Postgraduate Certificate in Actuarial Science
Victoria University of Wellington
Subject area
Insurance and Actuarial Studies
Qualification
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Entry requirements
A Bachelor's Degree or Graduate Diploma with an average grade of B+ or better in the relevant subjects, with a major in Actuarial Science, Finance, Statistics or a related field.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
PGCertActSc graduates will be able to apply advanced actuarial techniques, including big data analysis and asset/liability modelling. They will have a professional-level knowledge of the Actuarial Control Cycle and corporate risk management strategies. Graduates will be well prepared to undertake additional postgraduate study in Actuarial Science. Graduates will be well prepared for professional roles in the actuarial or related fields.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Banking, Finance and Related Fields at this level can earn:
$65,000
Median earnings one year after study
$73,000
Median earnings two years after study
$94,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
91%
Employment rate two years after study
Data as at November 2022
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 842 864
Phone: (04) 472 1000
Fax: (04) 499 4601
Email: info-desk@vuw.ac.nz
Web: http://www.vuw.ac.nz
Sources
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