Institute of Applied Statistics and Data Science
Vision:
The vision of the institute is to take a leading role in producing competent graduates in Applied Statistics and Data Science, conducting cutting-edge research, and creating industrial partnerships to address national and global interests and challenges.
Mission:
The mission of the institute is to pursue excellence in Applied Statistics and Data Science education and research and to provide data-driven solutions to industries and stakeholders for the benefit of society.
Objectives: To fulfill the vision and mission, IASDS aims to
(i) Strengthen and update various teaching and training programs at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels to produce graduates with strong theoretical and practical knowledge of Statistics and Data Science in line with the labor market requirements.
(ii) Create an environment conducive to high-quality research in relevant fields.
(iii) Contribute to the advancement of science and technology through interdisciplinary research, jointly with scientists and scholars at the University of Dhaka and other research institutions at home and abroad.
(iv) Contribute to the statistics and data science professions and to the larger scientific community by running quality statistical journals and serving on editorial boards, review panels, and administrative and advisory committees.
(v) Employ high-quality faculty members with diverse research interests.
(vi) Promote the exchange of knowledge and ideas by arranging invited talks regularly in addition to workshops and international conferences.
(vii) Disseminate statistical, programming, and data science knowledge by offering training programs to students of other departments and professionals of various government and private organizations.
(viii) Serve the statistical and data science needs of the University and national bodies by providing consulting services in research, government, business, and industry.
(ix) Produce graduates having strong moral and ethical values, respect for local norms and culture, and exceptional leadership qualities.