Bachelor of Science – Actuarial Science Major (120 hrs.)
The Bachelor of Science with a major in Actuarial Science program at Trine University prepares students for a career as an actuary. Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to pass the preliminary exams P (Probability) and FM (Financial Mathematics) as given by the Society of Actuaries, as well as the foundation needed to prepare to pass the remaining exams offered by the society. Courses in the Bachelor of Science with a major in Actuarial Science program include the broad range of mathematics, probability and finance needed for success in the actuarial profession. Students will learn to solve problems in a non-deterministic setting using appropriate statistical and probabilistic methods, and to solve problems in a deterministic setting in finance and investments. They also will apply probabilistic and statistical tools and methods to areas such as finance, investments, insurance and risk analysis. Graduates who eventually pass actuarial exams can be employed by the government or by any business that needs to manage financial risk, including insurance companies, consulting firms, large corporations, hospitals, banks and investment firms.
Outcomes
Solve problems in a non-deterministic setting using the appropriate statistical and probabilistic methods.
Solve problems in a deterministic setting in the areas of finance and investments.
Make applications of probabilistic and statistical tools and methods to the finance, investments, insurance and risk-analysis.
Degree Requirements
General Education Requirements - 33 hours
Communication – 9 hrs.
Humanities and Social Science – 9 hrs.
Mathematics and Science – 12 hrs.
Other – 3 hrs.
| CSIT 163 | Using Programming to Solve Problems | 3 |
| | Or | |
| CS 1113 | Introduction to Object-Oriented Program | 3 |
Content Requirements - 87 hours
Required
Content – 49 hrs.
A grade of “C” or higher is required for each content course in the major.
Free Electives – 37 hrs.
Electives are determined in conjunction with an advisor and based on student career objectives.
Total Credit Hours: 120