Today, information generation and decision-making processes have become largely data-driven. The collection, analysis, and interpretation of this data using scientific methods form the foundation of statistics. Directly linked to many disciplines such as health, engineering, economics, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, education, and the social sciences, statistics is an indispensable component of the modern world.

The Department of Statistics at Necmettin Erbakan University's Faculty of Science aims to cultivate individuals who can transform data into information, possess analytical thinking skills, and adhere to ethical values. The department equips students with the skills to apply theoretical statistical knowledge to practice, effectively use statistical software, and participate in interdisciplinary projects.

Graduates of the department can find employment opportunities in a wide range of fields, including public institutions, the private sector, banking and insurance, healthcare services, manufacturing, marketing, data analytics, and artificial intelligence-based system development. They also have the opportunity to pursue academic careers and pursue scientific research and teaching activities.

The department's mission is: Our mission is to cultivate individuals who are committed to the universal principles of statistics, contribute to data-based decision-making processes, are inquisitive, innovative, and create value for society. Our vision is to be a leading academic unit recognized nationally and internationally, distinguished by the quality of our research and education, playing an active role in interdisciplinary studies, and shaping the future with advanced statistics and data science applications.