Wilfrid Laurier University's Financial Mathematics program is structured to teach students mathematics and its financial applications at the same time. These core courses cover many topics that are fundamental to financial mathematics, including:
- Calculus
- Analysis
- Linear algebra
- Differential equations
- Numerical analysis
- Optimization
- Probability theory and statistics
- Stochastic processes
- Stochastic calculus
Students will obtain extensive experience solving real-world problems in financial mathematics and risk management in math labs, where they will use appropriate mathematical and statistical software.
Bachelor of Science (BSc) program is focused on how mathematics is connected with natural, physical and computer sciences.
Management Option:
The fundamentals of business are at the heart of any organization and many careers. While students complete their degree in an Arts, Economics, Science or Music program, this Management Option will provide them with an understanding of the core principles of the business world, including accounting, marketing, human resources, operations, policy, and finance. They will take courses such as Understanding the Business Environment; Introduction to Financial Accounting; Introduction to Microeconomics or Macroeconomics; and Statistics.
