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By declaring a minor in actuarial and financial mathematics, you will obtain a solid grounding in probability, statistics, and finance within a liberal arts framework. With courses in computer science, economics, mathematics, and statistics, you’ll be introduced to key analytical, statistical, and financial techniques that will refine your ability to understand, quantify, evaluate, and manage risk.
A foundation in financial and actuarial mathematics is a strong gateway to opportunities in a range of industries, including insurance (life, property, casualty, health), finance (pension management, pricing of financial instruments), and risk management (modeling climate change, managing public social programs).
The program information listed here reflects the approved curriculum for the 2024–25 academic year per the Brooklyn College Bulletin. Bulletins from past academic years can be found here.
At least 12 credits from the following list of advanced electives in Mathematics: Mathematics 2601, 3202, 3801, 3802, 4601.
All courses offered to satisfy the requirements for a minor in actuarial and financial mathematics must be completed at Brooklyn College with a grade of C-or higher.
Actuarial and financial mathematics minors should check the Bulletin to see which of these courses are sequenced together, and consult with department counselors for recommendations.
Jeffrey Suzuki E: jsuzuki@brooklyn.cuny.edu
Christian Benes E: cbenes@brooklyn.cuny.edu
Jun Hu E: junhu@brooklyn.cuny.edu
1156 Ingersoll Hall E: BCMathDept@brooklyn.cuny.edu P: 718.951.5246
Brooklyn College is an integral part of the cultural and artistic energy of New York City. Our faculty members in the Department of Mathematics offer incomparable expertise and tremendous talent, and each brings a unique perspective to their teaching and mentoring in and out of the classroom.
