Northwest Missouri State University

Minor in Statistics

Desgined to:

give students an understanding of the basic structures and concepts of Statistics
develop analytic and reasoning skills
exhibit the role of mathematics in a variety of fields through required courses and carefully selected electives
prepare for careers that require creative thinking and problem solving abilities
prepare for research and advanced technical positions in industry
fit the desires and interests of the student with the needs of prospective employers

Course Number	Course Name	Hours
Math 17-114	General Statistics I OR
Math 17-230	Probability and Statics	3
Math 17-316	General Statistics II	3
Math 17-532	Nonparametric Statistics	2
*CSIS 44-149	Scientific Computing	3
	Approved Department Electivies (from both mathematics and statistics with at lease 2 semester hours in statistics )	13
	Total Course Hours Reqiuired	24

* CSIS 44-130 Computers and Info Tech is a prerequisite course.