Exam Pattern
Those candidates selected on the basis of the academic records, need to undergo written examination and followed by personal interview. The examination consists of 2 types of Questions:
Objective Type
Descriptive Type
Those candidates who cleared the written exam will be then notified about the interview.
Coaching Centres
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Brilliant Tutorial Pvt. Ltd
Aakash institutes,
Acme Zone
Miglani Tutorials
Edvantage Education Pvt. Ltd
Elite academy
Arya Vidya Mandir College of education
Reference Books for Master in Statistics entrance exams
Ross, Sheldon M. (2003) Introductory Statistics
Hogg, R. V. and Craig, T. T. (1978) Introduction to Mathematical Statistics (Fourth Edition) (Collier-McMillan)
Rohatgi, V. K. (1988) Introduction to Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics (Wiley Eastern)
C. R. Rao (1995) Linear Statistical Inference and Its Applications (Wiley Eastern) Second Edition
H, Cramer (1946) Mathematical Methods of Statistics,( Princeton).
J. D. Gibbons & S. Chakraborti (1992) Nonparametric statistical Inference (Third Edition) Marcel Dekker, New York
Kale, B.K. (200*) A First Course on Parametric Inference (Narosa)
Casella and Berger
Dudewicz, E. J. and Mishra, S.N. (1988) Modern Mathematical Statistics (John Wiley) Roussas, G. G. (1973) First Course in Mathematical Statistics (Addison Wesley)
Lehmann, E. L. (1986) Testing of Statistical hypothesis (John Wiley)
Lehmann, E. L. (1988) Theory of Point Estimation (John Wiley)
Rohatgi, V. K. Ed Saleh (20**) Introduction to theory of probability and Mathematical
Statistics (John Wiley & Sons)
Colleges in India Providing Masters Degree in Statistics
Cotton College Guwahati University Assam
Dayanand Anglo - Vedic College Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University Uttar Pradesh
Farook Arts & Science College Calicut University Kerala
Hans Raj College University of Delhi
Hindu College Acharya Nagarjuna University Andhra Pradesh
Indian Institute Of Technology(IIT) Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Uttar Pradesh
Loyola College Madras University Tamil Nadu
Maharajas College Mahatma Gandhi University Kerala
Manonmaniam Sundaranar University Manonmaniam Sundaranar University Tamil Nadu
Nehru Arts & Science College Kannur University Kerala
P.G.Radhakrishnan Memorial S.N.College Mahatma Gandhi University Kerala
Pragati Maha Vidyalaya Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University Andhra Pradesh
Presidency college (Co-Education) Madras University Tamil Nadu
PSG College of Arts and Science Bharathiar University Tamil Nadu
Ramjas College University of Delhi
St. Thomas College Kerala University Kerala
St. Thomas College Calicut University Kerala
University college Kerala University Kerala
Annamalai University, Chennai
Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata
Course Curriculum for Master in Statistics
The curriculum of the Masters program in statistics in the country is mainly divided under two major areas, the core and optional papers. At the beginning of the 3rd semester the candidates can opt their specialization area.
Core papers
Analysis
Control and reliability
Demography
Design of Experiments
Econometrics and Time series Analysis
Generalized Linear models
Linear Algebra
Multivariate analysis
Probability Theory
Statistical Interference
Statistical Methodology
Stochastic Sampling
Practicals on Data Structure and Computing
Optional Papers:
Actuarial Statistics
Advanced Design of Experiments and Sample Theory
Advanced Statistical Computing and Data Mining
Advanced Survey sampling Theory
Advanced Theory of Experimental Designs
Applied Stochastic Processes
Bayesian Inference
Bio- statistics
Computer Programming( Theory)
Distribution Theory
Economics Statistics and Demography
Mathematical Analysis
Multivariate Analysis and Statistical Interference
Non Parametric Interference
Operational Research
Order statistics
Problems and Numericals Using C language
Problems and Numericals Using statistical Software Packages
Probability and Measure Theory
Reliability and Survival Analysis
Sample Survey and Design of Experiment
Statistical Design Theory
Statistical Interference
Stochastic Process and Economics
Specializations for Master in Statistics
Mathematical Statistics
Applied Statistics
Course Evaluation
The candidates undergoing this program are mainly evaluated through the examination, both internal and university level exams. Seminars, Assignments and project papers along with the minimum attendance are the evaluation techniques used for assessment. The core evaluation can be classified as:
40% based on continuous Internal Assessment by Faculties.
60% based on Semester End External Examination.
Text Books for Master in Statistics
Donald D.W.A. (1984). Compound Interest & Annuities Certain. Published for the Institute of Actuaries and the Faculty of Actuaries, London.
Dixit S. P., Modi C.S. and Joshi R.V. (2000). Mathematical Basis of Life
Assurance. Published by Insurance Institute of India, Bombay.
McCutcheen, J.J. and Scott, W.F. (1989). Financial Mathematics. Butterworth-
Heinemann.
Hull, J. C., (2003). Derivatives Options & Futures, Pearson Education.
Ross, Sheldon M. (2003) Introductory Statistics
Hogg, R. V. and Craig, T. T. (1978) Introduction to Mathematical Statistics (Fourth
Edition) (Collier-McMillan)
Rohatgi, V. K. (1988) Introduction to Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics (Wiley Eastern)
C. R. Rao (1995) Linear Statistical Inference and Its Applications (Wiley Eastern) Second Edition
H, Cramer (1946) Mathematical Methods of Statistics,( Prinecton).
J. D. Gibbons & S. Chakraborti (1992) Nonparametric statistical Inference (Third Edition) Marcel Dekker, New York
Black& Skipper, Life and health insurance
Begg, D., Ficher, S. and Dornbusch,R.(2005). Economics McGraw Hill.
Pyndick &, Rubin (xxx) Micro Economics,
Kahn (xxx) Finical Institutions and Markets
Samuelson & Nordhus (xxx)
Kale, B.K. (200*) A First Course on Parametric Inference (Narosa)
Casella and Berger
Dudewicz, E. J. and Mishra, S.N. (1988) Modern Mathematical Statistics (John Wiley)
Roussas, G. G. (1973) First Course in Mathematical Statistics (Addison Wesley)
Lehmann, E. L. (1986) Testing of Statistical hypothesis (John Wiley)
Lehmann, E. L. (1988) Theory of Point Estimation (John Wiley)
Rohatgi, V. K. Ed Saleh (20**) Introduction to theory of probability and Mathematical
Statistics (John Wiley & Sons)
Gerson, J. Sharori Technical writing, process and product, Pearson Education Reprint 2004
Betty Kirkpatrick: The concise Oxford Thesaurus. OUP, 24th Impression 2003
Draper, N. R. & Smith, H(1998) Applied Regression Analysis, 3rd Ed. (John Wiley).Dobson, A.
McCullagh, P & Nelder, J. A. (1989) Generalized Linear Models (Chapman & Hall)
Ratkowsky, D.A. (1983) Nonlinear Regression Modelling (Marcel Dekker )
Hosmer, D.W. & Lemeshow, S. (1989) Applied Logistic Regression
Deshmukh, S.R. (2009) Actuarial Statistics: An Introduction using R. Universities Press, India
Bowers, JR. N.L., Gerber, H.U., Hickman, J.C., Jones, D.A. and Nesbitt, C.J. (1997)
Actuarial Mathematics, Second Edition, The Society of Actuaries. Sahaumburg, Illinois
Harriett, E.J. and Dani, L.L.(1999).Principles of Insurance: Life, Health, and Annuities, Second Edition, Life Office Management Association, Inc. Atlanta, Georgia
Taylor, H. M. and Karlin, S. (1984) An Introduction to Stochastic Modelling. (Academic Press)
Medhi, J.: Stochastic Processes (Wiley Eastern Ltd.)
Ross, S: Introduction to Probability Models (7th Ed.) Academic Press
Han and Kamber: Data Mining: Concepts and Techniques, Elsevier
Hossack & Pollard Zehnwith, Introductory Statistics with Applications in general
Insurance, Cambridge University press
Mikosch, Thomas: Nonlife Insurance Mathematics An Introduction with
Stochastic Process, Springer
What to do after Master of Statistics Course?
Statisticians are required in Government and Semi Government organizations, Medical Research centres, Actuarial Science field such as Insurance and Banking, Teaching and Research. These students are absorbed in ISO-9001 accredited industries, teaching, Government organizations and research field.
All those looking for higher study option can go for
M.Phil in Statistics
PHD in Statistics
Research in Statistics
Job and Career options for Master of Statistics
Statisticians are in demand in various fields. They help to produce and analyze the data that can affect an entire business or organization. Certain specific jobs available for graduates of a master’s degree program in statistics include:
Actuarial scientist
Bio mathematician
Biostatician
Educational testing statistician
Medical statistician
Bio informational statistician
Foreign Exchange Trader
Lecturer
Public health statistician
Risk analysis statistician
Remuneration after Master of Statistics
Remuneration after the course starts from Rs. 20,000/month. And it varies according to the area in which the person specializes. People with specialization in Actuarial Science may have the pay scale starting from Rs. 30,000/month. If the job is in Government sector the pay scale will be comparatively high.
