Program Overview

Mathematics, Professional Mathematics Concentration, B.S.

The Professional Mathematics Concentration (Advanced Mathematics) of the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics in the College of Basic and Applied Sciences provides students with a comprehensive foundation in advanced mathematics at the Undergraduate level.

Program Description

As the technical sophistication of most professions increases, there is a growing need for individuals capable of "speaking the language" of mathematics. Mathematicians increasingly are sought to probe and expand mathematical theory, as engineering and empirical science delve deeper into nature. Individuals also are needed to teach math skills that have expanded into virtually every field. The foundations of our high-tech society rest on mathematics and problem-solving. Every laptop, every smartphone, and every video game console relies on mathematics.

Career Options

Mathematics provides a broad range of career options, and students can find careers in many industries including:

• Government
• Technology
• Insurance
• Healthcare
• Statistics
• Science
• Manufacturing
• Research
• Finance
• Academia

Advanced Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking Skills

The advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills developed can be used to find new solutions to very complex problems. These analytical skills are in high demand, and mathematicians may find themselves in analytical modeling, finance, cryptography, data science, research and development, or other career sectors.

Employment Growth Rate

The U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects that employment for mathematicians and statisticians will grow 33% from now to 2030much faster than the average employment growth rate for other occupations.

Program Options

This program offers four options:

• Mathematics, Professional Mathematics Concentration (Business), B.S.
• Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics Concentration, B.S.
• Mathematics, General Mathematics Concentration, B.S.
• Mathematics, Statistics and Data Analysis Concentration, B.S.

Careers

A degree in Mathematics from MTSU is a sure way to transform being a problem solver into a fulfilling, always-in-demand career. Examples of potential positions include:

• Actuary
• Astrophysicist
• College professor
• Computer programmer
• Controller
• Database manager
• Demographer
• Information scientist
• Inventory control specialist
• Investment researcher
• Mathematical modeler
• Mathematical technician
• Mathematician
• Mathematics Teacher
• Psychometrist
• Statistician
• Systems analyst
• Technical writer

Employers of MTSU Alumni

Employers of MTSU alumni include:

• Bedford County Schools
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
• Bryan, Pendleton, Swats & McAllister, LLC
• Caterpillar Finance
• Cigna
• Columbia State Community College
• David Lipscomb University
• Direct General Group of Companies
• Grundy County Schools
• Humana Inc.
• Motlow State Community College
• Nashville State Community College
• Rutherford County Schools
• Select Actuarial Services
• Tennessee Tech University
• U.S. Army
• Volunteer State Community College
• Walters State Community College
• Wilson County Schools
• Willis North America Inc.

Curriculum

Following is a printable, suggested four-year schedule of courses:

Freshman

• Written Communication 3 credit hours
• Information Literacy 3 credit hours
• Creativity and Cultural Expression 3 credit hours
• Human Society and Social Relationships/Elective 3 credit hours
• Scientific Literacy 4 credit hours
• CSCI/INFS/BIA electives 7 credit hours
• MATH 1910 - Calculus I (Quant Lit)
• MATH 1920 - Calculus II

Sophomore

• Non-Written Communication 3 credit hours
• Scientific Literacy 4 credit hours
• History and Civic Learning 6 credit hours
• Human Society and Social Relationships/Elective 3 credit hours
• MATH 2010 - Elements of Linear Algebra
• MATH 3110 - Calculus III
• MATH 3460 - Foundation of Higher Mathematics
• ECON 2410 - Principles of Economics, Macroeconomics (HSSR)
• ECON 2420 - Principles of Economics, Microeconomics (HSSR)

Junior

• STAT 4190 - Mathematical Statistics II
• Creativity and Cultural Expression Literature 3 credit hours
• Minor or elective courses 6 credit hours
• CSCI/INFS/BIA elective 4 credit hours
• STAT 3150 - Mathematical Statistics I OR MATH 2050 - Probability and Statistics
• ACSI 4200 - Introduction to Mathematics of Investment OR MATH 4200 - Introduction to Mathematics of Investment
• ACTG 3000 - Survey of Accounting for General Business OR ACTG 2110 - Principles of Accounting I AND ACTG 2120 - Principles of Accounting II

Senior

• STAT 4200 - Statistical Methods for Forecasting OR STAT 4360 - Regression Analysis
• MATH 4990 - Seminar in Mathematics
• Creativity and Cultural Expression 3 credit hours
• Minor or elective courses 12 credit hours
• Electives 5 credit hours
• ACSI/STAT electives* 6 credit hours

Degree Requirements

• True Blue Core (TBC) | 41 hours
• Major Requirements | 36 hours
  • Major Core | 21 hours*
  • Business Track | 15 hours
• Supporting Courses | 23 hours
• Electives | 20-29 hours
• TOTAL | 120 hours

Faculty

The faculty members include:

• Carla Adamson
• Dr. Sarah K. Bleiler-Baxter
• Dr. Rebecca Calahan
• Dr. Wandi Ding
• Dr. Melody J. Elrod
• Dr. Lisa Green
• Victoria Hamlin
• Dr. James Hart
• Dr. Rongjin Huang
• Dr. Ameneh Mahrou Kassaee
• Dr. Abdul Khaliq
• Dr. Dovie Kimmins
• Dr. Rachel N. Leander
• Dr. Alyson E. Lischka
• Yanfang Liu
• Dr. Yeqian Liu
• Dr. Jennifer N. Lovett
• Dr. Mary Martin
• Dr. Angie Murdock
• Ginger Holmes Rowell
• John W. Schmidt
• Dr. David Chris Stephens
• Dr. Jeremy Strayer
• Ms. Rebecca Truitt Viglione
• Dr. Forrest Wang
• Dr. Dong Ye
• Dr. Xiaoya Zha
• Dr. Ping Zhang
• Dr. Jan Zijlstra