

Semester-I

• Real Analysis
• Statistical Methods
• Sampling Theory
• Probability and Measure
• Lab Course - I
• Lab Course - II

Semester-II

• Linear Algebra
• Stochastic Processes
• Statistical Computing
• Applied Statistics
• Lab Course - I
• Lab Course - II

Semester-III

• Multivariate Analysis
• Inference I
• Operation Research I
• Statistical Quality Control
• Lab Course - I
• Lab Course - II

Semester-IV

• Design of Experiment
• Inference II
• Operation Research II
• Reliability and Life Testing
• Lab Course - I
• Lab Course - II: Project Work

Text Books on Master of Arts in Statistics

• Statistics: A Beginner’s Text by Bhat B.R. Srivenkataramana T. and Madhava Rao K.S
• Fundamental of Statistics by Goon A.M., Gupta M.K., Dasgupta B
• Fundamentals of Mathematical Statistics by S.C. Gupta and Kapoor V.K
• Introduction to Mathematical Statistics by Hoel P.G
• Introductory Probability and Statistical Applications by Mayer P.L
• Modern Elementary Statistics- Miller and Friends
• Introductory Statistics
• Programmed statistics by B.L. Agrawal
• Introduction to the theory of Statistics, Mood A.M., Graybill F.A. and Boes F.A
• Introductory Probability and Statistical applications by Addision Wesley
• Statistical Method by S.P. Gupta
• Statistics - A Beginner’s Text by T. Shrivenkataramana, K.S. Madhav Rao
• Descriptive Statistics by P.G. Dixit, Dr. V.R Prayag, D.L
• Macro Economics Theory by M.K Jhingan
• Applied General Statistics by Croxton F.E. and Cowden D.J
• Fundamentals of Applied Statistics by Gupta, S.C. and Kapoor, V.K
• Introduction to Statistical Quality Control by Montgomery, D. C
• Mathematical Analysis by Apostol, T.M
• Introduction to Calculus and Analysis by Courant, R. and John, F
• Advanced Real Calculus by Miller, K.S
• Principles of Mathematical Analysis by Rudin, Walter
• Real and Abstract Analysis by Hewitt and Stromberg
• Fundamental of Analysis by G. Das and S. Pattanayk

Jobs and Career after Master of Arts in Statistics

Private as well as public sector firms require the services of statisticians to satisfy their employment needs. As the subject mainly involves practical applications, one can find career opportunities in almost all manufacturing and service based industries. Indian Statistical Services (ISS), Staff Selection Commission, etc are some of the popular firms in governmental sector that is in need of statisticians.  Academics are another employment area for these professionals. NET holders can seek teaching job professions in government colleges. They can also work in insurance field, in research-based firms, and also medical field.

Job profiles

• Actuarial scientist
• Bio-informational statistician
• Bio-mathematician
• Biostatistician
• Data Analyst
• Data Interpreters
• Econometrician
• Educational testing statistician
• Enumerators
• Lecturers
• Medical statistician
• Public health statistician
• Research Analyst
• Risk analysis statistician
• Biometrician
• Statisticians

Employment Areas

• Agricultural research
• Banks
• Business
• Commerce
• Consulting Firms
• Data Survey Agencies
• Demographic Studies
• Economics
• Education
• Finance
• Indian Civil Services
• Indian Economic Services
• Indian Statistical Services
• Insurance
• Statistical and Economic Bureaus
• Statistical Research
• National Council for Applied Economic Research
• Planning Commission

Remuneration on Master of Arts in Statistics

The compensation packages offered for the candidate may vary with the organization where they are involved to serve. A senior Statistician can earn salary packages with in the range of Rs.12, 000/- to Rs. 34800/- per month in public sector firms. Experience in the job help one to get salaries with in the range of Rs. 4 lakh to Rs. 7 lakh per annum. Industries often offer salaries on the basis of the performance of the candidate.