How good is the IGNOU Course: Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics (PGDAST)?

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    jasveer singh | Contributor-Level 9

    2 years ago
    Hi
    This programme is especially useful for the working professionals in R&D and Quality Control divisions in core and software Industries, Commerce, Pharmaceutical and Management departments of various Universities/Institutes, who are interested in updating their knowledge in Statistics
    The scope is good. But Nowadays, Pursuing a Master's Degree after Undergraduation will help you gain much success and a brightful career. So, Do your graduation from IGNOU and then pursue your Master's from a Regular University. Good Luck !
    List of Best IGNOU PG Diploma Courses to pursue:
    Post Graduate Diploma in International Business Operations (PGDIBO)
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    Deeksha Dixit | Contributor-Level 10

    2 years ago
    The IGNOU offers a one-year Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Statistics.
    1. The Diploma course is offered in correspondence mode, which makes it an inclusive course for working professionals.
    2. The course fee is just Rs. 7,600, making it affordable compared to other courses.
    3. The course content is of high quality and is valued in the job industry.
    4. The explanations of concepts in the PGDAST coursebooks are reader-friendly, and any graduate can easily understand them.
    5. The course content is typically beneficial for obtaining job-related Statistics applications such as those for data scientists and analysts. You may prefer this cou
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    John Matthews

    2 years ago
    Indira Gandhi National Open University IGNOU is a reputable institution and offers a wide range of courses, including the Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics (PGDAST). The PGDAST course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of applied Statistics and its applications in various fields such as agriculture, economics, finance, and social sciences. The course covers topics such as Probability theory, statistical inference, statistical models, and data analysis. The course also includes a project work that allows students to apply their knowledge to real-world problems. The course has been well received
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