Graduates have been successful in the area of underwriting, which involves the decision making process for the insurance company. Underwriting requires a personality which is very analytical, similar to that of an accountant. Our graduates have also fared well in the settlement of claims. This process involves someone who enjoys problem solving, is investigative, and can deal effectively with conflict resolution. Opportunities also exist in the area of loss control and risk management that requires creativity, analytical, and problem solving skills.
Actuaries do the number crunching for insurance companies.
Skills Acquired in this major Students will develop analytical problem solving skills. They will study the legal system and learn to interpret contracts. They will also be exposed to many of society's problems that have the potential for causing loss. They will learn how to deal with those problems and to protect themselves and their corporations from loss exposure. Other career possibilities Risk managers are employed by industrial service, nonprofit and public sector organizations.