Actuarial Science

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Topics of Study

In Actuarial Science you will learn to:

• Use math and statistics to estimate insurance risks
• quote risks for an individual or for a business
• Use risk estimates to decide how much insurance to give people
• Estimate whether or not a business will be successful
• Use computer programs to determine insurance risks

Degrees

The following certificate(s)/degree(s) in Actuarial Science will prepare you for jobs like the ones listed:

• Certificate or 2-year degree: accountant, bookkeeper
• 4-Year degree: statistician, financial planner, actuary, economist, investor, bank officer, accountant, investment banker
• More than 4 years: researcher, teacher