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Financial Analysis of Insurance Companies Professional Certificate is designed to provide you with a good understanding of the unique analysis methods needed to assess the financial strength and operating performance of insurance companies in the US and Europe.

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Financial Analysis of Insurance Companies Professional Certificate is designed to provide you with a good understanding of the unique analysis methods needed to assess the financial strength and operating performance of insurance companies in the US and Europe.

Learners will be introduced to the various analysis methods over 12 modules and a case study which examines the primary methods used to value a property and casualty insurance business.

The Financial Analysis of Insurance Companies Professional Certificate concludes with an online proctored capstone test in which learners need to score 70% and above to receive the Financial Analysis of Insurance Companies Professional Certificate from edX and the Financial Analysis of Insurance Companies Mastery Certificate from the New York Institute of Finance.

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What you'll learn

  • Describe major industry trends and challenges.
  • Explain the insurance industry's regulatory environment.
  • Describe the operating cycle of an insurance company.
  • Compare and contrast statutory and U.S. GAAP accounting.
  • Describe the impairment tests for invested assets.
  • Differentiate between loss reserves, policy reserves, UPR, and IBNR reserves.
  • Identify the components of an insurer's capital and surplus.
  • Describe the nature and purpose of reinsurance.
  • Identify the key elements of risk transfer in a reinsurance agreement.
  • Conduct ratio analysis to assess an insurer's financial condition and results.
  • Explain the methodologies used by rating agencies.
  • Describe the key components of the NAIC's risk-based capital (RBC) formula.
  • Identify the warning signs of an insurer experiencing financial distress.
  • Predict how changes in key variables might affect an insurer's financial results.
  • Describe how insurance companies manage financial risk.
  • Describe the impact of international accounting (IFRS) on the insurance industry.
  • Refresh your knowledge of key insurance terms and concepts.

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Three courses

Financial Analysis of Insurance Companies Professional Certificate Examination

(0 hours)
Ready to earn a professional certificate and stand out in your field? If you've gained a clear understanding of the courses, your next step is to complete the Financial Analysis of Insurance Companies Professional Certificate Examination from the New York Institute of Finance.

Financial Analysis of Insurance Companies – Industry Overview and Analysis of Financial and Regulatory Reporting

(4 hours)
Gain a solid understanding of the unique analysis methods needed to assess the financial strength and operating performance of insurance companies in the US and Europe.

Insurance Reserving, Risk Management and Analysis of Key Performance and Financial Indicators

(6 hours)
In this course, learners will explore insurance reserving, risk management, and analysis of key performance and financial indicators. Topics covered include capital and surplus calculation, reinsurance, key performance indicators, and financial distress warning signs.

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