UP School of Statistics
| UP School of Statistics Paaralan ng Estadistika | |
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| Established | 1953 |
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| Type | University of the Philippines System College (officially Degree-Granting Unit) |
| Dean | Prof. Erniel B. Barrios, Ph.D |
| Former Name | UP Statistical Center |
| College Secretary | Prof. Josefina V. Almeda |
| Location | Magsaysay Street, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines |
| Website | UP School of Statistics Website |
History
The School of Statistics was established in 1953 as the Statistical Training Center, then later as Statistical Center under a bilateral agreement between the Government of the Philippines and the United Nations. Its primary objective then was to work towards the improvement of statistical services in government. Ten years later, the Center was formally turned over to the University of the Philippines in 1964, the U.P. Board of Regents approved the Bachelor of Science (Statistics) program of the Center. The B.S. (Statistics) program was implemented beginning AY 1967-1968. [1]
In 1998, the Statistical Center changed its name to School of Statistics in order to reflect its expanded character of a degree-granting institution. At present, the School of Statistics offers one undergraduate program and three graduate programs. These are B.S. (Statistics) program, the Master of Science (MOS) program, M.S. (Statistics) program and the Ph.D. (Statistics) program. Through these programs, the School of Statistics has produced numerous distinguished statisticians in various profession and is widely recognized as the primary source of statistical expertise for the Philippine Statistical System and Industry. [2]
It has since grown into a degree-granting institution whose mission is to advance the development and maintenance of a high level of efficiency in statistical activities in the country and in the Asia-Pacific Region through its academic programs, research and extension services. At present, it is the only CHED Center of Excellence in Statistics in the country. It has produced numerous distinguished statisticians in various sectors, both here and abroad. Alumni hold key positions in the Asia-Pacific Region. [3]
Academic Programs
Undergraduate programs
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Statistics
The BS Statistics program is a four-year course that provides students with a sound understanding of statistical methods – their underlying theories and their applications. It aims to prepare the students for immediate work as statisticians in government, industry, and research institutions. The program also aims to provide students with a good foundation in pursuing graduate studies in statistics or other related fields.
The program equips students with the necessary skills to design studies, analyze data, manage and process data using a variety of software packages, and communicate the results of the study to the end-users. This provides the graduates of the program with professional flexibility and exciting opportunities for rewarding careers in different fields such as business analytics, biostatistics, market research, econometrics, actuarial science, official statistics, development studies, statistical computing, and programming.[4]
Graduate Programs
Master of Statistics (M.O.S)
The Master of Statistics program aims to produce practitioners who are knowledgeable with statistical methodologies and capable of the practice of general statistics and in some key areas.[5] The MOS program also aims to prepare the students to meet the needs of industry and government for statistical personnel at the supervisory level. The students are provided with a sound understanding of statistical concepts and methods and their applications. The MS and the PhD programs aim to improve the quality of graduates and prepare them for jobs not only in the academe and in research but also in one or more of the following areas: business, economics, industry, social science, natural sciences, among others.[6]
Master of Science (M.S.) in Statistics
The MS Statistics program prepares its graduates for advanced level work in the profession as well as provides them the necessary foundation for high quality PhD work both in the theoretical and practical aspects.[7]
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Statistics
The Doctor of Philosophy in Statisrics is a graduate program which provides students with advanced background in statistics to enable them to participate in the development of statistical methods. Emphasis is placed on training in basic research. [8]Seminar and reading courses are incorporated into the PhD program, besides lecture courses, in order to meet the individual requirements of the student's program of research.[9]
Administration and Faculty
School of Statistics
College Officials[10]
- Prof. Erniel B. Barrios, Ph.D. - Dean
- Prof. Josefina V. Almeda - College Secretary
- Prof. Joselito C. Magadia , Ph.D. - Director for Graduate Studies
- Prof. Genelyn Ma. F. Sarte - Director for Undergraduate Studies
- Prof. Dennis S. Mapa, Ph.D.- Director for Research
- Prof. Francisco N. De los Reyes - Director for Extension Services
- Prof. Jeffry T. Tejada, Ph.D. - Director for Statistical Computing and Consulting Laboratory
- Prof. Wendell Q. Campano - Faculty Assistant, Statistical Computing and Consulting Laboratory
Faculty[11]
Professors
- BARRIOS, Erniel B., Ph.D.
- BERSALES, Lisa Grace S., Ph.D
- REY, Reynaldo Romualdo, Ph.D.
- TABUNDA, Ana Maria L., Ph.D.
Associate Professors
- MAGADIA, Joselito C., Ph.D.
- MAPA, Dennis S., Ph.D
- SARTE, Genelyn Ma. F.
- TEJADA, Jeffry, Ph.D
Assistant Professors
- ALMEDA, Josefina V.
- CAMPANO, Wendell Q.
- CAPISTRANO, Therese G.
- CAYTON, Peter Julian A.
- CRISTOBAL, Cherryanne Y.
- DAQUIS, John Carlo
- DE LOS REYES, Francisco N.
- GIRON, Maureen Dinna D.
- JAVELOSA, Mark Anthony U.
- LABINA, Charlie S.
- LANSANGAN, Joseph Ryan G.
- NALICA, Angela D.
- PATUNGAN, Welfredo R., Ph.D.
- PUNZALAN, Joyce Raymond B.
- SANTOS, Kevin Carl P.
- SOTTO, Christina Remedios L.
Instructors
- ALBIS, Manuel Leonard F.
- GAURAN, Iris Ivy
- LUCAGBO, Michael Daniel
- NABIA, Jovel
- RIGONAN, Madel
- YAP, Ma. Regina Pauline
Facilities and Services
U.P. Stat Library
The School maintains one of the best statistics libraries in the country, with new titles continuously being added to its already sizable collection. It subscribes to 25 titles of foreign statistical journals, including the on-line version of databases of journal compilations the University subscribe to.[12]
The U.P. School of Statistics Library is a college library which gives bibliographic and reference support to the school's program of academic in service training, research and consultation. Its collection is limited to statistics and related fields like demography, economics, computer programming, social survey, etc. The library is located at the north wing of the new building of the School of Statistics (old CSWCD Building). It is open for service from 8:30 am to 12:00 nn. and 1:00 pm to 6:00pm every weekdays and from 8:00 am to 12:00 nn. during Saturdays. Library privileges are accorded to all faculty alumni and regular students of the University of the Philippines and to all government officials and employees subject to existing library rules and regulations.[13]
When the Statistical Center was established in December 1953 by virtue of an agreement concluded between the Philippine Government and the United Nations, one of the basic provisions of this Agreement was the maintenance and supervision of an adequate statistical library. Thus, the Statistical Center Library was Founded. From its initial collection of 500 books, which was largely a result of donations from the United Nations Technical Assistance Administration and from other agencies both local and abroad, the library has sought to strengthen and expand its collection through the years.
This challenging task was first entrusted to UP College Manila librarian, Perla Palacsil who was at the same time librarian-in-charge of the College of Public Administration and the UP Extension Division Davao library. She was also assisted by Mrs. Asuncion De Chavez, assistant-in-charge regarding the maintenance and servicing of the Statistical Center Library. Moreover, the UP College Manila staff, including student assistants, serviced not only UPCM library was overcrowding and lack of space. The STC Library, housed at Rizal Hall, shared space with five other unit libraries -- UPCM library itself, Public Administration, Population Institute, Local Government Center and the Philippine Executive Academy.
Hence in 1979 the SCT Library collection was temporarily and jointly housed with the College of Business Administration collection at the 1st floor of the new CBA building in Diliman and at the Reserve-Circulation Section at the 5th floor. The combined resources of the Business and Statistical Center libraries were organized into a BS/STC collection and housed in the 1st floor of the Business library. The collection was designed to meet the curricular and research requirement of graduate and undergraduate students, faculty members, staff and alumni of both colleges.[14]
The resources of the Library are divided into the following categories:
- COMPUTERIZED SEARCH
- Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC)
- INTERNET SERVICES
- e-Lib's Website
- ONLINE SUBSRCIPTIONS
- PROQUEST Academic Reserach Library Group'
- Asia Pacific Limited (ACM Digital Libraries;
- ACS Journals, AIP/APS Journals, etc.)
- REFERENCE BOOKS
- CIRCULATION BOOKS
- RESERVE BOOKS
U.P. Statistical Computing and Consulting Laboratory
The U.P. School of Statistics' Statistical Computing and Consulting Laboratory houses powerful computers equipped with the latest statistical software like SAS, SPSS, Stata, Eviews, and Minitab. [15]It is composed of three laboratories: Computer Labs 1 and 2, where classes are usually held; and the Faculty Lab, where the U.P. Stat Faculty members usually do consultation and other academic-related work. There are 24 computers in Computer Lab 1, 23 computers in Computer Lab 2 and 3 computers in the Faculty Lab. Undergraduate classes such as Statistics 124 (Introduction to Programming) and Statistics 125 (Applications Software and Software Packages), as well as some graduate classes are usually held at Computer Lab 1.[16]
New UP School of Statistics Building[17]
As the School of Statistics approaches 60th year in 2013, a new building will be constructed to accommodate the growing population of students and the expanding research activities of the faculty. The 4-storey complex will be divided in two phases.
Phase 1 will accommodate classrooms, library, computer laboratories, conference rooms, and faculty rooms.
Phase 2 will include additional classrooms, training rooms, discussion rooms (for graduate students and study groups), research support facilities, two 150-seater lecture halls, 400-seater auditorium, student area, and cafeteria.
At present, the Architectural and Engineering Design (AED) is being developed and is due in April 2012. Construction of Phase 1 will start within 2012 to be completed by 2013.
In the meantime, the School will temporarily hold classes and offices in another building starting second semester AY 2012-2013 to give way for the construction of the building in the same site along Magsaysay Avenue.
UP School of Statistics Students Organizations
UP School of Statistics Student Council (UPSSSC)
MISSION AND VISION: A student body which caters the needs and represents the ideals of the students, maintains harmonious relationship within the School of Statistics and other sectors of the UP Community, and engenders a holistic and pro-active studentry that promotes appreciation in the field of Statistics by formulating and conducting coherent activities that foster camaraderie among the members of the community.[18]
The Council (AY 2011-2012):
- Chairperson: Kier Martin B. Bolanos
- Vice-Chairperson: Angela Grace T. Lugtu
- Stat Representatite to the USC: Kathleen Kay M. Lentija
- Batch Representatives:
- First Year: Chriselle F. Pablo
- Second Year: Nina Rose S. Lucero
- Third Year: Gelli Anne Q. Sadsad
- Fourth Year: Gemma Marie B. Caban
- Councilors:
- Education and Research: Michael Van B. Supranes
- Finance: Nikki Eala S. Costales
- Marketing: Patricia Ann S. Concepcion
- Public Relations: Maricar C. Moreno
- Publicity: Jose Lorenzo C. Capistrano
- Sports, Culture and Arts: Dexter Eric P. Tan
- Secretariat: Stephanie P. Avelino
- Social Consciousness: Stephen Jun Villejo
- Faculty Adviser: Prof. John Carlo P. Daquis, Assistant Professor
UP Statistical Society
main article: University of the Philippines Statistical Society
UP Variates
main article: University of the Philippines Variates
The University of the Philippines Variates is a duly recognized socio-academic organization in UP Diliman.
Directory[19]
'Address: Magsaysay St., University of the Philippines, Diliman
Telephone Numbers: (+632) 929-2875 / (+632) 981-8500 local 3503
Telefax Number: (+632) 928-0881
Email Address: updstat@yahoo.com / stat@up.edu.ph
Official Links
- UP Diliman
- University of the Philippines System
- Statistical Research and Training Center
- National Statistical Coordination Board
- National Statistics Office
- University of the Philippines Statistical Center Research Foundation
References
- ↑ UP School of Statistics. About the School
- ↑ UP School of Statistics. About the School
- ↑ UP School of Statistics Brochures
- ↑ Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Statistics Program
- ↑ Master of Statistics (MOS) Program
- ↑ MOS Program
- ↑ Master of Science (M.S) in Statistics Program
- ↑ PhD Statistics Program
- ↑ Doctor of Philosophy in Statistics Program
- ↑ UP School of Statistics College Officials
- ↑ [http://stat.upd.edu.ph/faculty.htm UP School of Statistics Faculty
- ↑ UP School of Statistics Facilities and Services
- ↑ School of Statistics Library
- ↑ History of the UP School of Statistics Library
- ↑ UP School of Statistics Facilities and Services
- ↑ UP School of Statistics Computer Laboratory
- ↑ New School of Statistics Building
- ↑ EIGENVECTOR- - The Official Website of UP School of Statistics Student Council
- ↑ UP School of Statistics Directory
