At the same time, it will provide a strong start for those who eventually go on to a doctoral program at another institution. The Certificate in International Studies is designed to prepare students for careers in government agencies, international governmental and non-governmental organizations, multinational firms and banks, and for graduate studies in International Relations or Political Science. These Certificates do not substitute for degree requirements in any subject, including Political Science. The certificates will add a dimension and complement the student s chosen major. The Curriculum and Academic Programs Committee recommends Academic Senate approval of a proposal submitted by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences for the establishment of a Graduate Certificate in Statistics.
Statistical analysis is one of the primary tools of modern scientific reasoning.
Since the need to draw correct and defensible conclusions from data arises so widely, statistical techniques are useful in almost all disciplines. There is a consequent demand for professionals who are well educated in statistics, and the demand is growing. The proposed certificate seeks to address this need. In particular, the goal is to provide an opportunity for students to enhance their ability to apply statistics in their chosen field of expertise. In this certificate program, students learn about the context and principles of public administration and how to apply them to situations commonly faced by public administrators.