Careers in Mathematics
Reports and studies have shown a high demand for workers with STEM-related degrees. Problems are becoming more complex, and there’s an ongoing need for workers with advanced mathematics to help generate solutions.
A Career in Numbers
Mathematically trained individuals fill a wide variety of roles. They’re often involved in quantitative tasks related to research, technological development, statistics, risk management and more. They may work in a wide variety of sectors such as finances, business, government, medicine and healthcare.
Graduates from both of our programs satisfy the need for workers with strong mathematical skills. Some also use their degrees as an entry point to post-graduate education and/or complementary careers in medicine, business or academia .
STEM-specific career specialists can help you explore the options. Check out what's available at Toronto Metropolitan's Career & Co-op Centre.
Employment Rates
As of 2016, 85.5% students who earned undergraduate mathematics degrees in Ontario found employment within six months, and 94.5% within two years after graduation.*
*Data sourced from Employment Rates of Graduates in Undergraduate Programs, by the Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities and Institutions
"The Financial Math program at [TMU] is exceptional because of the knowledge and skill set you will gain. The farther you are in the program, the more choices of career paths you can see. I changed my mind several times throughout my undergrad, but am now planning on a career in data science, and am excited to start implementing everything I’ve learned.”
Sample Sectors and Roles
Below are just a few of the roles pursued by graduates of mathematics programs.*
Government
Statistician
Economist
Cyber Security Specialist
Forensic Accountant
Demographer
Insurance
Insurance Actuary
Data Analyst
Underwriting Analyst
Statistician
Financial Services
Actuary
Auditor
Financial Planner
Investment Banker
Management Consultant
Quantitative Analyst
Research
Bioinformatician
Biostatician
Data Scientist
Mathematical Modeller
Statistical Analyst
Research Analyst
Technology
Business Analyst
Cryptologist
Data Analyst
Database Developer
Product Manager
Video Game Design
And more
Teacher/Professor
Science Policy Analyst
People Analytics Analyst
Marketing Analyst
Technical Consultants
*This list is not exhaustive. Many other jobs may be right for you. Also, some occupations listed above may require further education and experience