Previously they had relied only upon intuition and guesses. As these data do not directly answer important business questions, data analysis and statistics can help. Statistics courses develop the skills and insights required to make effective use of statistical methods. They provide the knowledge needed to select and apply techniques and to communicate statistical results. All courses provide skills that augment substantive managerial abilities, along with exposure to computer software that implements key techniques.
Courses also address issues related to passenger transportation.
The concentration examines the different modes of transportation and methods of forecasting transportation needs. Students with this background have been offered positions with transportation agencies, shippers and receivers of goods and public organizations.