Actuarial Science | University of Iowa

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

MathematicsCritical ThinkingJudgment and Decision MakingReading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingActive ListeningSystems EvaluationSpeaking

Knowledge

MathematicsComputers and ElectronicsEconomics and AccountingEnglish LanguageLaw and Government

Abilities

Mathematical ReasoningInductive ReasoningNumber FacilityOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningCategory FlexibilityProblem Sensitivity

Tasks

Ascertain premium rates required and cash reserves and liabilities necessary to ensure payment of fu
Collaborate with programmers, underwriters, accounts, claims experts, and senior management to help
Analyze statistical information to estimate mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retiremen
Analyze data to determine premium rates required and cash reserves and liabilities necessary to ensure payment of future benefits.

Technology

Financial analysis softwareObject or component oriented development softwareCompliance softwareData base user interface and query softwareElectronic mail software

Tools

10-key calculatorsDesktop computersNotebook computersPersonal computers

Work Values

Working ConditionsAchievementIndependenceRecognitionSupportRelationships

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium15-2011.00	Actuaries	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: advanced (Level 4)(based on Master's Degree)

Enterprise-wide actuarial strategy and risk frameworks — set and champion at the executive level to align financial soundness objectives with long-term organizational goals.
Reserve adequacy, premium rate adequacy, and liability management policies — establish and govern across all lines of business, presenting conclusions to boards and regulatory bodies.
Actuarial talent pipeline — develop by mentoring junior and mid-level actuaries, designing structured learning pathways tied to professional examination milestones.
Innovative actuarial methodologies for emerging risks — lead development of, integrating new statistical techniques and technology tools into organizational standard practice.
Company policy on complex risk exposures — determine at the senior leadership level, synthesizing actuarial, legal, economic, and market intelligence for executive decision-making.
Strategic consulting relationships with major clients — cultivate and oversee, ensuring actuarial advice drives client financial resilience and competitive positioning.
Regulatory dialogue with government officials on pension, insurance, and financial solvency matters — lead as primary organizational representative, translating technical positions into policy-relevant language.
Cross-functional leadership of new business development initiatives — direct, integrating actuarial, underwriting, technology, and finance teams to bring financially sound products to market.
Organizational actuarial governance standards and model risk management frameworks — author and enforce to ensure integrity, compliance, and auditability of all actuarial work products.
Thought leadership on actuarial practice in public, industry, and shareholder forums — provide through authoritative written publications and executive-level presentations that shape sector standards.

Program Details

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

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Scholarships

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