This document discusses careers in statistics. It recommends choosing a multidisciplinary major like statistics that can lead to many career opportunities. Statistics is used across many fields including business, engineering, health, government and more. It requires skills in critical thinking, mathematics, computers and teamwork. In Egypt, statisticians are employed in banks, government agencies, universities, and more. One can become a statistician by obtaining bachelor's and advanced degrees in statistics from the department of statistics at Cairo University.

1. Careers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 20101A Career in StatisticsAlyaa R. ZahranAssociate Professor, STAT Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ.

2. Careers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 20102Choosing a CareerAbout to finish your first year at FEPS?

3. You don’t know what career you should choose? Well, your major will determine your careerBut how to choose a major? Here is a golden rule“Choose a multidiscipline Major!”Not quite sure what does this mean? Careers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 20103Choosing a Career….cont.Think about the Joker in playing cards… Choose a “Joker” major that enables you to fit in many jobsThink about the movement of the Chess’ Queen.. Choose a major that enables you to move in all directions

4. Careers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 20104Choosing a Career….cont.What?!! You haven’t ever played chess or cards! Ok…

5. Think about a road that has many avenues… Choose a major that will open manyjobs for youKeep in mind: it is not only ONE job that is meant to you… broaden your choices in the future 

6. You DON’T want to end thereCareers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 20105Choosing a Career….cont.Now, a good question is: Is there a multidiscipline major?Yes STATISTICS!

7. Careers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 20106What is Statistics?That’s easyS+T+A+T+I+S+T+I+C+S=STATISTICS Science To Aggregate & Tabulate the Information, Summarize it, Test it, then Interpret & Conclude Soundly Careers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 20107What Disciplines use Statistics?BusinessEconomics, Engineering,Marketing,Computer SciencePhysicalSciencesAstronomy,Chemistry, PhysicsAreas where STATISTICS are usedHealth & MedicineGenetics, Clinical Trials,Epidemiology,PharmacologyEnvironmentAgriculture,Ecology, Forestry,Animal PopulationsGovernmentCensus, Law,National DefenseSource: www.amstat.org

8. Careers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 20108What Disciplines use Statistics?Ecology:Address/Answer questions about the earth’s natural environment,including animal populations, agricultural protections, & fertilizer and pesticide safetyAnimal Population:Study the abundance and location of plants & animals, the spread of pollution from its sources, and the possible effects of changes in human activitiesEnvironmentAgriculture,Ecology, Forestry,Animal PopulationsAgriculture:Study chemical pesticides, veterinary sciences, genetics, and crop management

9. Careers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 20109What Disciplines use Statistics?Computer Science:Work in software design & development, testing, quality assurance,technical support, education, marketing, and sales to develop code that is both user-friendly and sufficiently complexEngineering:Detect/solve problems in production/distribution phase,minimize waste, Predict product life in: electronics, chemicals, aerospace, pollution control, construction, and other industriesBusinessEngineering,Marketing,Computer ScienceManufacturing: Build products and deliver services at high quality level Study quality of goods & services, the efficiency of production & deliveryMarketing:Design and perform experiments for new products,determine product viability

10. Careers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 201010What Disciplines use Statistics?Pharmacology:Ensuring validity &accuracy of findingsat the stages of: Drug discovery, development, approval, and marketing, Epidemiology:Calculate cancer incidence rates, monitor disease outbreaks, monitor changes in health-related behaviors such as smoking and physical activityHealth & MedicineGenetics, Clinical Trials,Epidemiology,PharmacologyGenetics: Create/monitor possible indicators of genetic abnormalities: birth defects and early aging, or breed desirable characteristics in plant offspringPublic Health: Conduct/evaluate research/programs to prevent disease, prolong life, and promote health

11. Careers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 201011What Disciplines use Statistics?Design polls and surveys to guide decision makersCensusProvide answers to vital governmental questions regarding: unemployment rates, changes in export and import, changes of violent crime rates Provide monthly/quarterly/yearly economical indicesGovernmentCensus, Law,National DefenseLearning:Assess teacher effectiveness,develop statistical models to represent student learning,Evaluate existing educational programsCompare different teaching methodsMonitor quality of products/goods for export or importProvide Transportations statistics

12. Careers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 201012What skills does Statistics require?Critical thinking

13. Application of Mathematical knowledge

14. Computer/programming skills

15. Work individually and/or as part of a teamCareers in Statistics, Statistics Dept., FEPS, Cairo Univ., 201013Who employs Statisticians in Egypt?Banks

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