Financial Mathematics, BA/BS

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Curtis J. Bacon (Business) 541-552-6487, bacon@sou.edu
Daniel Kim (Mathematics) 541-552-6580, kimd@sou.edu

Many sectors of business require strong quantitative analytical training. The Financial Mathematics co-major provides students with training in both areas.

Students should plan their programs carefully with advisors from both the Department of Mathematics and the School of Business.

Requirements for the Major

(98-100 credits)

1.

Complete the requirements specified for both mathematics and business as shown below. No more than one of the math requirements may be met with a grade below C-. Financial Mathematics co-majors are required to maintain a 2.5 GPA in all business courses.

2.

All Financial Mathematics majors must complete a Capstone Experience (BA 499 or MTH 490 ). Students must consult their department advisors to determine the exact nature of the capstone experience.

Mathematics Requirements

(42 credits)

MTH 243 - Introduction to Statistical Methods 4 credits
MTH 251 - Calculus I 4 credits
MTH 252 - Calculus II 4 credits
MTH 253 - Calculus III 4 credits
MTH 281 - Calculus IV 4 credits
MTH 290 - Mathematical Perspectives 2 credits
MTH 321 - Differential Equations 4 credits
MTH 361 - Statistical Methods I 4 credits
Choose two topics from any of:
MTH 421 - Topics in Applied Mathematics 4 credits each
or
MTH 461 - Statistical Methods II 4 credits each

Choose one from:

MTH 261 - Linear Algebra 4 credits
or
BA 285 - Advanced Business Applications: Excel 4 credits
or
A third topic from any of:
MTH 461 - Statistical Methods II 4 credits each
or
MTH 421 - Topics in Applied Mathematics 4 credits each

Business Requirements

(40 credits)

BA 131 - Business Computer Applications 4 credits
BA 211 - Financial Accounting 4 credits
BA 213 - Managerial Accounting 4 credits
BA 330 - Principles of Marketing 4 credits
BA 374 - Principles of Management 4 credits
BA 385 - Principles of Finance 4 credits
BA 470 - Financial Markets and Institutions 4 credits
BA 471 - Financial Management 4 credits
BA 472 - Investments 4 credits
BA 473 - International Financial Management 4 credits

Economics Requirements

(12 credits)

EC 201 - Principles of Microeconomics 4 credits
EC 202 - Principles of Macroeconomics 4 credits
EC 376 - Intermediate Macroeconomics 4 credits

Capstone Requirement

(4-8 credits)

Choose one of the following capstone experiences in consultation with your advisor to assure a Financial Mathematics emphasis:
BA 499 - Business Planning 4 credits
or
MTH 490 - Senior Colloquium 2 to 4 credits (minimum 6 credits required)