Incoming Applied Math Major- Advice

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The discussion centers on the academic path of an incoming Applied Mathematics major at the Virginia Military Institute (VMI). Participants emphasize the importance of computer science (CompSci) as a valuable skill for future careers in analysis, particularly in financial institutions. They suggest that while a minor in Business could be beneficial, taking courses in CompSci and Physics may provide a stronger foundation for graduate studies in Engineering, CompSci, or Statistics. Overall, the consensus is to focus on the undergraduate experience before worrying about graduate school.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of the VMI Applied Mathematics curriculum
  • Basic knowledge of CompSci principles
  • Familiarity with business analysis concepts
  • Awareness of graduate program requirements in Engineering and Statistics
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the role of CompSci in financial analysis careers
  • Explore the benefits of a Business minor for Applied Mathematics majors
  • Investigate graduate program prerequisites for Engineering and Statistics
  • Review the VMI math curriculum for relevant coursework
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Incoming college students, particularly those majoring in Applied Mathematics, as well as academic advisors and professionals in financial analysis or engineering fields.

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Hey guys, I've taken a long break from the forum by I've decided on a college and major. I'm attending the Virginia Military Institute as an Applied Mathematics major. I had some questions about where to go from here:

This is a link to the math curriculum: http://vmi.catalog.acalog.com/preview_program.php?catoid=11&poid=541&returnto=333 . How does it look in terms of skills needed for grad school or the workforce?

I was interested in possibly doing analysis for companies or financial institutions. For this, would I be best served getting a minor in Business, or taking classes in Physics and CompSci?

Could this track lead to a Masters in Engineering, CompSci, or Statistics?

Any advice in general?

Thanks so much!
 
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I don't have any advice for you, but I have seen some video's of that school, it is intense! Good luck to you! Are you intending to serve?
 
TheKracken said:
I don't have any advice for you, but I have seen some video's of that school, it is intense! Good luck to you! Are you intending to serve?

I am on Army ROTC scholarship, but I can opt out after a year. Not positive if I want to serve or not. Thank you!
 
NextElement said:
This is a link to the math curriculum: http://vmi.catalog.acalog.com/preview_program.php?catoid=11&poid=541&returnto=333 . How does it look in terms of skills needed for grad school or the workforce?
looks pretty typical. for grad school, it's going to depend on what you want to research. whatever that will be, you'll orient you undergrad to suit that (don't worry about this now if you haven't taken any of those classes listed).

NextElement said:
I was interested in possibly doing analysis for companies or financial institutions. For this, would I be best served getting a minor in Business, or taking classes in Physics and CompSci?

compsci is a HUGE plus! I'm in grad school and wish i'd have learned it in undergrad!
NextElement said:
Could this track lead to a Masters in Engineering, CompSci, or Statistics?

yes. but again, if you haven't taken any of the above classes, don't worry about grad school yet. it's so far away and you haven't gotten your hands dirty yet.

hope this helps

(my undergrad was math and I'm in grad school for mechanical engineering)
 

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