Master of Actuarial Studies
Master of Actuarial Studies
Monash University Malaysia
Introduction
Master of Actuarial Studies is a 2 years Masters program taught at Monash University Malaysia, . The program is offered in campus-based modes with full Time options. To successfully obtain Master of Actuarial Studies from Monash University Malaysia you are required to complete credit hours. After completion of Master of Actuarial Studies you will be able to further continue for advance studies or start career as Actuarial Manager, Actuarial Analyst, Actuary, Data Analyst.
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Actuarial Studies at Monash University Malaysia for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by Monash University Malaysia.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Monash University Malaysia as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Actuarial Studies.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
Qualifications
Entry level 1: | An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in a technical, mathematical or scientific discipline with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 65% or an equivalent GPA determined by the faculty and must have passed an introductory statistics unit or equivalent. Applicants will be ranked and selected based on their entire academic record. |
Entry level 2: 60 points to complete | An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate in a cognate discipline with a WAM of 65% in both qualifications or qualifications, experience or satisfactory substitutes that the faculty consider to be equivalent. OR An Australian undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with a WAM of 65% or qualifications, experience or satisfactory substitute that the faculty considers to be equivalent. Students should be aware that the granting of exemptions from particular subjects may affect their ability to complete the subjects required for the Actuaries Institute accreditation. |
Level A
| IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.0 | Pearson Test of English (Academic): 58 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 50, Reading 50, Speaking 50 and Writing 50 | TOEFL Internet-based test: 79 Overall score, with minimum scores: Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18 and Writing 21 |
Depending upon your prior qualifications and experience you will be eligible for entry credit which may reduce the duration.
Courses Units
You need to complete credit hours to successfully obtain this degree. Please check detail of study units at https://www.monash.edu/study/courses/find-a-course/2021/actuarial-studies-b6014?international=true
More Information
In the Master of Actuarial Studies you will acquire advanced expertise in statistics, econometrics, finance, economics and mathematics.
As well as developing essential mathematical skills, the course also focuses on developing your wider business awareness skills including, communication, critical thinking, actuarial judgement and professionalism.
Accreditation and professional recognition
You may also receive accreditation for Part I and Part II elements of the Actuaries Institute’s professional examinations and you will be prepared for careers in the business and financial sectors, with a specific focus on actuarial and mathematical modelling and forecasting roles.
Career Opportunities
You can join one of the following careers: