Applied mathemics career prospects - Msc enough?

Heremita

Greetings.

Looking for advice and information concerning the job prospects for a person holding a masters degree in applied mathematics - how good are they, and how much more opportunities would a PHD provide?

How many graduates overall continue on to receive their phds?

How do private employers value this degree in relation to each other? Note, that I am not particularly intrested in a academic career. My personal interests lie in the field of engineering.

Basically is there a place in the job market for a masters degree holder?

Thank you.

InternetHuman

Actuarial science, mathematical finance or technical computing/industrial mathematician. Actually you can do much more with a math degree as well, as long as the employer appreciates a "problem-solver".

If your interests lie in engineering, then you should study engineering or seek for a position in an engineering design firm. Although good mathematics skills are useful, you'll need domain knowledge and practice in engineering.

Those who are interested in research and/or university level teaching in mathematics. Math PhD is quite tough, because of the high level of mathematical knowledge needed to contribute to research.