Applied Statistics in Finance (online)

University of Strathclyde
Postgraduate MSc Part-time 3 Years Accounting and financeEconomicsFinanceMathematics and statistics

About this course

Our online MSc in Applied Statistics in finance is a conversion course, offering the opportunity to develop skills in statistics and data analysis even if you have never studied statistics before. You will be supported through this part-time programme by members of staff who work directly with industry to develop skills which are relevant to current areas of research. Over the three years, our students gain skills in:

  • problem solving

  • analysis and modelling of financial data

  • the use of statistical software for data analysis and reporting

  • effective communication of statistics

    The course is entirely delivered online. The course is ideally suited to those working full-time or with other commitments. You can study and complete the modules when it’s most convenient for you – you don’t need to be online at specific times.

    The course has been designed by academics who also work as statisticians in the public sector, who are experts in understanding real-life statistical problems, data, and relating theory to practice.

    The skills set provided will also equip you with the necessary training to work as an applied statistician in areas such as insurance, finance and commerce.

    • Study Options

    This course is available in 4 study options:

    Part-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Glasgow

    Online study

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Glasgow

    Part-time Shown above

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Glasgow

    Online study

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Glasgow

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2431 Management consultants and business analysts
    4124 Finance officers
    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
    2421 Chartered and certified accountants
    1131 Financial managers and directors

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Part-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Glasgow
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Accounting and finance, Economics, Finance, Mathematics and statistics

    Offered by

    University of Strathclyde

    Glasgow

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