ACTSC 895Communications in Actuarial Science

Units: 0.50
Level: Graduate
Faculty: Mathematics
Subject: Actuarial Science

When it runs

Ran in 3 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This course is designed to develop students' oral and written communication skills, using examples from actuarial risk management. It includes elements of writing, and also reading and summarizing leading edge work in actuarial theory and practice. Presentations and collaborative work are used to develop essential communication skills in both academic and professional contexts.

Prerequisites

Enrolled in MMath in Actuarial Science, MMath in Biostatistics, MMath in Biostatistics-Co-op, MMath in Statistics, or MMath in Statistics-Co-op

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

Fall 2026 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
Section	Class	Enrolled	Meets
LEC 001	6323	3 / 10	MW 14:30–15:50

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Calendar versions

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In 13 terms, Winter 2020 to Winter 2024