Charles University

Overview

The Financial and Insurance Mathematics (MSc) programme at Charles University provides students with sophisticated mathematical techniques essential for pricing, reserving, and analyzing risks in the finance and insurance sectors. This programme emphasizes the development of models that facilitate decision-making related to profitability, solvency, and uncertainty.

What you'll study

This programme integrates fundamental mathematical principles with specialized courses focusing on insurance, risk theory, and financial modeling. Students enhance their practical modeling abilities through hands-on coursework utilizing various software tools.

• Probability for Finance and Insurance
• Stochastic Models for Finance and Insurance
• Risk Theory
• Mathematics of Non-Life Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Insurance Companies Accounting
• Selected Software Tools for Finance and Insurance

Capstone / final work: Please verify whether the programme culminates in a thesis, project, or final examination component.

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to possess a relevant Bachelor’s degree or be nearing completion of one. A certified copy of the diploma must be submitted. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate a solid academic foundation in mathematics and related quantitative disciplines.

Career prospects

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped to pursue careers in various sectors, including insurance companies, financial institutions, and consultancy firms. They may take on roles such as actuaries, financial analysts, risk managers, and data scientists, contributing to decision-making processes that impact organizational success.