The College of Arts and Sciences:

Applied Mathematics and Statistics

What is the most efficient way to schedule airline routes between cities? How are the effects and safety of new drugs evaluated? What are the aerodynamic characteristics of experimental cars?

These questions, and other real-world problems, can all be solved by applying mathematical methods and reasoning.

The Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics and Statistics requires 10 courses of in-depth study in the field of mathematics, to complement the business and liberal arts core courses. The program provides students with the reasoning and problem-solving skills necessary to be successful in an array of industries.

The Bachelor of Science with a major in Applied Mathematics and Statistics

Mathematics and statistics are part of daily life, but they are also the foundation for a wide range of careers. Whether you want to analyze marketing data, administer an auction, or work in government, the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Applied Mathematics and Statistics provides students a range of skills and broad knowledge required to solve real-world problems through the application of mathematical principles.

Students in both the Applied Mathematics and Statistics and Actuarial Mathematics majors take the same core courses during their first two years at Bryant, so they have the flexibility to switch from one program to the other in their junior year.

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Courses

In addition to the Bachelor of Science degree requirements, the major in Applied Mathematics and Statistics requires:

• Actuarial Statistics I
• Actuarial Statistics II
• Linear Algebra
• Capstone Seminar in Applied Mathematics and Statistics
• Major Electives (choose 6 of the following):
  • Discrete Structures
  • Actuarial Statistics III or Statistics II
  • Software Applications
  • SAS Programming and Applied Statistics
  • Advanced Probability
  • Mathematics of Finance, Insurance, and Pensions
  • Applied Data Mining
  • Elementary Number Theory
  • Statistical and Mathematical Decision Making
  • Multivariate Statistics
  • Special Topics in Mathematics
  • Directed Study in Mathematics
  • Econometrics

For complete course descriptions, please refer to the course catalog. Courses are listed in alphabetical order.

Minor in Mathematics

Mathematical and analytical skills are applicable to all fields. Students who minor in mathematics will focus on problem solving. Many of the courses emphasize the use of technology and include various computer software programs that may not be covered in other courses.

Opportunities After Graduation

Students are well prepared to enter a range of industries upon graduation, including:

• Consulting
• Government
• Arts
• Education
• Manufacturing
• Insurance
• Financial Services

For More Information

To learn more about the Bachelor of Science with a major in Applied Mathematics and Statistics, please contact:

Alan Olinsky, PhD
Professor
Department of Mathematics
aolinsky@bryant.edu