[Acmsmajors] Undergraduate Mathematical Sciences Seminar 2/2 (fwd)

[Brooke Miller]

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Undergradate Mathematical Sciences Seminar

Thursday, 2/2/2006
12:30-1:50
BAG 261

Speaker: Toby White, UW Statistics Graduate Student

Title: "Becoming an Actuary"

Abstract:

First, the role of an actuary will be defined, since many people do not even
know what actuaries do!  Then, the benefits of actuarial careers will be
given - why is "actuary" consistently rated one of the best jobs in
America?  Also, from a UW undergraduate perspective, what are some
attractive reasons to consider becoming an actuary?  The current exam system
will be explained in detail, especially with respect to the first couple
exams that UW undergraduates can, and should attempt to, pass.  In addition,
classes, majors, and even extra-curricular activities will be recommended
for students who are even casually interested about pursuing an actuarial
career.  Next, getting an internship and/or a full-time entry-level
actuarial position will be discussed, including both salary range and
geographic options.  Then, the primary actuarial functions will be listed,
along with what actuaries actually do on an every day basis, and the
specialty tracks one can choose as their career progresses.  Also, the
primary differences between working in an insurance company and for a
consulting form will be addressed.  Finally, for those interested in
competing, but related professions, (accounting, finance, business, stock
market), a few comparisons will be made.

For more information about the Undergraduate Mathematical Sciences
Seminar visit:

http://www.amath.washington.edu/~clind/seminar.html