Why become an actuary

Mastering maths can take you anywhere. As an actuary, you’ll safeguard communities, drive industries forward, receive a competitive salary and be globally recognised.

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Discover some of the top advantages of being an actuary

Top reasons to become an actuary

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Use data for good

Help build a future where businesses flourish, society is secure, life is sustainable, and every individual can live fairly. Make an impact in climate, health, superannuation and more.

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Be globally recognised

Our qualifications are internationally-recognised. Benefit from mutual recognition of your qualification at associations all over the world.

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Elevate your leadership career

Actuaries are in demand for leadership roles. Data-driven decision-making skills mean you’re also ideal for key advisor roles in business and government.

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Join a learned and vibrant community

Join a highly diverse and inclusive community of 5,800+ Institute members and raise your profile.

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Be in-demand as AI grows

Actuaries shape data science and AI initiatives like enhancing service models, automation, loyalty schemes and digital transformations.

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Be highly paid

Receive an average annual starting pay from $150,000 with salary up to $300,000+.

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“To be able to wake up every day and think that the things we’re doing are helping governments change people’s lives is really important, and I'm really passionate about that.”

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Alan Greenfield

Co-Founder and Principal, Taylor Fry

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Mastering data can take you anywhere

Career paths for actuaries

Actuaries are involved in the function and success of every industry, sector and major business. Where will your career take you? Discover what you can do with an actuarial degree.

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“The actuarial profession has long had its roots in terms of concepts such as fairness and equity. Those concepts relate very well to the public interest.”

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Estelle Pearson

Director and Principal, Finity Consulting

Your future starts here: how to become an actuary

To become a qualified actuary, you need to complete both your study and professional experience requirements. From high school, to university, to after graduation, discover how to become an actuary.

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