35471 Statistical Consulting Part B
3cp; 1hpwThis subject aims to provide experience in the statistical and non-statistical aspects that arise in consulting practice. It is an introduction to the general framework of statistical consulting, including a large practical component. Topics covered include: some of the job estimation and business aspects of consulting; recognition of and searching for appropriate techniques to solve particular problems; constraints imposed by the analysis time frame; communication of results in written, graphical and oral forms to lay and technical audiences; and ethical issues.
Assessment: This subject is assessed on a pass/fail basis only.
Note(s)
35470 Statistical Consulting Part A and 35471 Statistical Consulting Part B replace 35469 Statistical Consulting.
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $260.12
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $1,293.75
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
Subject EFTSL: 0.063Access conditions
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