A career in statistics : beyond the numbers / Gerald J. Hahn, Necip Doganaksoy ; contributing authors, Carol Joyce Blumberg [and others]. [electronic resource] Hahn, Gerald J. Doganaksoy, Necip, 1960- Blumberg, Carol Joyce. Statistics Vocational guidance. Statisticians Vocational guidance. Mathematical statistics. Commercial statistics. QA276.17 .H34 2011eb 519.5023 22 Includes bibliographical references (pages 321-329) and index. Print version record. "This book serves as an excellent companion to its predecessor, The Role of Statistics in Business and Industry. In this volume, the authors help readers decide whether a career in statistics is appropriate for them and what to expect once in it. They provide insights into the work environment and how students and entry-level statisticians can best prepare themselves to succeed, offering hints for success in training, career paths, and lifelong learning. This book is a must-have for anyone considering a career in statistics, as well as for faculty who prepare students for such a career"--Provided by publisher. Hoboken, N.J. : Wiley, ©2011. ©2011. 2011 Text 1 online resource (xvii, 340 pages) : http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/book/10.1002/9781118490143 eng Career in statistics. Career in statistics.