PG in Insurance and Risk Management with Fanshawe College, Canada.
A One-Year Ontario College Graduate Certificate Program
Program Code: IRM1
Campus Code: LC (LC - London)
September/January Admission
15 week terms
Overview - 2017/2018
The Insurance and Risk Management program will help you start a career in this rewarding industry. This one-year graduate certificate is designed for university and college graduates looking for a career in the insurance and risk management sector. As a student in this program, you'll take courses in the Principles and Practices of Insurance, Risk Management, Essential Skills for Brokers/Agents, Leadership Principles and Practices, and Professional Communications. You'll also analyze and apply complex liability policy and other miscellaneous liability coverages using different scenarios and case studies.
Graduates of this program will be prepared for careers as brokers/agents, risk managers, underwriters, loss adjusters or loss prevention inspectors. If you want to make a difference and build a future in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, join our Insurance and Risk Management program. Available in a traditional in class format with a September and January admission.
Admission Requirements - 2017/2018
A Two- or Three-Year College Diploma, or a Degree
(Note: minimum 'C+' average or cumulative 2.5 GPA)
OR
Acceptable combination of related work experience and post-secondary education as judged by the College*
OR
Five years of work experience in the financial services or insurance industry as judged by the College to be equivalent*
Note:
• *Applicants may be required to submit a resume and cover letter that includes details of work experience.
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English by one of the following methods:
• A Grade 12 College Stream or University Stream English credit from an Ontario Secondary School, or equivalent, depending on the program's Admission Requirements
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test with a minimum score of 570 for the paper-based test (PBT), or 88 for the Internet-based test (iBT), with test results within the last two years
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test with an overall score of 6.5 with no score less than 6.0 in any of the four bands, with test results within the last two years
• Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) test with an overall score of 70 with no score less than 60 in any of the four bands, with test results within the last two years
• An English Language Evaluation (ELE) at Fanshawe College with a minimum score of 75% in all sections of the test, with test results within the last two years
• Fanshawe College ESL4/GAP5 students: Minimum grade of 75% in ESL4/GAP5 Level 10
Recommended Academic Preparation
• It is highly recommended that students be proficient in the following areas before entry into the program:
- Mathematics
- Business Communication
- Computer applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Recommended Personal Preparation
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Volunteer or work experience in a people-oriented workplace such as summer camp or HR department
• Presentation/public speaking skills
Applicant Selection Criteria
Where the number of eligible applicants exceeds the available spaces in the program, the Applicant Selection Criteria will be:
1. Preference for Permanent Residents of Ontario
2. Receipt of Application by February 1st (After this date, Fanshawe College will consider applicants on a first-come, first-served basis until the program is full)
3. Achievement in the Admission Requirements
Courses
Insurance and Risk Management-2017/2018
Level 1Credits
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
INSR-6004Principles & Practices of Insurance4
INSR-6003Insurance On the Automobile4
INSR-6012Insurance On the Property4
INSR-6002Essential Skills for Brokers/Agents3
INSR-6005Risk Management3
MGMT-5068Managing Leaders & Leadership3
Level 2Credits
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
INSR-6007Liability Insurance4
INSR-6006Essential Skills for Underwriters4
INSR-6010Loss Adjusting Essential Skills4
INSR-6011Risk Financing3
INSR-6008Risk Assessment & Treatment3
COMM-6019Advanced Professional Communication3
Careers - 2017/2018
Career Opportunities
Graduates will be prepared for careers as brokers/agents, risk managers, underwriters, loss adjusters or loss prevention inspectors.
Program Description
Insurance and Risk Management is a one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program designed for university and college graduates looking for a career in the property and casualty insurance industry. This program will allow students to earn credits towards the Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation from the Insurance Institute of Canada. Graduates would be prepared for careers as brokers/agents, risk managers, underwriters, loss adjusters or loss prevention inspectors.
Other Information
• Students entering Insurance and Risk Management in January will complete Level 2 and then proceed to Level 1 in September.
Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
1. Analyze the role played by the property and casualty insurance industry in the Canadian and global economy.
2. Use current and relevant insurance industry-specific terminology in all stakeholder communications.
3. Identify, select and apply risk management concepts to the four major categories of risk: hazard, operational, financial and strategic.
4. Assess the techniques risk management professionals use to finance the negative consequences of risk events in multifaceted scenarios.
5. Recommend assessment and treatment techniques for the major categories of risk faced by an organization, with an emphasis on hazard risk.
6. Evaluate the clauses, terms and conditions of various insurance policy wordings in order to determine the appropriate coverage for complex risks.
7. Articulate an effective process to successfully address the adjustment, negotiation and settlement of an insurance claim.
8. Justify the acceptance or rejection of an application for insurance.
9. Evaluate the needs of a commercial and/or personal client in order to plan and recommend an insurance program that provides protection from identified exposures.
10. Lead a diverse work group, and motivate others to achieve personal and organizational goals.
11. Prepare and deliver an effective sales presentation using professional sales techniques.
KEY BENEFITS OF Canada!!!
Learn & Earn in Canada!!!
• Earn and gain practical experience by working part-time after by day 1
• Pathway for 3* Years of Open Work Permit.
• Prospects of applying for Permanent Residence visa are much higher in Canada.
• Earn minimum of $11CAD/hr as per the minimum wages set.
Kindly let us know for any queries or concerns you may have. You can give a call on (022) 2263 3405/02/00 or whatsapp us on 9930358206
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