Mathematics

The Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Mathematics and Finance is an interdisciplinary program integrating the fields of business and mathematics. It provides a foundation for students preparing for careers in a number of fields such as corporate business analytics, project management, investments, financial advising, wealth management, banking, actuarial science, insurance and risk management. The degree also prepares students for graduate programs in applied mathematics, statistics, finance, banking, data analytics, and related fields.

Students will learn how to effectively analyze a business entity's strengths and weaknesses, as well as investigate the opportunities and threats present in the business environment. Students will be able to demonstrate skills related to the data analytics process: data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation, including the ability to clearly present findings to appropriate audiences. Students will develop an understanding of and be able to apply quantitative techniques used to support business decisions.

In addition to the major in Applied Mathematics and Finance, Keuka College mathematics offers support to several other programs. This includes minors in mathematics and applied mathematics, which are valuable complements to many other majors in which quantitative reasoning is important. Mathematics also provides content area knowledge for students majoring in adolescent mathematics education, as well as general education courses for non-mathematics and non-science majors.