What can I do with a major in risk management and insurance?

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Companies:
Novelis
Northwestern Mutual
Great American Insurance

Titles:
Underwriter
Insurance Claims Adjuster
Financial Intelligence Analyst

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Employers in NY: 6,443
Employers in US: 100,919

 

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General information and strategies

  • Cultivate high levels of competency in communication skills, attention to detail, people skills, cross-cultural skills, critical thinking, analyzing data, and problem solving.
  • Develop good team work abilities.
  • Demonstrate a strong desire to work with people of various backgrounds and educational levels.
  • Complete an internship with an insurance agency.
  • Talk to professionals in the industry to learn more about claims, underwriting, and risk management.
    • Many entry-level positions exist in these areas.
  • Initiative and sales ability are necessary to be a successful agent or broker.
  • Gain experience in sales.
  • Demonstrate a highly motivated and entrepreneurial personality.
  • Research how one obtains the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation.