STATEMENT OF GOALS AND OBJECTIVES FOR THE MASTER PROGRAM

The Program:

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Bowling Green State University offers three different tracks (pure mathematics, statistics, and scientific computation) for the Master of Arts program, one Master of Science in Applied Statistics program jointly with the Department of Applied Statistics and Operation Research, and one Master of Arts in Teaching program in the field of mathematics. Please see the department webpage for more information.

 1.  M.A. in Pure Mathematics

This track of the M. A. program is designed for students interested in obtaining a broad background in mathematics. By appropriately selecting the core courses, students may pursue for their professional goals in different subjects of pure mathematics with numerous options. Career paths include further graduate work leading to a Ph.D. degree in mathematics, employment in industry or government, and teaching at a two-year college. The written comprehensive exam for this track consists of a three-hour algebra exam and a three-hour analysis exam.

 2.  M.A. in Statistics

This track is planned for students interested in career preparation in the field of statistics or biostatistics. It may serve as a terminal degree or lead to further study towards a Ph.D. in statistics degree. Prospective occupations include statistician/biostatistician in industries such as pharmaceutical companies, financial analyst in actuarial sciences, teacher in statistics. The written comprehensive exam for this track consists of a four-hour probability and statistics exam, and a two-hour subject exam.

 3.  M.A. in Scientific Computation

This track is intended for students interested in applied mathematics. Students choosing this option are expected to have completed courses in linear algebra, advanced calculus, ordinary differential equations, and a programming language such as FORTRAN, C, C++, or Matlab before (or soon after) entry. The written comprehensive exam consists of two three-hour exams based on courses in analysis and applied mathematics.

 M.S. in Applied Statistics

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics and the Department of Applied Statistics and Operations Research jointly offer this degree. The prerequisites for this program include preparation in statistics, linear algebra, and advanced calculus. A student who does not meet all of these requirements may be permitted to enter the program and make up deficiencies during the first year. The written comprehensive examination of this program consists of two four-hour exams, one in applied statistics and the other in mathematical statistics. 

 M.A.T. in Mathematics

The Master of Arts in Teaching in the field of mathematics is aimed for students who plan a teaching career in secondary schools, two-year colleges, or small liberal arts colleges. Admission to the program requires either teaching certification with one year of teaching experience in mathematics or consent of the program supervisor. Individuals who receive the M.A.T. typically go on to assume leadership roles in secondary schools or liberal arts colleges.

Contact Information:

Kit Chan, Chair
John Chen, Graduate Coordinator
Room: 450 Mathematical Sciences Building
Phone: 419-372-2637

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