Those who complete UNH's four-course Certificate of Graduate Study in Industrial Statistics learn, through the use of statistical methods, how to take their business to a new level of quality. Compare this to the 10,000 or 20,000 failure rate not uncommon for many corporations. The savings some companies achieve are in the millions of dollars. The certificate program is unique in the country, according to Ramsey, who coordinates the program along with Marie Gaudard, professor of mathematics and statistics.
Students learn a wide range of statistical and quality methods with application to industry.
And they come away with an in-depth understanding of technical methods. We've been very gratified with the response to this new program. This highly effective method for designing scientific experiments solves problems more efficiently and accurately than the conventional process of changing one variable at a time. The courses include a mix of industry people, as well as UNH students and high school math teachers. And from what teachers are saying, it's helping to generate interest in doing experiments and analyzing data.