Statistical Analysis for Researchers
Confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, one- and two-factor analysis of variance, simple linear regression, multiple regression, chi-square tests, and introduction to statistical quality control.
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Transfer aproximately 30 courses (an estimated 90 credits)
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Tuition cost and Credit Transfer
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Program description
Business (Statistics), BA
Pairing core business skills with a strong grounding in mathematics and statistics prepares students to analyze and interpret data-driven business problems. This path is designed for those who want quantitative rigor woven into a broader business education.
The Bachelor of Arts in Business with a concentration in Statistics covers both theoretical and applied statistics, with an emphasis on practically applying statistical methods to real business questions. The program may also qualify eligible international F-1 visa students for an Optional Practical Training extension of up to 24 months, though this extension does not apply to students completing the degree online.
Curriculum
Featured courses
Design and Analysis of Experiments
Factorial and nested designs, randomized designs, randomized complete block designs, Latin squares, fixed and random effects, expected mean squares, multiple comparisons, and analysis of covariance.
Statistical Computing
Statistical techniques using a professional statistical programming language (e.g., SAS, R). Emphasizes correct methods, writing and presentation of results
Admissions
Admission requirements
Program requirements
For admission requirements, refer to the academic unit program page. Some programs have additional requirements — check with your local Enrollment Advisor for details.
Business (Statistics), BA, MS →Transfer applicants
International graduate and undergraduate transfer applicants should review ASU's international transfer guidance before applying.
https://admission.asu.edu/apply/international/transfer →Key admission dates & deadlines
| Program start | Spring 2027 | Fall 2027 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Immersion | Online | Campus Immersion | Online | |
| Application deadline | October 1st, 2026 | October 1st, 2026 | January 15th, 2027 | January 15th, 2027 |
| Classes start | January 11th, 2027 | January 11th, 2027 | August 19th, 2027 | August 19th, 2027 |
Outcomes
Career opportunities & applicable roles
Graduates are prepared for business or government positions in which they use statistics to help make decisions and solve problems.
Career examples include
Financial Analyst
Market and Survey Researcher
Personal Financial Advisor
Statistician
Business Analyst
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
Cost Estimator
Data Management Specialist
Field Researcher
Mathematics Professor
SEO Specialist
The school
W. P. Carey School of Business
ASU's W. P. Carey School of Business is the largest business school in the United States, serving more than 25,000 students. Its mission centers on educating students, producing impactful research and engaging actively with the communities it serves.
The school is recognized for both research and teaching. The Financial Times ranked W. P. Carey No. 17 globally and No. 3 among U.S. public schools for research, and U.S. News & World Report ranks its online undergraduate business programs No. 2 in the nation.
Students study fields such as finance, accounting, supply chain management, business analytics, marketing and entrepreneurship, with classes offered on ASU's Tempe, Polytechnic and West Valley campuses and online.
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