Master of Actuarial Science (Specialisation)
Master of Actuarial Science (Specialisation)
A career in Actuarial Science opens the doors to careers in a wide range of fields in jobs which are in high demand. Studying Actuarial Science at Bond will develop your skill in all aspects of the quantitative assessment of business including financial risk evaluation and management as well as…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
A career in Actuarial Science opens the doors to careers in a wide range of fields in jobs which are in high demand. Studying Actuarial Science at Bond will develop your skill in all aspects of the quantitative assessment of business including financial risk evaluation and management as well as economic modelling and prediction. In addition, it includes opportunities to learn techniques in the important and growing field of business analytics to help create practical solutions for real-world problems. The Master of Actuarial Science (Specialisation) is a four-semester program that provides those with an undergraduate degree in an alternative field the opportunity to gain Part I (Foundation program) accreditation from the Actuaries Institute.
Graduate an expert in an area of actuarial science with the opportunity to undertake a specialisation during your studies. The recommended specialisation is Data Analytics, however, students have the option to choose any other Bond Business School specialisation.
Any completed relatable undergraduate program will also gain you up to 30 credit points towards the Master of Actuarial Science – Specialisation program.
The Master of Actuarial Science (Specialisation) is an innovative and immersive program that combines elements of economics, finance, statistics, data analytics and advanced mathematics to develop techniques for the management of risk and business decision making. The Master of Actuarial Science (Specialisation) will be taught via smaller classes for personalised attention and unparalleled access to Bond University’s Bond FinTech Hub and Bloomberg data-sourcing terminals. The program will develop skills in the challenge of handling ‘big data’ to create practical solutions for real-world problems. Employment opportunities include working as an investment analyst, portfolio manager, actuarial consultant, insurance actuary, superannuation actuary, risk analyst, big data analyst, liability manager and high-level manager.
Where will your degree take you?
Actuaries are in high demand for their range of quantitative business knowledge and problem-solving skills in a range of industries. This field of work is no longer restricted to the insurance and financial sectors, there are new opportunities arising in diverse areas such as climatology, health, e-commerce, energy and environment, genetics, and public infrastructure.
Bond actuarial science graduates are very well placed in the job market with skills highly transferrable between countries and industries.
Program learning outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge, skills and abilities that will be achieved on completion of the program. These outcomes will help you determine whether this program aligns with your professional pathway, career and learning goals.
Further develop your skills
Extend your learning beyond the completion of your degree. Consider progressing on your journey to sharpen your skills and expand your knowledge in business and other specialised areas through these learning opportunities.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Bond University is a private university located on the Gold Coast, Queensland. It was established in 1989. Bond provides students with a high-quality, individualised study experience. Students learn under the mentorship of world-class, industry leading academics, and receive a fast-paced, well-rounded education with unparalleled access to resources and professional development opportunities. For 16 years, Bond has stood strong as Australia’s number one university for student experience (according to the Good Universities Guide). The university offers programs in the fields of Actuarial Science and Data Analytics; Architecture; Business and Tourism Management; Commerce and Entrepreneurship; Communication, Film and Creative Media; Construction, Property and Planning; Health, Biomedical and Sport Sciences; International Relations, Politics and Arts; Law; Medicine; Project Management and Innovation; Psychology, Criminology and Social Sciences. The university awards bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees in various fields.
