The increasing availability of big data and the use of predictive analytics are changing how insurers and actuaries operate. As companies face growing competitive pressures to perform, knowing how to mine and recognize the importance of data, in all forms, becomes a prime advantage.
The final episode of our three-part podcast series on CIA members employed abroad is now available. Hear from Hong Kong-based actuary Dominic Hains, FCIA, on his experience and the opportunities and challenges faced by actuaries working overseas.
Actuaries are experts in financial risk management, a constantly changing field that must be well regulated to protect the Canadian public. We have a duty to share our knowledge with decision makers. By taking a frequent stand on relevant topics, we also make our voices heard and engage in essential discussions for society.
Data science and actuarial science are both multidisciplinary in nature; they extract insights from data and require strong understanding of the underlying business processes and domain knowledge to be successful at accomplishing the task. A deeper understanding of data science can allow actuaries to leverage data science results in their work and find more applications in emerging practice areas.
Released in late 2020, this research paper, prepared jointly with the Society of Actuaries, examines lapse and mortality experience on term insurance plans once they reach the end of the initial level premium period. Steve Schumacher, FSA, MAAA, one of the paper’s authors, joins us to discuss their findings and the implications for product pricing.
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