DO YOU THINK BRITAIN NEEDS MORE ADVANCED MATHEMATICIANS?
AMAR SUMARIA | LLOYDS
“Yes, definitely; I did a Masters in maths. However, I think problems actually come from primary schools. Children aren’t challenged from a young age and subjects such as maths become unpopular with students when deciding what to study.”
ANGUS MACKENZIE | AON UK
“Yes, I feel I would have benefitted had I been given the opportunity to study further maths. Advanced mathematicians will help the economy in the long run. Lots of people don’t understand fundamental issues in the economy and more knowledge would help.”
OZ MAQSOOD | MARKEL INTERNATIONAL
“Yes, I took further maths A level and it has certainly helped with the line of work I’m involved in as the two are interlinked. People today don’t seem to be as good with mental arithmetic, so increased knowledge will help with a greater understanding of today’s economy.”