The fields of analysis: mathematics and statistics focus on the collection of information and application of math techniques to solve problems in science, health research, economics, business, engineering, and market research. Statistics aims to organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data in order to provide usable information. The field of mathematics develops models of phenomena, conducts research, and disseminates research.
Career Guide
Designing your major
Your major may be indirectly or directly related to your career choice, and it’s only one of many pieces to finding a good career fit. There are many majors that are related to analysis, math, and statistics here at IUB. Check out what schools offers majors that might interest you and learn more from that school's career services team.
College of Arts & Sciences
- Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Cognitive Science
- Computer Science BA
- Economics and Quantitative Methods
- Geography
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering
- Computer Science BS
- Data Science
- Informatics
- Intelligent Systems Engineering
Kelley School of Business
- Accounting
- Business Analytics
- Economic Consulting
- Finance
School of Education
- Education: Mathematics, Grades 5-12
- Education: Phsyics, Grades 5-12
Learn about careers in the field
- Accountants and Auditors
- Actuary
- Appraisers & Assessors
- Astronomers
- Business Intelligence Analysts
- Computer & Information Research Scientists
- Cost Estimator
- Data Scientist
- Economists
- Energy Engineers
- Financial & Investment Analysts
- Financial Quantitative Analysts
- Geneticists
- Operation Research Analysts
- Personal Financial Advisors
- Mathematicians
- Statisticians
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Learn through experience
Join a student organization
Student organizations can help us clarify our interests and build experience. Here are a few ideas of organizations in this area:
- Business Analysis and Intelligence Network
- Data Science Club at Indiana University
- Data Visualization at IU
- Groups STEM Student Organization
- Ideation and Creation Entrepreneurs
- Machine Learning for All at Indiana University
- Sports Analytics and Statistics Club
- Sports, Statistics, and Success at IU
- The Women in Mathematics Club
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering in the community has many benefits for the community and for your personal and professional development. How can you use your knowledge and skills to make a difference?
There are many ways to explore careers, through research, gaining experience, and talking with other people. Your career coach is here to mentor you and help you find ways to explore that fit you best.