The Bachelor of Science in Insurance and Risk Management aims to provide students with in-depth knowledge and skills in the insurance industry and risk management. The program is usually offered as part of a four-year undergraduate education and prepares students as professionals specialized in assessing, managing and minimizing risks in the private and public sectors. In addition to basic business knowledge, the program focuses on insurance theory, risk assessment techniques, insurance law, cost management and insurance accounting.
The curriculum of the program is enriched with theoretical courses as well as practical courses and case studies, aiming to develop students' ability to analyze situations they may encounter in real-world scenarios and to generate solutions. These courses equip students with analytical thinking, strategic planning and decision-making skills and prepare them for a career in the insurance industry. Students also learn about various insurance products and markets and gain experience in customer relationship management and policy design.
The educational methods offered within the program include interactive lectures, group work, seminars and guest lectures given by professional insurers. These methods allow students to put their theoretical knowledge into practice and develop strategies for various situations they will encounter in the industry. In addition, internships and practice opportunities throughout the program allow students to interact with the business world and gain real work experience in their field.
Insurance and Risk Management graduates have career opportunities in various sectors such as insurance companies, brokerage firms, risk consulting firms, banks and financial institutions. They can specialize in areas such as risk management, policy design, insurance brokerage, claims management and financial planning. There are also opportunities to work as regulators in the public sector. These career paths offer insurance and risk management professionals sustainable job security and potential for advancement.