Competencies and Learning Objectives for Master of Science in Biostatistics
| Competency | Specific course(s) that allow assessment | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apply the theoretical foundations of probability theory and distribution theory | BIOSTAT601 |
| 2 | Derive the theoretical mathematics of statistical inferences | BIOSTAT602 |
| 3 | Perform linear regression model fitting and diagnosis | BIOSTAT650 |
| 4 | Perform generalized linear regression model fitting and diagnosis | BIOSTAT651 |
| 5 | Perform ANOVA analysis and longitudinal data analysis | BIOSTAT653 |
| 6 | Interpret the results of statistical analysis in a variety of health-related areas (e.g. public health, medicine, genetics, biology, psychology, economics, management and policy, nursing, or pharmacy) for the broad scientific community | BIOSTAT699 |
| 7 | Communicate statistical analysis through written scientific reporting for public health, medical, and basic scientists, and/or educated lay audiences | BIOSTAT699 |