How long does it take to get to ASA or ACAS?
The first major milestone in becoming an actuary is reaching ASA or ACAS. ASA stands for Associate of the Society of Actuaries and ACAS stands for Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society.
So, how long does it take to reach ASA or ACAS?
There are 7 actuarial exams to pass, several online courses to complete, VEE credits to get and a one-day course to attend in order to become an ASA or ACAS. For most people it will take about 4 – 5 years to achieve all these tasks, but doing it quicker is possible.
Insurance Actuary. What is it? Is it a good career?
If you’re interested in a career in math, no doubt you’ve come across something telling you that being an insurance actuary is one of the best jobs you can get.
What is an insurance actuary? An insurance actuary is a professional that specializes one of the following:
1. Calculating insurance premiums.
2. Calculating how much money to save for future claims.
3. Evaluating other types of risk in insurance companies.
Can a math teacher become an actuary?
If certain aspects of your teaching career aren’t cutting it for you anymore, you may be wondering if becoming an actuary is a potential alternative.
So, can a math teacher become an actuary?
Yes, a math teacher can become an actuary. It’s actually a fairly common transition but it isn’t necessarily an easy one. Anyone that wants to become an actuary has to have a bachelor’s degree and pass at least 1-2 actuarial exams before being considered for a job.
Actuary vs. Underwriter. What’s the Difference?
The difference between actuaries and underwriters is often misunderstood by anyone not in the insurance industry. Actually, even some people in the insurance industry still get confused!
So, what’s the difference between an actuary and an underwriter?
The difference between actuaries and underwriters is that they perform different functions within an insurance company. Actuaries use data to determine the premium that should be charged for anyone that fits into a given bucket. Underwriters decide which bucket an insurance applicants fit into.
I’m an Actuary. Here’s What I Do All Day.
If you’re wondering what an actuary does, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve worked as an actuary for the past 4 years
So, what does an actuary do?
An actuary uses large amounts of data along with their expertise in statistics and finance to determine how much money should be set aside now in order to pay for costly events that may randomly occur in the future.
How Car Insurance Deductibles Work (with Pictures)
Deductibles on your auto insurance are actually not as difficult to understand as you may have thought. As an actuary (someone who prices insurance) I get asked about them all the time.
How do auto deductibles work? If you get in an at-fault accident and make a claim to your insurance company for damage to your car then the company will only pay for the cost of repair in excess of the deductible. If the cost of repair is less than the deductible then the company will pay $0.
Actuary vs. Accountant. The 4 Major Differences.
If you want a career where you’ll be using your math skills everyday, becoming an actuary or an accountant are both viable options.
But, what is the difference between an actuary and an accountant?
The primary difference between an actuary and an accountant is that actuaries predict the financial impact of events that may or may not occur in the future, whereas accountants deal with the financial impact of events that have already occurred.
What is actuarial science? (Don’t major in it!)
Actuarial science is becoming more and more popular among math-loving students looking for ways to use their skills after college.
So, first off, what is actuarial science?
Actuarial science is the field of study relating to the quantification of risk using math, probability and statistics. These highly specialized skills are primarily used in the insurance industry to ensure that insurance companies are financially stable now and for decades into the future.
What is a valuation actuary? What do they do?
If you’ve ever considered becoming an actuary, you’ve probably heard the term “valuation actuary” before.
But, what is a valuation actuary?
It’s an actuary that is responsible for determining the reserves for an insurance company. The reserves ensure that the company has enough money to pay for expenses and claims that the company anticipates it will have to pay in the future.
Failed an actuarial exam? Do something different!
If you recently failed an actuarial exam, I completely understand if you're feeling like you have no clue what to do differently next time. Lots of people feel that way, and it's very normal. Why did you fail your exam? Well, here are 3 possible reasons for...