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Applied Mathematics or Statistics

Kcdw96 — Sun, 17 Jul 2016 15:51:10 +0800

Dear all,

I am going to begin my university studies soon and still undecided which field I hope to major in, applied math or statistics. I am planning to take up a second major in economics.

After researching on this topic online and seeking the opinion of others, I am of the impression that a statistics major is more employable, especially if I further specialize in biostatistics.

On the other hand, as I hope to pursue a second major in econs, some economists feel that a vigorous mathematical training provided by an applied math major would better prepare me for uni econs, especially if I plan to pursue graduate studies. I read that some employers (banks, consultancy firms, etc.) prefer mathematicians over statisticians as the theorems and proofs more emphasized in a math degree helps to train one's logical and problem solving skills, as compared to statistics which places more emphasis on the technical use of math in modelling and data analysis.

However, as I can safely say that in terms of intellect, I am no where near the top 1-2% but i feel that perhaps I am around the top 10-15% of Malaysian students. Hence, I do not know if the so called training to improve my logical and analytical skills provided by a mathematics background would do me any good as these employers would likely only hire the top 5% of students.

On the other hand, as a technical subject, I am sure it would be easier for me to seek gainful employment as a statistician

As for my future career plans, I hope to either venture into academia (lecturer/professor) in hopefully a good uni like NUS, Melbourne or the better unis in the UK, or else go into finance or consultancy. However, if given the chance (scholarship), I would definitely hope to pursue graduate studies in econs in UK or US.

I also plan to try to self study and pass the 9 fundamental acca papers in 4 years before i graduate, to improve my employability as I am planning to use accountancy as a fallback in case the above plans fall through

Would appreciate advice from anyone out there, regardless of your background, profession or what you studied/studying now. Thank you!

CIMB JOB APPLICATION

Kcdw96 — Sun, 03 Jul 2016 18:01:46 +0800

Hi, does anyone have any experience with the cimb online test used for their employment screening?

If yes, can you please share your experiences (structure, tips, etc)? Thank you!

CIMB ASEAN SCHOLARSHIP

Kcdw96 — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 15:17:58 +0800

Anyone applied for this and received news already? So far, no news for me and they said they will email shortlisted applicants towards the end of June.

Just wondering anyone received any notification from them already?

A level books/pyq for sale (Physics,Econs,Acc,Law)

Kcdw96 — Wed, 01 Jun 2016 20:35:11 +0800

All prices are negotiable. Books are photocopied unless stated otherwise. PM me for details and purchases

Past year questions. 1 set (Questions + Answers) for RM 18

1. Economics P1 2002-2012
2. Economics P2 2002-2012
3. Economics P3 2002-2013
4. Economics AS (2003-2011) Suggested Answers by Brickfields College. Contains full ans for essays, very useful
5. accounting P1 2002-2013

Books

1. Economics Fifth Edition Alain Anderton - RM25
2. Economics AS/A Level Revision Guide, Terry Cook, Hodder Education - RM 10
3. Economics for the IB Diploma, Ellie Tragakes, Cambridge - RM25
4. A Level Econs A2 Notes - RM 5 (Free with any purchase of the above Econs books)
5. International AS/A level Physics, Chris Mee, Mike Crundell, Brian Arnold, Wendy Brown - RM25
6. International AS/A Level Physics revision guide, Richard Woodside, Hodder Education (ORIGINAL BOOK)- RM 40 (Ori Price 90+)
7. CIE AS AND A LEVEL COURSEBOOK SOCIOLOGY - RM25
8 English Legal System, 7 th edition, Jacqueline Martin, Hodder Education -RM15
9. English Legal System Q & A series, Gary slapper, DAvid Kelly, Cavendish Publishing - RM15
10. AS LAW EXAM REVISION NOTES, Emma Bradbury, Caroline Rowlands, Philip Allan Updates - RM 8 (Free with Purchase of Items 8 and 9 )
11. SAT I Study Guides (Math, Reading, Writing). Old format, selling at very discounted price -RM 15
SAT MATH SUBJECT TEST LEVEL 1 OFFICIAL &2 STUDY GUIDE, COLLEGE BOARD (ORIGINAL BOOK BUT SLIGHTLY USED - PENCIL MARKINGS) - RM10
12. Practice and Pass Professional LNAT -RM 10
13. OCR Economics for AS, Colin Bamford, Cambridge -RM10
14. Edexcel P1+ P2 + M1 revision book - RM8
15. Singapore A Level Economics Essay Library, Redspot Publishing - RM20 (Must buy, very useful, provides full answers to common essay questions)
16. A LEVEL Economics Answer Plans, Patrick Lim, Success Publications ORIGINAL BOOK - RM18 (PROVIDES OUTLINE OF COMMON ESSAYS, MUST HAVE)
17. Q&A STPM CHEM TERM 1, PELANGI PUBLICATIONS -RM10, Original book, original price 17.90. Provides full answers and explanations to MCQ and Structured Questions arranged by topics

Please PM Me if you wish to purchase, thanks

A level books/pyq for sale (Physics,Econs,Acc,Law)

Kcdw96 — Wed, 01 Jun 2016 20:18:19 +0800

Projek STG

Kcdw96 — Wed, 04 May 2016 00:20:14 +0800

What is this exactly?

More importantly, how does this scam people~

Cause I read a number of fb posts promoting this, promising a few k passive income bla bla bla. When something is too good to be true, it probably isn't. No such thing as free and easy money in Malaysia! (besides 4D haha)

Tried googling but so far everything I came across are supposed testimonials

SMU APPLICATION AY 2016-17

Kcdw96 — Mon, 04 Apr 2016 14:10:13 +0800

Anyone applied for Singapore Management University?

NUS APPLICATIONS AY 2016/17

Kcdw96 — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 22:09:41 +0800

Hi everyone!

Seeing that there hasn't been a thread set up for this, here you are!!