Overview
The Financial Actuarial Mathematics major concerns the applications of mathematics to finance, the actuarial field, and related areas.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Strong mathematical content knowledge of single and multivariate differential and integral calculus, and differential equations
2.
Demonstrated knowledge of how to synthesize material, solve problems, and think abstractly
3.
Familiarity with linear algebra, techniques of proof, and foundations of real analysis
4.
Working knowledge of probability and financial and insurance mathematics at the level needed to pass the first three preliminary actuarial examinations by the Society of Actuaries
5.
Strong content knowledge of the fourth and fifth preliminary examinations.
6.
Familiarity with basic statistical analysis including probability distributions, random variables, survey sampling, testing, data summary, sums of squares principle, testing general linear hypothesis in regression, and inference procedures
7.
Ability to perform basic computer programming, especially in C++