Integrate relevant scientific background to design experimental and observational studies in biomedical, clinical and public health research;
Use statistical computer packages to organize, analyze and report collected data;
Apply basic probability theory and standard statistical methods to biomedical, clinical and public health research problems;
Review and critique statistical methods and interpretations presented in published research studies, presentations or reports; and
Communicate the results of statistical studies both in writing and orally to investigators and lay community members.

Concentration Competencies for the MS Degree

Upon graduation, a student with the MS degree in Biostatistics will be able to:

Apply probability and statistical methods to design experimental and observational studies in biomedical, clinical and public health research;
Use probability and statistical theory to identify appropriate methods of analysis;
Conduct appropriate statistical analysis of data to solve medical and public health problems;
Use a variety of statistical computer packages; and
Communicate the results of statistical studies both in writing and orally to investigators and lay community members.

Concentration Competencies for the PhD Degree

Upon graduation, a student with the PhD degree in Biostatistics will be able to:

Integrate relevant scientific background to design experimental and observational studies in biomedical, clinical and public health research;
Use statistical computer packages to organize, analyze and report collected data;
Demonstrate understanding of fundamental probability theory and statistical models to solve public health research questions;
Apply new and existing probability and statistical theory to address public health or medical problems;
Develop new statistical methodologies to solve new biomedical, clinical and public health research problems;
Conduct complex statistical analyses for a broad range of applications;
Review and critique statistical methods and interpretations presented in published research studies, presentations or reports;
Communicate the results of statistical studies both orally and in writing to senior statisticians and other investigators; and
Provide leadership for a team working on statistical analysis.

Upon graduation, a student with the DrPH degree in Biostatistics will be able to:

Critically analyze statistical methodology in scientific literature;
Design experimental and observational studies in biomedical, clinical and public health research;
Implement, and be able to supervise statistical design of a broad range of biomedical, clinical and public health studies in diverse settings;
Conduct complex statistical analyses for a broad range of applications;
Communicate the results of statistical studies both orally and in writing to senior statisticians and other investigators, and lay audiences; and
Provide leadership for a cross-disciplinary team working on the design and/or analysis of a research study.

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