Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2026 - STAT 811 G100

Statistical Consulting I (2)

Class Number: 4618

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 5 – Apr 10, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:50 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

This course is designed to give students some practical experience as a statistical consultant through classroom discussion of issues in consulting and participation in the department's Statistical Consulting Service under the direction of faculty members or the director.

COURSE DETAILS:


This course is designed to give students some practical experience as a statistical consultant.  We will review some non statistical issues that arise in everyday consulting. Students will meet with clients, analyze data sets and produce summary reports.

There will be weekly presentations approximately 15-20 minutes in length on various non statistical issues in consulting.

Data sets will be presented and open class discussion of possible analysis methods will follow.

Prepare a bid for a contract and invoice.

Grading

  • Participation 10%
  • Presentation 10%
  • 3 Summary reports on client meetings including mock invoice 30%
  • Prepare a bid on a real contract 50%

NOTES:

Above grading is subject to change.

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

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Graduate Studies Notes:

Important dates and deadlines for graduate students are found here: http://www.sfu.ca/dean-gradstudies/current/important_dates/guidelines.html. The deadline to drop a course with a 100% refund is the end of week 2. The deadline to drop with no notation on your transcript is the end of week 3.

Registrar Notes:

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.