Pursuing a Ph.D. in Applied Math & Bachelors/Masters in EE Simultaneously?

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Pursuing a Ph.D. in applied mathematics while simultaneously obtaining a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (EE) is challenging and may extend the duration of the Ph.D. program. Funding sources, such as research councils, typically do not permit additional time for pursuing multiple degrees concurrently. Balancing a Ph.D. with a second bachelor's degree or a master's in EE may not be feasible without impacting the timeline of the Ph.D. program. Some individuals choose to pursue degrees part-time and self-fund their education, which can provide more flexibility but may also prolong the overall academic journey.
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Is it possible and/or likely to pursue a ph.d in applied mathematics and at the same time pick up a bachelors in EE? What about a masters in EE after that 2nd bachelors while still in a applied math ph.d program?
 
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It depends how long you want your PhD to last, and on who's funding it. If it's a research council or what not, then I can't see them allowing you to take extra time to get a PhD simply because you are trying to get a degree in another subject at the same time.
 
I plan on doing my Master's in Mathematics as I go for my Business Degree. Both are part-time. I will pay for both out of my pocket.
 

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