Mathematics/Actuarial Studies
The analytical and critical-thinking skills you’ll develop as a math major at Lander open the door to many fields. Our graduates go on to do rewarding work in actuarial science, finance, data analysis, and more.
“LCM prepared me for what I needed to know for the actuarial exams. The math department was great. The classes were small, and I was able to get to know a lot of the professors. Because of the low student/professor ratio, I was able to form relationships with professors who were practicing actuaries.”
- Abbie Jakubovic, Actuarial Analyst
Practical and Versatile Curriculum
Our curriculum carefully balances theoretical and applied mathematics. You’ll work closely with our experienced faculty to master core concepts of calculus, linear algebra, and probability — and to bring these concepts to life through research, forecasting and computer programming.
Spotlight on Actuarial Science
Many Lander math majors want to become actuaries. If that’s the path for you, consider Prof. Joseph Perlman your secret weapon. A fellow of distinguished actuarial societies in the US and UK, he also has an MBA in finance from Columbia and real-world experience as an actuary.
Perlman’s courses like Statistics for Business, Probability Theory, and Mathematics of Compound Interest cover exactly what you’ll be tested on in your actuarial exams, giving you a competitive advantage.
Explore the Field in and Out of Class
LCM offers many opportunities to learn more about your chosen mathematics career through clubs, classes, and internships.
- Chaburah and Clubs: The math major chaburah is an opportunity to network with your fellow math majors. Join the Finance Club or the Strategic Gaming Club to engage with like-minded peers and have fun using your problem-solving skills.
- Classes: As you progress through the major, you’ll get to explore the versatility of a math degree. Choose from more than a dozen electives and business courses that apply your math skills in finance, computer science, and even emerging fields like medical cryptography.
- Research: Work closely with faculty on topics like the Black-Scholes model, time series analysis, quantum mechanics, and matrix optimization. These hands-on research experiences give you valuable insights into how mathematical frameworks help solve complex real-world problems.
- Professional exam prep: If you plan to become a financial analyst or actuary, you’ll get plenty of support to prepare for the CFA exam and actuarial tests, from both your fellow students and professors who’ve paved the way for LCM grads before you.
- Job shadowing and internships: Career Services can help you find an internship and connect with alumni in your chosen field. Reach out to them! These experiences are key to preparing for your post-college work life and making career connections.
Courses Tailored to Your Future
If you’re looking to go to graduate school after Lander, your math professors are here to help you excel. They’ll even create new classes to ensure your future success.
“We have several students who have gone on to very good graduate programs in places like NYU. I often develop new courses to help them. One example is stochastic analysis. This kind of calculus is a main course in graduate school. It’s very complicated and many students fail. So, we made a course at Lander for this really complicated subject to help students who want to go to graduate school and prevail.”
- Prof. Oleg Friedman
Where Are Our Graduates Now?
Lander alumni’s strong analytical skills and rigorous academic training prepare you to excel at financial firms, consultancies and tech companies such as Mercer, PwC, Everest, Korn Ferry, Zurich North America and Prudential.
Pathways at Touro
One advantage of a Touro education is that you can go on from Lander to advanced study within the University while continuing to lead a life of faith.
Math-related programs at our Graduate School of Business and Graduate School of Technology include:
- International Business Finance (MS)
- Business Administration (MBA)
- Business Intelligence and Database Systems (MS)
- Data Analytics (MS)
- Information Systems (MS)
- Technology Leadership (MS)
- Cybersecurity and Network Administration (MS)
- Web and Application Development (MS)
What You Can Expect From Lander
Aside from small class sizes, experienced faculty, individualized attention, and demanding academics, you can expect alumni connections, support to enter the professional world, and an understanding of what you might be looking for as a Torah Jew raising a family and earning a living.
- We have a strong alumni network you can rely on, and a powerhouse Career Services department that will prepare you for the workplace and help you start your career.
- Our mentoring program can match you with an alum currently in the field, to mentor you and answer any questions on your career.
- We host career night dinners each year, where alumni come back to campus and gather around the dinner table with you, to help you get an inside view of their career with real talk about the profession.
- No disconnect between your morning in the Beis Medrash and your afternoon in a college classroom. Torah infuses everything we do and the shiur course you’ll take on Jewish Business Ethics is one example of the balance and coordination you’ll find here.
