Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics

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Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics

Indian Statistical Institute

Final application deadline: 15 Feb 2025


  • Deadline to appear for the entrance quiz: 19 Feb 2025
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Earn a PG Diploma

issued directly by the Indian Statistical Institute

Tuition fee: INR 450,000 / USD 6000

100% online programme

Complete in 1-3 Years

Flexible exit option at the end of Semester 1- Exit with a Post Graduate Certificate in Basic Statistics

Learn from industry experts

Learn from data science veterans with 25+ years of experience

Career readiness support

Exclusive networking opportunities, career workshops, and mentorship sessions with industry experts

Unlock your potential with ISI's exclusive career readiness support!

The career readiness support is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today's competitive job market. You will be equipped with the skills, connections, and knowledge needed to accelerate your career.

ISI on-campus graduates consistently go on to succeed as data scientists, analysts, statisticians, researchers, policymakers, and more, and have taken roles with industry leaders such as Microsoft, Google, Dell, JP Morgan & Chase, KPMG, Amazon, Flipkart, Samsung, and others.

Access potential job opportunities facilitated by ISI
Showcase your skills to prospective employers through the placement committee led by an ISI faculty convenor. Placements are entirely student-driven - there is no placement guarantee.
Career workshops and industry expert sessions
Gain invaluable knowledge and insights directly from experienced professionals. Get inspired by their success stories and learn about industry trends.
Exclusive LinkedIn group for networking and opportunities
Connect and collaborate with like-minded peers and experienced faculty members. Expand your professional network and discover new opportunities.
Curated ‘Workplace Skills’ courses to fast-track your career
Gain a competitive edge to accelerate your career growth. Learn career planning, prepare for interviews, and improve your storytelling and influencing abilities.

Applications closing on 15 Feb 2025

Last date to appear for the entrance quiz: 19 Feb 2025

Classes start: 25 Feb 2025

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  • Exclusive access to 4000+ top courses on Coursera upon enrolment

Advance your accounting career

  • The iMSA was developed by top accounting faculty to build expertise in leading analytics methods, financial reporting, audit and control, and US federal taxation.
  • Accounting is one of the fastest growing careers and the universal language of business. An accounting degree can open doors in almost any field.
  • The iMSA delivers an exceptional degree at a fraction of the price of other top MSA programs. Earn your degree in as little as 18 months in a flexible online format.

Accounting by the numbers

76% received a job offer or promotion

Gies focuses on tracking promotions or new job acceptances among iMSA graduates, with 76% reporting better jobs post-degree, highlighting an immediate ROI from the Gies iMSA program.

96% applied the skills directly into their careers

iMSA students engage in projects that address real job challenges and seek advice from peers and faculty, with 96% of graduates effectively applying their iMSA learning in their careers, highlighting the program's high value.

Average 22% salary increase

Gies iMSA graduates see an average salary increase of 22%, significantly highlighting the strong ROI of the iMSA degree in an era of typical 2% raises.

Future of accounting

The accounting industry is projected to grow at 4% year over year. The growth in technology and automation will affect the role of accountants, but overall demand is not expected to decrease according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In fact, it will increase efficiency and make accountants' analytical abilities more prominent.