Mathematics

While some K-State mathematics majors pursue a career in math, others are looking for quantitative and problem solving skills for use in other career fields. Career opportunities in mathematics are in four different areas: working in the actuarial or financial services sectors; researching and applying mathematics in business, government or industry; doing research and teaching mathematics at a university; and teaching mathematics in a college or secondary school. K-State math graduates work as analysts, consultants or programmers for businesses; as financial, numerical or systems analysts for financial or high-tech companies; as actuaries for insurance and mutual fund companies; as consultants, cryptologists, mathematicians or statisticians for the government; or as mathematicians in research labs.

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Cryptanalyst
Cryptographer
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Data analyst
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Economic analyst
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