Actuarial Syllabus

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Course Title

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Course Code

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Course Duration

[NUMBER OF WEEKS]

Instructor Name

[YOUR NAME]

Email

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Class Location

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Class Time

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1. Course Description

This course provides comprehensive coverage on actuarial mathematics and risk management principles. Students will gain theoretical and practical knowledge in areas such as life contingencies, risk models, derivatives pricing, and more, which are essential components of the actuarial profession.

2. Instructor Information

Instructor: [YOUR NAME]
Email: [YOUR EMAIL]
Organization: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]

3. Learning Objectives

  • Understand the fundamentals of actuarial mathematics.

  • Apply risk management theories in practical scenarios.

  • Develop basic knowledge in derivatives pricing.

  • Analyze different types of risks using appropriate models.

  • Understand life contingencies and their applications in insurance.

4. Course Schedule

Week

Topic

Reading

1

Basics of Actuarial Mathematics

Chapter 1: Basics of Actuarial Mathematics

2

Probability Basics

Chapter 2: Probability Theory Fundamentals

3

Probability Distributions

Chapter 3: Probability Distributions

4

Financial Mathematics

Chapter 4: Financial Mathematics

5

Annuities and Loans

Chapter 5: Annuities and Loans

6

Life Contingencies

Chapter 6: Life Contingencies

7

Survival Models

Chapter 7: Survival Models

8

Pension Mathematics

Chapter 8: Pension Mathematics

9

Risk Management

Chapter 9: Risk Management

10

Credibility Theory

Chapter 10: Credibility Theory

5. Required Reading and Materials

  1. Theory of Risk and Stochastic Processes

  2. Actuarial Mathematics for Life Contingent Risks

  3. Insurance Risk and Ruin

  4. Stochastic Models in Life Insurance

  5. Financial Risk Management: A Practitioner's Guide to Managing Market and Credit Risk

6. Assignments and Assessments

  • Weekly Assignments: To assess understanding of weekly course topics.

  • Midterm Examination: To evaluate progress midway through the course.

  • Final Examination: To evaluate mastery of course material.

  • Group Projects: To encourage collaborative problem-solving using course principles.

  • Case Studies: To provide real-world applications of actuarial science.

7. Course Policy

  • All assignments must be submitted by due dates. Late submissions will be penalized.

  • Examinations must be taken at scheduled times, unless justified by extenuating circumstances.

  • Group project participation is mandatory and will be part of the final grade.

  • Academic dishonesty is not tolerated and will result in course failure.

  • Attendance at lectures is strongly recommended for course understanding.

8. Grading Policy

Grades will be assigned based on written assignments, group projects, midterm exam, case studies, and final exam. Details of the grading breakdown will be provided in the course.

9. Disclaimer

The syllabus for this course is not set in stone and may undergo changes. The pace at which the class is able to assimilate and understand the course content, the availability of necessary resources needed for successful teaching and learning, as well as other unpredictable factors, can impact the structure and content of the syllabus. In the event that changes are deemed necessary, these amendments will be communicated to all involved parties promptly and efficiently to avoid confusion and promote clear understanding.

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