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Financial Mathematics (BA)

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Learn theory and application related to mathematics and finance, from portfolio optimization theory to the Black-Scholes model. Solve real-world problems in finance and risk management through problem-based and data-driven learning and hands-on math labs, where you’ll work with relevant industry software. Financial implications affect every industry; you could work in accounting firms, financial institutions, insurance, government and the tech sector.

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Apply Your Learning

Make the most out of your university career by taking advantage of all that Laurier has to offer you. Volunteer work, campus clubs, leadership programs, studying abroad, work experience – there are so many ways you can extend your classroom experience into the real world.

Here are just a few examples of the experiences you’ll have access to in the Financial Mathematics program:

  • Enhance your academic and social experience by joining the Faculty of Science Residence Learning Community.
  • Get additional support in your courses through the Math Mentoring Program.
  • Apply for the NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award (USRA) program or other summer research programs.
  • Take part in research opportunities through the MS2Discovery Interdisciplinary Research Institute or in the Mathematics department.
  • Be hired as an Instructional Assistant or marker/proctor in Mathematics.

Check out the Financial Mathematics Experience Guide.

 

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Admissions

Format: full time or part time      Duration: four years     Start: September (fall term)     OUAC code: UAM
Ontario High School Admission Requirements
  • Minimum admission range: mid 70s.
  • Competitive admission range based on last year’s admitted students: high 80s.
  • English at 60%.
  • Advanced Functions at 75%.
  • Calculus and Vectors at 75%.
  • All prerequisite courses calculated in admissions average.
Canadian Admission Requirements (Outside of Ontario)

Students applying to this program from a Canadian province outside of Ontario are encouraged to review our course equivalents by province chart. This chart will show you what courses from your province are equivalent to the admission requirements listed under Ontario High School Admission Requirements.
International Admission Requirements

Students applying to this program from an international curriculum are encouraged to review our curriculum-specific requirements; you must also meet all program-specific requirements listed under the Ontario High School Admission Requirements section.

English-Proficiency Requirement

Laurier's language of instruction is English, and so we may require you to provide evidence of your English proficiency to help make sure you experience success in your academic courses.

Your three most recent years of full-time education must be in English without taking any ESL (English as a Second Language) courses. If you do not meet this requirement, you must provide evidence of your English proficiency.

We reserve the right to request an English-language test from any applicant.

If you do not meet Laurier's English proficiency requirement but are academically qualified for your program, you may be eligible for a conditional offer of admission.

Laurier English and Academic Foundation (LEAF) Program

The Laurier English and Academic Foundation (LEAF) program is an academic English program for Laurier applicants who have to prove English proficiency. If you have received an offer to Laurier with a condition to meet our English- proficiency requirement, you can meet that condition by successfully completing the LEAF program.
College Pathways

Completed the first year of a college program:

  • Minimum admission average of 70% for part-time studies in a Bachelor of Arts (BA) program.
  • Minimum admission average of 75% for full-time studies in a BA program.

Completed a two-year diploma or two years of a three-year advanced diploma:

  • Minimum admission average of 70% for part-time studies in a BA program.
  • Minimum admission average of 75% for full-time studies in a BA program

Completed a two to three-year advanced diploma:

  • Minimum admission average of 75% for full-time studies in a BA program.
Note: Possession of the minimum admission average does not guarantee admission. Unless otherwise noted, you are considered for admission into full-time studies.
Other Admission Requirements

Visit our admission requirements section to find specific requirements for university students, indigenous applicants, mature learners, homeschooled applicants, senior citizens, refugees, and more. 

Your Next Steps

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Program Options and Courses

Concentrations, Options and Minors

You can select elective courses in mathematics and statistics within six optional concentrations:

  • Analysis and Geometry
  • Computational Finance
  • Discrete Mathematics and Algebra
  • Financial Risk Management
  • Mathematical Modelling
  • Statistics and Data Analytics

Looking to do more with your degree? Add an option or minor to your degree.

First-Year Courses

  • Calculus I and II
  • Introduction to Macroeconomics
  • Introduction to Mathematical Proofs
  • Introduction to Mathematics for Finance
  • Introduction to Microeconomics
  • Introductory Linear Algebra
  • 1.5 elective credits

Upper-Year Courses

  • Financial Management II
  • Social Entrepreneurship
  • Strategic Human Resource Planning

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Co-op

Co-op is a way to integrate what you are learning in the classroom with practical experience in your field of study. Build your resume, earn money, develop your network, and graduate with work experience.

You can apply for admission to co-op in your first year and may be eligible for an admission interview early in your second year. As a student in this program, you will be eligible to complete paid work terms lasting 12 to 16 weeks.

Interested? Learn more about co-op.

Tuition and Scholarships

Getting a university education is an investment in your future.

At Laurier, we take financial health seriously by providing a wide variety of funding opportunities for you throughout your degree, such as scholarships and bursaries, and by equipping you with the skills to manage your finances effectively in the years to come.

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Ivan Joseph, vice-president, Student Affairs

Your Career Awaits

It’s not only about the journey; it’s about the destination. Let us help you get to where you’re going.

Here are just some examples of our graduates' destinations. What’s yours?

Sample Career Options

Note: Additional training and education may be required.

  • accounting analyst
  • actuary
  • bank examiner
  • commodities manager/broker
  • financial analyst/manager
  • risk management analyst
  • statistical analyst
  • trading floor analyst

Explore more careers.

Support After Graduation

Alumni for life means that you have access to Career and Employment Support offered at Laurier for your entire career.

Waterloo Campus

The Waterloo campus is tucked into about one city block, so you’re steps away from your classes, food and your new favourite study spot.

There are many ways to tour our Waterloo campus, whether that's on a guided tour with one of our Laurier student ambassadors, on your own using virtual reality, or even on-demand through one of our pre-recorded tours. See our campus spaces and start to picture yourself at Laurier.

Interested in More Info?

Email chooselaurier@wlu.ca, call 519.884.0710 x3385 or see all contact information.

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