Meeting the demand for statisticians in UAE: challenges and experiences

Rafiq Hamed Hijazi

Journal of Economic and Administrative Sciences, 2014, vol. 30, issue 1, 45-52

Abstract: Purpose - – The purpose of this paper is to explore the supply of and perceived demand for statisticians in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) over the past decade. Design/methodology/approach - – An exploratory study is conducted to examine the institutional and individual supply of statisticians in the UAE in relation to the perceived demand for such services. Supply data for the study was derived from UAE University, the Statistical Training Center and the Statistical Training Institute on statistics graduates and trainees. Findings - – It was found that the supply of statisticians and trainees from UAE universities and training bodies is falling short of meeting the actual needs of statisticians in UAE. As the demand continues for such services, concerted efforts are needed to identify and implement workable approaches to reduce the gap between supply and demand. This includes stronger collaboration between government agencies and academic institutions to create a genuine partnership utilizing the experience of developed countries in this field. Originality/value - – This study is the first of its kind in the UAE aimed at exploring the arising need for statistical services in the UAE. Recommendations from the study are intended to guide educational policy makers in addressing identified shortages of skilled Emirati statisticians as main contributors in supporting the knowledge-driven economy vision of UAE government.

Keywords: United Arab Emirates; Knowledge-based economy; Statistical training; Statistics education; Supply and demand of statisticians (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2014
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DOI: 10.1108/JEAS-09-2013-0033

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