Statistics at Yanshan University has directions in mathematical statistics and economic statistics. The programme gives students a solid mathematical base together with grounding in economics and management, and training in abstract thinking and introductory scientific research.
Courses include mathematical analysis, advanced algebra, analytic geometry, ordinary differential equations, probability theory, mathematical statistics, stochastic processes, time series, complex analysis, multivariate statistical analysis and statistical software.
Graduates are suited to research and university teaching in mathematical and economic statistics, to economic statistics and management work in government departments, and to data analysis, statistical surveys, economic analysis and information processing in business. The programme also feeds postgraduate study in statistics, applied statistics, economics, management and finance.