C06097v1 Graduate Diploma in Mathematics and Statistics for Business and Finance

Overview

A sound knowledge of mathematical and statistical methods is in ever growing demand in various government organisations, ranging from defence to education, and in such diverse fields as finance and public health, construction industry and agriculture, manufacturing and transportation. Despite the demonstrated and continuing demand for specialists trained in mathematics and statistics, most university graduates do not acquire the required knowledge in their bachelor's degrees.

This course is designed for applicants who need more mathematics and/or statistics in their everyday work or who wish to broaden their career choices.

Course aims

This course aims to provide a solid mathematical and statistical background by means of a flexible study program that can be tailored to suit university graduates who need this knowledge in their work or plan to pursue further studies.

Credit recognition

Students can apply for exemption only from core subjects.

Course duration and attendance

The duration of the course depends on the choice of subjects and their availability. As a guide, minimum full-time attendance is one year of study and part-time attendance is two years of study. Applicants should be aware that subjects may require attendance at daytime classes. The current timetable is available at:

Course structure

Students are required to complete 48 credit points, comprising three core subjects and five electives (options). Elective subjects can be chosen from the list of options below but are not limited to it. Any elective which is not in the list of options below must be approved by the course director, postgraduate programs.

Many subjects offered by the Department of Mathematical Science have prerequisites. It is students' responsibility to check that they have the required knowledge specified by these prerequisites. Students are strongly advised not to enrol in any subject if they do not have knowledge equivalent to the subject's prerequisites.

Course program

Three example programs are shown below.

The first program shows full-time attendance for Autumn-commencing students and is recommended for those who are interested in acquiring a solid mathematical background for pursuing a career in finance.

The second program shows full-time attendance for Autumn-commencing students and is recommended for those who need in-depth knowledge in quantitative management.

The third program shows full-time attendance for Autumn-commencing students and is recommended for those who wish to pursue a career in statistics.

Other information

Further information is available from the UTS Student Centre on: