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Applied Statistician Courses

An Applied Statistician solves real-world problems using statistical techniques, designing experiments, analysing data, and providing actionable insights.

    • 1.516 AI Exposure: High

      This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.

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  • This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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Applied Statistician careers

An Applied Statistician uses statistical techniques to solve real-world problems in various fields, such as business, healthcare, or government. You might work in research institutions, consulting firms, or data-driven organisations. Applied Statisticians focus on designing experiments, analysing data, and interpreting results to inform decision-making. You’ll develop statistical models and apply them to data sets, providing insights and recommendations based on your analysis.

Applied Statisticians play a crucial role in data-driven decision-making. You’ll need to be detail-oriented and proficient in statistical software, with strong analytical skills. Effective communication is key, as you will present your findings to stakeholders and collaborate with other professionals to ensure accurate and actionable results.