Actuarial Science Minor

Program Overview

The Actuarial Science Minor at York College of Pennsylvania equips students with the mathematical and statistical skills necessary for careers in the actuarial field. The five-course program covers probability, financial mathematics, and investment and financial markets, preparing students for entry-level actuarial positions and three Society of Actuaries (SOA) exams. The minor complements introductory accounting and management courses to enhance students' professional qualifications.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Actuarial Science Minor at York College of Pennsylvania prepares students for careers in the actuarial field by providing them with the necessary mathematical and statistical skills to succeed in the field. The minor consists of five courses that cover topics such as probability, financial mathematics, and investment and financial markets.

Outline:

Program Content:

The Actuarial Science Minor requires the completion of five courses:

• MAT 172 Calculus II (4 credit hours)
• MAT 351 Probability and Statistics for Actuaries I (3 credit hours)
• MAT 352 Probability and Statistics for Actuaries II (3 credit hours)
• MAT 393 Financial Mathematics I (3 credit hours)

Careers:

The actuarial field combines the disciplines of business, probability, and risk assessment to provide preparation for leadership positions at insurance and financial management companies. Students who successfully complete the Actuarial Science Minor are professionally qualified for entry-level positions as actuaries, especially if they also take introductory accounting and management courses and pass two or three SOA exams including Probability.

Other:

The Actuarial Science Minor at York College of Pennsylvania prepares students for three Society of Actuaries (SOA) exams - Probability, Financial Mathematics, and Investment and Financial Markets. The program is designed to provide students with the necessary mathematical and statistical skills to succeed in the actuarial field.