101 Careers in Mathematics (Classroom Resource Materials) by Sterrett, Andrew

Read the biographical essays written by individuals who have gotten exciting, well-paying jobs by preparing themselves with a solid background in the mathematical sciences. Your students will see how these individuals use their mathematical sciences training on a daily basis in their work, often relying on the general problem-solving skills they have acquired in their mathematics courses. Those who studied statistics & computer science as well as mathematics, tell how their training in these disciplines helped them advance in their careers. The degrees earned by these authors range from bachelors to masters to the PhD, in approximately equal numbers. Many with a bachelors degree in mathematics have earned graduate degrees in a related field, often statistics or computer science. Students should not overlook the articles in the Appendix that are reprinted from the MAAs magazine for students, Math Horizons. These articles provide valuable advice on looking for a job & the expectations of industry.

Author: Sterrett, Andrew

Language: English

Edition: First Edition

Binding: Paperback

Pages: 260

Publisher: Mathematical Assn of Amer

Publication Date: 1996-09-01