Actuarial Science (100% online)
Offered at IU South Bend by College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
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This is an online program.
Study the key concepts of insurance, risk management, and interest theory. Solve conceptual and computational problems. Learn to price-risk to determine premiums, analyze data, determine suitable models and parameter values, and provide measures of confidence. Calculate present and accumulated values for various streams of cash flow.
The learning outcomes for this B.S. in Actuarial Science align with actuarial science core competencies as outlined by professional organizations such as the Society of Actuaries and the American Academy of Actuaries. The program prepares you for success in the first two professional exams in actuarial science and provides the foundation for subsequent exams.
This mathematically focused degree is designed for students who are interested in becoming actuaries, insurance analysts, market research analysts, management analysts, financial managers and analysts, and actuarial consultants. Successful degree candidates will exhibit a strong background in calculus-based probability and statistics. Upon completion of this degree program, students will have the skills to pass the first two professional actuarial examinations and will lay the groundwork for the third exam, based upon offered electives. They will, therefore, be well-prepared for a lucrative entry-level position in the insurance and/or financial industry.
Many online support services are available to assist you as you progress through this 100% online program.