Careers In Mathematics

Math is the foundation for so many careers. You're learning critical thinking and problem-solving skills that will help you in any field. Take a look at different career opportunities in Mathematics.

As a theoretical mathematician, you'll study and test new mathematical theories. You'll develop new principles and discover relationships between current principles that advance the field. Typically, theoretical mathematicians work at a university, where they teach and do research.

Researcher	Post-Secondary Teacher
K-12 Teacher

You'll use math theories and techniques to solve problems that apply to science, computers, engineering and many other fields. As an applied mathematician, you'll solve problems in industrial research and development and also enhance current mathematical methods.

Programming	Software Development
Information Systems	Systems Analyst
Network Administrator	Technical Training

As an actuary, you'll be essential in the insurance industry assembling and analyzing data to estimate the likely cost in the event of death, sickness, injury, disability or property loss. You'll help design insurance policies, pension plans and other financial strategies.

You'll also be prepared for other roles in the insurance and security fields.

Actuary	Underwriting
Claims Adjusting	Risk Management
Insurance Sales	Financial Sales
Financial Analyst	Credit Analyst

As a statistician, you'll use math to design surveys and experiments. You'll collect, process, analyze data and interpret the results. You can be a statistician in several industries including biology, economics, engineering, medicine, public health, psychology, marketing, education and sports.

Statistician	Operations & Research Analyst
Data Analyst

In the banking industry, you can use your degree in mathematics to assess financial risks, recommend loans, manage a branch and more.

Management	Credit Lending
Trusts	Loans