Department of Statistics & Operations Technology
Statistics: it's not just data; it's a competitive advantage.
A solid understanding of how to use statistical analysis provides you with a competitive edge in today's business world. The
Department of Statistics and Operations Technology at the Daniels College of Business offers courses and degrees that give
you the quantitative techniques and technical skills to analyze business problems and play a key role in decision making.
Potential employers and savvy business professionals value these skills, making graduates in statistics attractive candidates for employment in many different industries and types of companies.
Points of pride for the Department of Statistics and Operations Technology at Daniels:
- State-of-the-art technology: Our students get hands-on practice using the latest computer technology to solve complex statistical problems.
- Experts in the classroom: Our faculty members are both dedicated teachers and widely published researchers. They are experts in bridging statistical principles and theories to practical applications. With our small class sizes, teachers often become mentors advising you on classes, internships and career direction.
- Cross-functional curriculum: The use of statistics applies to all business functions--finance, accounting, marketing and management. Our classes expose students to the full spectrum of statistical analysis, and the wide variety of career paths available to them.
- First-of-its-kind degree: Working with the departments of marketing and information technology, we helped develop the first interdisciplinary master's degree in business intelligence in the U.S.


