Why study quantitative methods with social and political sciences?
Quantitative methods underpin effective evidenced-based planning and procedure in the public, private and other sectors. Quantitative Methods (QM) can include anything from the ability to design surveys or experiments to using quantitative evidence from surveys, digital media, archives and open data.
There is currently a deficit of graduates with advanced quantitative skills in the UK, with many employers reporting widespread QM weakness amongst their employees.
It is estimated that by 2018 there will be a shortage of 15k-20K data scientists and up to 1.5m data savvy managers and professional in the US alone (McKinsey).
These degrees equip you with the skills employers tell us they need you to have, opening doors to a wide range of exciting and well remunerated careers including.:
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Project coordinators |
Trade union representatives |
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Lobbyists and activists |
Watchdog analysts |
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Political aides |
Health informatics analysts |
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Fund managers and fundraisers |
Police teams and prison officers |
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Social statisticians |
Local authority strategists |
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Club leaders and charity workers |
Finance and personnel managers |
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Investigative journalists |
Finance and personnel managers |
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Researchers for print, TV and online media |
Neighbourhood planners |
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Government economists |
CEO and industry officials |
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Government statisticians and researchers |
Entrepreneurs |
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Civil Service managers |
Finance managers |
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Pressure groups |
PR and market analysts |
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Politicians |
Management consultants |
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Evidence-based policy makers |
Opinion pollsters |
