2014-02

Arizona State University
University Senate
Fall 2013

Senate Motion #2014-02

Motion Introduced by: Curriculum and Academic Programs Committee, Eduardo Pagan, Chair
 
Date of First Reading: September 9, 2013
 
Date of Second Reading: October 7, 2013
 
Title of Motion: Request from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences – School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences -  for the establishment of an undergraduate degree –  BS in Actuarial Sciences
 
Action Requested: The Curriculum and Academic Programs Committee recommends University Senate approval of a proposal submitted by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences – School of
Mathematical and Statistical Sciences – for the establishment of an undergraduate degree –
BS in Actuarial Sciences

Rationale: An Actuary is a person that works for insurance or investment companies and is primarily responsible for determining rates and benefits for insurance policies and retirement instruments.  The Actuarial Sciences program combines traditional math and statistical courses with a solid foundation in business including economics and finance.  This program provides students with preparation for professional actuarial credentialing exams that will set them apart from graduates of many other actuarial science programs.