Department of Mathematical Sciences Professional Science Master’s Degree in Industrial Mathematics UMass Lowell faculty.uml.edu/math

Professional Science Master’s (PSM) Degree An innovative degree that:  Prepares graduates for science careers in business, government, or non-profit sectors.  Combines rigorous study in science or mathematics with workforce skills-based coursework in business, management, and communications,

PSM Programs…  Emphasize the written and verbal communication skills, leadership, and team- building required in professional settings.  Provide connections to potential employers through internships.  Often include cross disciplinary courses.

Program Examples  Biotechnology  Forensic Science  Financial Mathematics  Nanoscience  Environmental Science  Biosecurity  Bioinformatics  Analytical Chemistry  Applied Systematics  Industrial Mathematics  Genetic Counseling PSM programs are interdisciplinary in fields such as:

PSM Statistics The PSM initiative began in As of December 2009:  ~130 PSM programs  ~ 70 institutions  Programs in 25 states plus the District of Columbia  ~2,700 graduates as of 2008  UML Industrial Mathematics has since been added

Requirements Overview  Total credits: 37  Math and Science: 27 credits including a four course cluster: Algorithms Random Processes Physics Statistics Others can be proposed and designed by student and advisor  Professional Courses: 9 credits Professional Communication (required) Project Management, Market Research, Project Development… (2 of these)  Paid internship: 1 credit (~350 hours)