Models for Quantifying Risk - Softcover

Robin J. Cunningham, Ph.D., FSA; Thomas N. Herzog, Ph.D., ASA; Richard L. London, FSA

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1566986737 ISBN 13: 9781566986731

Publisher: Actex Pubns Inc, 2008

Synopsis

This textbook presents a variety of stochastic models for the actuary to use in undertaking the analysis of risk. It is designed to be appropriate for use in a two or three semester university course in basic actuarial science. It was also written with the SOA Exam MLC and CAS Exam 3L in mind. It covers all of the life contingencies exam topics in a single reference. This text includes some introductory loss models material which can serve as initial preparation for SOA Exam C and CAS Exam 4. Models are evaluated in a generic form with life contingencies included as one of many applications of the science. Students will find this book to be a valuable reference due to its easy-to-understand explanations and end-of-chapter exercises. It also introduces students to the practical use of the science via the Appendices.

About this edition

• Publisher: Actex Pubns Inc
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1566986737
• ISBN 13: 9781566986731
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 678