Risk & Insurance

Catalog description

This course examines the nature of risk and how it can be managed through multiple options, but primarily through insurance. The course will explore basic principles of risk management and continue with the major forms of insurance and risk management programs. Students will explore the insurance delivery systems as well as insurance company operations. Students will explore legal principles related to insurance, explore government regulation of insurance, and examine insurance contracts. Life and health plans, personal and commercial policies will all receive attention in this course. Students will be introduced to a number of concepts, programs and insurance policies found in personal and business application. Prerequisite: FIN 303