Courses and Job Opportunities after B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics

Wondering what to do after B.Sc (Hons.) Mathematics. There are ample opportunities to choose from, but the final decision depends upon the interest of the aspirant and the scope after B.Sc. Maths. Broadly, there are only two options, pursuing higher education or to jump into the real world for job opportunities. We will first look into the academic aspect then move on to the job opportunities after B.Sc. (Hons.) Maths.

After completing graduation, an aspirant can choose any of the following courses:

M.Sc. (Master of Science- Mathematics/Statistics):-

Aspirants can apply for a master degree after B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics and to achieve his/her goal, an aspirant has to fill a form, give an entrance exam and face the interview. MRNAT, JAM, and other entrance exams are conducted for admission to B.Sc. (Hons.) Maths. Similar entrance exam patterns are followed in all institutes in our country.

After pursuing M.Sc. Maths/Statistics you are eligible to work as a

• Teacher
• Online Tutor
• External Auditor
• Information Scientist
• Subject Matter Expert
• Data Analyst
• Statistician

MCA (Masters of Computer Applications):-

An aspirant can choose a Masters in Computer Application if he/she has a knack towards computers. An aspirant has many options after completing MCA, he/she can choose teaching as well as a job in the corporate sector. Aspirants can get admission in this course through the entrance exams.

After pursuing MCA you are eligible to work as a

• App Developer
• IT Assistant
• Software Engineer
• Business Analyst
• Software Developer
• System Analyst
• Technical Writer
• Software Consultant
• Web Designer and Developer

MBA(Masters of Business Administration):-

If an aspirant wants to build a career in management, he/she can choose to pursue MBA after B.Sc.. There are various specializations in MBA like Finance, Human Resource Management, Event Management, Operations Management, Marketing, Waste Management and many more. To get admission to MBA programme, an aspirant needs to appear for entrance tests which include CAT, CMAT, SNAP, GMAT etc. On the basis of score in these exams, admission is offered to aspirants in MBA.

After pursuing an MBA you are eligible to work as a

• Senior Business Analyst
• Operations Manager
• Marketing Manager
• Business Development Manager
• Project Manager
• Relationship Manager
• Account Manager

B.Ed. (Bachelors of Education) :-

If an aspirant wants to make a career in teaching, he/she can opt for B.Ed after B.Sc. Maths as it is mandatory for school teaching except for some subjects like computers etc.

After pursuing B.Ed. you are eligible to work as a

• Teacher
• Counsellor
• Educational Administrator
• Educational Researcher

High Paying Industries for B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics Graduates:

Banking Sector:- A graduate can make his/her career in the banking sector after B.Sc. at various levels like Bank Probationary officers by cracking the exam as most of the questions are from mathematics. They can opt for clerical jobs as well.

Actuarial Sciences:- If one is passionate about mathematics and statistics, one can become an actuary after clearing actuarial science stages.

Defense Services:- One can make a career in defense services after B.Sc. (Hons) Mathematics. They can join DRDO (Defense Research and Development Organization) and ISRO (Indian Space Research Organization).

Civil Services:- After B.Sc. (Hons) Mathematics, one can join civil services after cracking certain examinations conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission). Aspirants can also choose to become IAS, IPS, etc to serve the nation.

Data Analyst:- Data analyst emerges to be the most demanding job and offers lucrative salary packages nowadays. To become a data analyst, one needs to possess in-depth knowledge of statistics and mathematics. Knowledge of machine learning is also required to become a data analyst.

Written By:- Dr. Advin Masih, Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, MRU