Mathematics

Degree offered at: Campbellsville

Purpose of the Mathematics Major

The purpose of the Mathematics Major is to promote competency in the calculus, algebraic structures, and function theory with applications. This program is designed to encourage academic excellence while preparing students for life-long learning and continued scholarship in mathematics. Upon completion of the mathematics program, our graduates will be prepared to

(1) enter the job market in mathematics or a related field and/or
(2) engage in graduate study in mathematics or a related field.

 

Problem-Solvers in the Workplace

Contrary to any popular misconceptions, teaching is not the only career option
for those earning a bachelor’s degree in mathematics. In fact, a math degree is both versatile and marketable. Even if a graduate never again constructs a rigorous proof, the problem-solving skills that one acquires and hones during their academic tenure are highly valued—and financially rewarded! A mathematics degree offers opportunity and options, for a graduate is sure to find their careers in a variety of professional settings, public or private, of which several are listed below.

Careers in Math

• Actuary
• College or University Math Professor
• Cryptographer
• Data Analyst
• Data Scientist
• Engineer
• Finance Careers
• Information Security Careers
• Investment Banking Analyst
• Management Consultant
• Mathematician
• NSA (cryptography, data mining, coding)
• Operations Research Analyst
• Process Engineer
• Project Manager
• Quality Assurance Manager
• Software Developer
• Statistician

 

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