B.A. Program in Mathematics/Economics

As an interdisciplinary math and economics major at Fordham, you will. Our program gives you an excellent background in modern economic theory that’s solidly grounded in the mathematical principles you need to know to fully understand economic analysis. Offered jointly by the departments of economics and mathematics, it’s a highly challenging course of study that fosters careful reasoning and abstract formulations. To put it plainly, you must be smart to be here. You’ll study a heady mix of complex math and economic theory. And you’ll graduate with a degree that stands out on job and school applications. You’ll learn more than interdisciplinary math and economics here. You’ll also study philosophy, theology, literature, languages, ethics, science, and the performing arts through Fordham’s common core curriculum, the centerpiece of our liberal arts education. You will take 11 required classes and four electives in: Math Economics Statistics You’ll graduate with an interdisciplinary math and economics degree well prepared for a range of challenging career paths or advanced study. The major’s high degree of difficulty appeals to business recruiters and admissions officers. Some positions our graduates hold: Financial analyst, Hewlett-Packard Actuarial assistant, Aetna Life and Casualty Co. Mathematical economist, Department of Commerce Actuary, GEICO Math data analyst, Goddard Space Flight Center Associate financial analyst, Morgan Stanley and Co. Tax associate, PricewaterhouseCoopers They often attend graduate school for: Economics Business Law