Graduate Degrees & Certificates
M.S. in Applied Mathematics/Operations Research
For admission, you should have a background in mathematics that includes linear algebra, ordinary differential equations, advanced calculus, and proficiency in a computer programming language. Your plan of study must contain at least 30 credits and will normally include:
| Course | Credits |
MA511 - Linear Algebra with Applications |
3 |
MA521 - Optimization Theory |
3 |
CS520 - Optimization Methods |
3 |
MA525 - Introduction to Complex Analysis |
3 |
MA540 - Analysis I |
3 |
STAT519 - Introduction to Probability |
3 |
STAT528 - Introduction to Mathematical Statistics |
3 |
Credits in additional courses approved by your advisory committee |
9 |
Total |
30 |
The additional courses should be selected from graduate-level courses appropriate for your emphasis, and may include courses from areas such as physics, engineering, and business, as well as statistics, mathematics, or computer science.
