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New MAS-II Material from Abe Weishaus

ASM customers are likely familiar with the name Abe Weishaus. With a long career in actuarial science, including (but not limited to) twenty years as an ASM author, Abraham Weishaus, Ph.D, FSA, CFA, MAAA, currently teaches at Columbia University. Today we are pleased to announce the release of…

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Enrolled Actuaries Rejoice! Physical Presence Requirement for Formal CPE Credit to be Waived

As most actuaries know, maintaining one's credentials is no easy task, and the current pandemic has not made doing so any easier. For enrolled actuaries in particular, the physical presence requirement for earning formal CPE credit has been a limiting factor. In light of this fact, the Joint Board…

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CAS: Updated 2020 Exam Dates for Exams 5 - 9

The CAS has updated 2020 exam dates for Exams 5 - 9. Changes are as follows:

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CAS: Fall 2020 Exams will Use Computer-Based Testing

The CAS has announced that all Fall 2020 exams will be delivered via computer-based testing. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/y7ry5ghn

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Actuaries Around the World: Ireland

Paul Walsh is a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries in Ireland and a Fellow of the Institute & Faculty of Actuaries in the UK. Prior to founding Acumen Resources he worked in both direct-writing and consulting actuarial environments over an extensive career. He now consults across all practice…

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COVID-19 Information: We are Still Open for Business!

In these unprecedented times, we are taking all steps needed to protect you and our staff, while helping to make sure all of your educational needs are met. We want to assure you that ACTEX is conducting business as usual, just from the comfort of our own homes. This means no disruption in our…

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COVID-19: Helpful and informative links for actuaries and students

The outbreak of COVID-19 has had a significant impact on actuarial study so far this year, with exam postponements, rule changes, and social distancing practices changing the way students are preparing for exams. The SOA and CAS have made adjustments to exam schedules and rules to keep students and…

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Data Visualization: Key Communication Skill for Actuaries

By Mary Pat Campbell, FSA, MAAA In the current coronavirus pandemic, one of the most impactful pieces of communication has been this:

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5 Tips for Online Learners

With many students and professors transitioning to online learning during social distancing, we wanted to share some tips for building successful study habits when working on your own.

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Actuaries Around the World - Romania

Octavian Cosenco is Board Member and CRO of BCR Asigurari de Viata Vienna Insurance Group, the biggest bancassurance company in Romania. His fields of responsibilities are Risk Management and Actuarial, Operations (including Claims, Underwriting and Policy Administration), Product and Pricing, and…

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