Statistics is the science of learning from data. The study of statistics is crucial to understanding the world around us, and science and industry rely on it to turn data into meaningful information. With highly transferable skills, providing you with the agility to transition across industries, statistics is your ticket to the future.

In this major, you’ll learn how to apply statistical knowledge and technology to solve practical business problems, and interpret and apply the results. With an understanding of the multidisciplinary role of statistics, training in how to ask appropriate questions to identify a problem, and the ability to communicate your reasoning and conclusions to a wide range of audiences, you’ll set your career on track.

Key Features

• You won’t just learn from a textbook – you’ll apply theory to real business situations, so you’re job ready when you graduate.
• You’ll have the opportunity to undertake internships with our industry partners.
• This major has been designed in consultation with industry to ensure you gain the skills and business acumen employers are looking for.
• You’ll have access to state-of-the-art facilities including our Finance Decision Lab and incubator space.
• Your learning experience will be enhanced by our location in Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, which is brimming with collaborative, internship and employment opportunities.
• Macquarie is ranked number one in Sydney for teaching quality and overall graduate satisfaction in mathematics and science (QILT, 2017).

• Accountant
• Auditor
• Business analyst
• Economic policy adviser
• Financial analyst
• Human resource manager
• Investment manager
• Management consultant
• Market researcher
• Marketing professional
• Stockbroker
• Taxation consultant