Mathematical Sciences Concentration in Actuarial Science
A concentration in Actuarial Science prepares students for a career in the actuarial field. Actuaries are in great demand by the insurance, financial services and consulting industries. Graduates are recruited for leadership development in top insurance companies. An Actuarial Science concentration provides extensive preparation for the first two actuarial exams (exam P and exam FM), initial preparation for the third (exam M) and all of the necessary VEE (Validation by Educational Experience) credit. In addition, qualified students will have the opportunity to pursue an internship in actuarial sciences for additional credit.
Foundational courses
- MA131 Calculus I
- MA139 Calculus II
- MA233 Calculus III
- MA239 Linear Algebra
Application Courses
- MA243 Discrete Probability
- MA252 Mathematical Statistics
- MA263 Continuous Probability for Risk Management
- MA335 Financial Calculus
- MA343 Discrete Option Pricing
- MA310 Actuarial Topics in Probability and Risk Management
- MA357 Interest Theory
Courses that have been approved by the Society of Actuaries for VEE credit:
- VEE Economics: EC111 and EC112
- VEE Applied Statistical Methods: MA252
- VEE Corporate Finance: (GB301 and MA335) or (FI320 and FI380)
Additional Recommended Courses
- FI327 Insurance and Risk Management
- MA421 Honors Internship in Mathematics (Actuarial Science)
