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Entry level education / special licences / warrants
To work as a Mathematician or a Statistician, a qualification at MQF Level 6 or higher in Mathematics (and another subject) or Statistics and Operations Research (and another subject) is required. Training programmes include:
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Mathematics and Statistics and Operations Research (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing Science and Operations Research (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Banking and Finance and Mathematics (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
On-the-job training is typically offered by the employer.
Knowledge and skills
Mathematicians and Statisticians are expected to have:
• Proficiency in Mathematics and Statistics
• Knowledge in statistical analysis techniques
• The ability to analyse data and trends and
link these to real-world events
• The ability to communicate complex messages to an audience with limited or no technical knowledge
• Well-developed research skills, including the ability to recognise and extract relevant concepts and data
Transferable skills should include:
• Written and verbal communication skills in English
• IT skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Time management skills
• The ability to work under pressure and
adhere to tight deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
Additional qualities
These may include:
• A solution-oriented approach
• Accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Creativity
• Critical thinking skills
• Inquisitiveness
• The ability to see the bigger picture
• The ability to think outside the box
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• Market Research Analyst • Quantitative Analyst
• Risk Manager
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