Skills – Mathematics: Statistics
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Ability to concentrate for long periods of time
Ability to find computational errors
Ability to make decisions independently
Ability to pay close attention to detail
Ability to think analytically, critically, logically and creatively
Ability to work effectively in a team
Adaptability to different work environments
Analyze, summarize, make inferences and interpret information collected
Application of statistical theories and methods
Aptitude for mathematics and practical business sense
Collect and organize data
Communicate clearly and effectively with a wide variety of people
Develop innovative solutions to problems
Manage time effectively
Methodological approach to problem solving
Planning and organization skills
Present findings in the form of tables and graphs
Technical and non-technical writing
Potential Careers
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Accountant
Actuarist
Appraiser
Auditor
Cartographer
Financial Analyst
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Lawyer
Market Analyst
Meteorologist
Securities Analyst
Statistician
Teacher/Professor
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Relevant Industries and Organizations
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Agriculture Financial Services Corporation
Alberta Cancer Board
Aon Consulting Inc.
ATCO Group
ECO Canada
Golder Associates Ltd.
Gordon B. Lang & Associates Inc.
Great-West Life Assurance Company
ING Insurance Company of Canada
Manulife Financial
Mercer Human Resource Consulting
Statistics Canada
Tower Perrin
University of Calgary