Career Architecture & Applied Mathematics

How will you use Career Architecture as an Applied Mathematics major at SU? Here are some suggestions from our math faculty:

SELF-DISCOVERY:

  • Examine personal and professional values
  • Complete group work and utilize problem solving skills
  • Use case studies and applications
  • Rank areas of mathematics of most interest
  • Learn skills of mathematics and develop competency
  • Have professional skills graded
  • Develop competency in use of technology related to mathematics

CAREER DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATIONS:

  • Participate in group work and use oral communication skills
  • learn professionalism and appropriate classroom conduct
  • Complete oral and written projects
  • Use critical thinking to evaluate quantitative data
  • Write reports - summaries, and review articles
  • Create a career plan
  • Learn extensive background in subject matter

CAREER EXPLORATION:

  • Use case studies to solve problems within different disciplines
  • Listen to talks by experts in the fields of mathematics
  • Participate in internships

CAREER PREPARATION:

  • Prepare a poster and present during formal poster session
  • Write a capstone project proposal
  • Keep a notebook concerning progress of capstone project
  • Write a literature review
  • Develop a portfolio
  • Schedule a resume critique
  • Participate in a video mock interview
   
 

What is Career ArchitectureSM?

Career ArchitectureSM is a unique process that enables each Stevenson student to create a successful and rewarding career path. Starting in the freshman year, students begin working with faculty and staff to design a strategic career plan based on their personal interests, values, strengths, and abilities. Career Architecture includes four elements: Self-Discovery, Career Development Foundations, Career Exploration, and Career Preparation. Not only does the knowledge gathered during the Career Architecture process help SU students land their first jobs; it serves for the lifetime of their careers.