Master of Science - Applied Mathematics - Applied and Computational Mathematics

Program Description

The tools and methods of Applied Mathematics are in demand wherever quantitative analysis is used for strategic decision-making. The MS in Applied Mathematics gives students the expertise they need to use those tools and methods in business, industry or government. It also provides a solid foundation for those interested in pursuing a PhD.

For international students: this is a STEM-designated program, which can qualify them to extend their post-graduation stay in the United States.

The Applied and Computational Mathematics concentration is intended for students seeking a career as quantitative analysts, computational scientists, or applied mathematicians, or for those planning to continue the study of applied mathematics at the doctoral level. Students pursuing this concentration are exposed to a variety of mathematical methods, models, and computational tools that find use in science, engineering, business, computer science, and industry.

Students will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the mathematical basis and foundations of probability and statistics necessary to develop and implement appropriate mathematical models.
• Solve a computational problem by using appropriate numerical and statistical procedures with a focus on accuracy, error control, and efficiency.
• Implement a variety of mathematical and statistical structures to model and analyze complex problems.
• Identify, formulate, abstract, and solve mathematical problems using tools from a variety of mathematical areas including calculus, linear algebra, algebra, analysis, probability, and statistics.
• Use computational and statistical software platforms to develop and execute various mathematical procedures and numerical algorithms.
• Communicate mathematical ideas professionally, in verbal and visual form, by using appropriate terminology and notation.