Introduction to Actuarial Practice

This subject is not offered in 2008.

620-201 Probability and 300-203 Financial Mathematics I.

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This subject will develop the student's knowledge of basic actuarial principles applicable to a range of actuarial practice areas. The focus will be mainly on actuarial issues within Australia, but there will also be international references.

A 2-hour end-of-semester examination (60%) and up to three assignments totalling not more than 4000 words (40%). Satisfactory completion of this subject requires a 50% pass in the end of semester examination.

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This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

• High level of development: written communication; problem solving; statistical reasoning; application of theory to practice; interpretation and analysis.