Microcredentials

Certification-style online actuarial short courses that elevate your skills in a time of rapid change across business, industry, technology, and society.

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Designed by actuaries, for actuaries

Why complete a microcredential short course?

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Gain the latest actuarial training

Upskill in the latest commercial, regulatory, and legislative practices. Our microcredentials are taught through tutorials, industry speakers, and course materials which are updated each semester.

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Choose from three study levels

Choose to complete certificates or simply participate in CPD courses. Our microcredentials are delivered 100% online to accommodate busy work schedules.

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Invest in lifelong learning and earn CPD points

Tailor your learning to your evolving career goals, while earning CPD points. You can earn up to 312 CPD points over 13 weeks.

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Connect with actuaries through our platform

Connect with other actuaries studying on our online learning platform, Canvas.

Choose your actuarial microcredential course

Microcredential

Data Science Applications

Upskill with the latest insights on data science, including ethical considerations, and practical business applications. 

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General Insurance Applications

Get insights and trends into the General Insurance commercial and legislative environments, regulations, and financial reporting standards, including AASB-17. 

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Life Insurance Applications

Gain a deep understanding of the legal, regulatory and professional frameworks that govern the Life Insurance industry, including AASB-17. 

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Investment

Gain comprehensive knowledge of investment management principles and practices, and expertise in creating and managing investment portfolios.

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Superannuation and Retirement Applications

Develop your understanding of the Australian superannuation industry and actuarial practice.

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Enterprise Risk
Management 

Learn how to apply risk management concepts, skills, and techniques to achieve organisational objectives. 

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Enrolment details and course prices

Key details 

If you're currently completing your Fellowship Program with the Actuaries Institute or intend to, you should progress through the Fellowship Program principles subjects first, and then enrol in the Applications subject. 

All microcredentials 

$3,700 AUD

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Entry requirements

You must be a qualified actuary to enrol. 
Please refer to each course for recommended background knowledge.

Semester 1 enrolment dates

16 December 2024 - 20 January 2025

Semester 1 study dates

20 January - 2 May 2025

Semester 2 enrolment dates

10 June - 7 July 2025

Semester 2 study dates

7 July - 17 October 2025

Deepen your understanding

"The Data Science Applications (DSA) microcredential course was very engaging, and one of the best structured and delivered programs I have undertaken with the Actuaries Institute. The scope of DSA is sufficient to help me avoid some of the hype surrounding this technology, and to contribute to realising its potential within my company."

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Andrew McGrath

CFO, QBE Insurance (Singapore), AIAA

Learning options to suit your career

Choose from three actuarial CPD study levels

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Professional Certificate

For testing your knowledge and developing your skills for everyday use. Includes subject materials and tutorials, an assignment, and an exam. We recommend you invest at least 12 hours a week for 13 weeks. You’ll earn 312 CPD points.

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Certificate

For validating your learning and critically analysing your understanding. Includes tutorials, subject materials and an assignment. Takes 7 hours a week for 13 weeks. You’ll earn 182 CPD points.

Course Participation

If you have limited time and want to gain a high-level overview. Includes tutorials and subject materials. Takes 2 hours a week for 9 weeks. You’ll earn 36 CPD points.

Start your microcredential short course today.

Get the latest in commercial innovation, regulatory change and market insights in your practice area. Enrol into a microcredential now.

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