One of the main reasons for the demand in statisticians is that the explosive growth in computation has allowed computationally intensive analyses. Most of our courses at the MS level utilize the computer. In fact several classes are devoted exclusively to statistical computing. A person who can effectively use a computer has an edge in the marketplace. In order to successfully compete in an increasingly competitive global marketplace, American industry has dramatically increased their hiring of statisticians for the implementation of these important statistical techniques.
Statisticians evolve from a variety of undergraduate backgrounds .
You do not need to be a Statistics or Mathematics major to become a statistician. The only mathematics background needed is calculus and a course in matrix algebra. The only statistics background needed is an introductory course in statistics and a course in probability. You can receive money while going to school. Our masters program in applied statistics includes an internship component.