Department of Actuarial Studies

ACST833: Insurance

Lecturer in charge

David Finnis

Availability

D2 - Day; Offered in the second half-year

Unit Outline

Websites

Handbook entry

Coursework unit website - Online learning @ MQ (Login required)

Also refer to the MCom + MIB Student Guide

Description

Insurance from the perspectives of both consumer and producer. Structure of the insurance industry: Life and General Insurance and Reinsurance. Structure of Insurance Companies. Insurance Pricing and Reserving. Measurement of profit and financial condition. It also covers social issues, regulation, relevant legislation and the role of insurance in the economy.