Category Archives: ACTUARIAL SCIENCE

Global Institute Forecasts New Ball Game for Global Capital Markets After establishing the frame of reference as 1980 through 2007, the consulting firm’s February 8 appraisal, “Global Capital Markets: Entering a New Era,” reports world financial assets–equities, private and public … Continue reading →

May ’10 Actuarial Examination Forms are available at Ivy Professional School. For a copy of your form, reach out to us at info@ivyproschool.com.

The Life & Longevity Markets Association, comprising a group of insurers and banks, may succeed in creating a market for products that pass on the risk of people living into old age, Moody’s Investors Service said. The group, founded last … Continue reading →

The Central Bank is trying to keep prices down, but a drought and supply bottlenecks have spurred increases. Movie night and restaurant meals are out for Vinod Kumar. As prices for sugar, onions, and other staples have surged after poor … Continue reading →

Exam Schedule for May 2010 Exams Date Subject Duration 10th May CA 1 (Paper   I) 9.45 -13.00 hrs CT 3 15.00 –18.00 hrs 11th May CT 6 10.00 – 13.00 hrs CA 1 (Paper II) 14.45 – 18.00 hrs 12th May CT 4 10.00 – 13.00 hrs CA … Continue reading →

Response to Global Survey Indicates Greater Investment Risks Ahead A recent survey by business consultants McKinsey & Co. suggests corporate managements should come up with new game plans, based on the lingering crises in global finance. They say signals by … Continue reading →

In a recent circular IRDA (The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India) has stated, “We have reached a situation where the role of appointed actuaries has to be enhanced significantly so that general insurers are in a position to … Continue reading →

Some of the frequently asked questions in Actuarial Interviews – • Why do you want to be an actuary? How did you hear about actuarial science? • What are your future plans/goals? • Where do you see yourself 5/10/15 years … Continue reading →

Institute of Actuaries of India Last Date for May 2010 Membership – 2nd January 2010 Last Registration Date for May 2010 Exams – Registration closes 12 weeks before beginning of the exams. (Approximate start date of May 2010 exams – … Continue reading →

At least twice a month throughout the recession, headhunters have dangled job opportunities in front of Ryan McAllister, an actuary for Fireman’s Fund Insurance Co. in Novato, Calif. “If I were ever unhappy with my employer, I could pick up … Continue reading →