Why not get a Master's in Statistics?

PLUS what you can expect from your boy Chris moving forward

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Christian Gardner
September 26, 2022

Why I'm Getting My Master's in Applied Statistics (And you should too)

Like many people (and I'm sure most of you reading this), I dream of being a Data Scientist. However, like many I also wasn't sure the best path to reach this goal. I'm assuming that is why you watch my content in the first place.

I think I've FINALLY figured out the secret..

The secret to getting your dream job goes like this:

  1. Get a degree in a relevant area (CS, Statistics, Math, etc.)

  2. Get relevant industry experience (internship, research position, entry level position)

  3. This is where things get weird. You can EITHER work your way up the ranks and hopefully pick up the ML and Data skills to get into a Data Science role. OR you can try to speed up the process with a graduate level degree.

As you can tell by the title of this article, I am going for the second option. However I think I am positioning myself EVEN BETTER than just getting a Master's Degree.

I currently work for a great healthcare/insurance company and am very well liked by manager's and directors. I have been promised a full time position after I graduate in Dec. of this year. They also offer a great program where if you are pursuing a relevant graduate level program, they will help pay for it.

What does this mean for you (and me)?

This is simply the best option in my opinion. I am going to be getting REAL experience in my full time position in Data Analytics. I am also going to be LEARNING relevant skills through my Master's degree.

The best part?

I will be getting my education virtually FREE of charge.

So if you guys are SERIOUS about getting a job in Data, seriously consider going this route. I see a lot of data science positions looking for a Master's degree anyways, and this route gives you experience, education, and (my favorite part) MONEY.

TLDR: Find an entry level position that helps you pay for your Master's degree to speed up you career progression.

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