2. Emphasis of EMOS master’s programmes to address future challenges
This call invites universities interested in official statistics to join the EMOS network. Applicants can build a new and accredited EMOS master’s programme or add the coursework covering the EMOS learning outcomes to existing relevant master’s programmes.
EMOS master’s programmes need to address the rapidly changing landscape from design‑based production of official statistics to integrating different kinds of data sources, including new data sources. Students will need a blend of different skills to cope with multisource statistics such as classical statistical surveys, administrative data, privately held data, along with associated new statistical production methods that make more frequent use of model-based and algorithm-based estimation techniques. Moreover, future statisticians will need to understand the institutional environment, statistical processes, dimensions of the quality of the statistical outputs with special emphasis on the dissemination aspects, not only in their national contexts but at the European level. Communicating statistical products is evolving with new IT solutions and covers statistical literacy of the entire society, thus requiring strong communication capabilities. EMOS‑labelled programmes should address these future challenges and adapt their pedagogical approach accordingly in order to offer a stimulating learning experience.