the program had a strong emphasis on coding (in SAS and R in particular). It really helped me sell myself on the job market
The research opportunities outside of the classroom prepared me for communicating effectively and applying my coursework to real time problems.
So many of the world's industries & public services are moving toward big data analysis to help with decision making, risk analysis, and policy change. It's a fantastic movement to be a part of and MSU's Biostatistics & Epidemiology department helped prepare me for that!
I believe extensive training in statistical programming from the Biostatistics courses offered at MSU helped me hone my analytical thinking skills when it comes to programming. Because of the training, I was able to pick up new programming languages at work with ease.
I enjoyed my time in the program immensely – the department houses Epidemiology and Biostatistics professors and students together. Learn More
"I graduated May 2020 with my Master's degree is Biostatistics amidst the unique circumstances surrounding the COVID19 pandemic." Learn More
"So many of the world's industries & public services are moving toward big data analysis to help with decision making, risk analysis, and policy change. It's a fantastic movement to be a part of and MSU's Biostats & Epidemiology department helped prepare me for that!" Learn More
"It helped having a wonderful mentor who would guide me on improving programming and statistical thinking skills through project involvement." Learn More
"The training from MSU has enabled me to obtain the necessary skills of integrating epidemiological knowledge with statistical approaches to prepare me for my career." Learn More
"There is a comradery and a great culture amongst the students and faculty in the MSU Biostatistics program. This close comradery is great because it allows for students to build a good career network before graduation and values teamwork to help solve problems." Learn More
"More importantly, and also what makes the MSU biostat program special, is that I had the opportunity to gain practical skills through working closely with professors with different backgrounds on real data analysis. The experience provided me proficiency in statistical programming and thinking, which gave me an advantage in securing a job." Learn More