Insurance and actuarial studies Books

This book explores the role of the insurance industry in contributing to, and responding to, the harms that climate change has brought and will bring either directly or indirectly. The Anthropocene signifies a new role for humankind: we are the only...

Financing options currently available for long-term care are insufficient and poorly understood by consumers. Heavy reliance on public programs such as Medicare and Medicaid has led to considerable depletion of funds for both federal and state...

Seminar paper from the year 2004 in the subject Economy - Health Economics, grade: 2,0, University of Göttingen, language: English, abstract: The health sector is facing cost explosions for various reasons. Facing limited resources contemporary politics...

Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2005 im Fachbereich VWL - Gesundheitsökonomie, Note: 1,7, Fachhochschule Braunschweig / Wolfenbüttel; Standort Wolfenbüttel, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Mit Wirkung zum 01. Januar 1994 führte der Gesetzgeber mit dem GSG den RSA...

Someone once said to make people understand the value of life insurance, you have to back the hearse up to the door.Nothing so drastic is required, but it helps to have stories to illustrate value, which is why employee benefit specialist Lori Power...

This book uses a revised version of Kingdon's multiple-streams framework to examine health financing reforms in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the Republic of Korea (ROK) as well as long-term care insurance (LTCI) reforms in Japan and Singapore. It shows...

An analysis of the economic and social benefits of insurance as a means of mitigating poverty and promoting social welfare. Argues that insurance is a more effective and humane solution than charity or government welfare programs, and provides examples...

In this authoritative guide to the world of fire insurance, Bennet Copplestone provides a detailed overview of the principles, practices, and finance of the industry. From the historical origins of fire insurance to the latest developments in risk...

Dedicated especially to insurance agents, this guide provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practice of life assurance. It also includes a hand book of the best authorities on the science, making it an indispensable resource for anyone...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

How much do you pay in Flood Insurance?The average homeowner can pay over $100 a month. Which of course is $1200 a year. On a thirty-year loan, that equates to $36,000. That’s a lot of money!Wouldn’t it be great if you could get your Flood...

Let author, Kevin L. Glaser, CPCU, CIC, SCLA, ARM, AAI, AIC, ARM-P, AIS, share with you his wealth of first-hand experiences gained in his roles as insurance company adjuster, underwriter, marketing representative, risk manager, and expert witness over a...

This edited volume looks at whether it is possible to be more transparent about uncertainty in scientific evidence without undermining public understanding and trust. With contributions from leading experts in the field, this book explores the...

This book condenses several theoretical, methodological, empirical, and philosophical issues in conceptualizing, measuring, and empirically operationalizing the economic output of the banking and insurance industries. The analytical focus is on both...

PART 1 Credit Quality and Risk - Credit Quality and the Maturity Factor - Credit Quality and the Motivation for a Transaction - PART 2 The Risk Adjustment Process - Classification of Risk - Quantifying the Risk Adjustment Process - PART 3 Repurchase and...

Diplomarbeit aus dem Jahr 2009 im Fachbereich VWL - Gesundheitsökonomie, Note: 1,7, Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Das deutsche Gesundheitssystem ist seit den siebziger Jahren durch immer wiederkehrende...

Diplomarbeit aus dem Jahr 2000 im Fachbereich VWL - Gesundheitsökonomie, Note: 1,7, Fachhochschule Gießen-Friedberg; Standort Gießen (FB Wirtschaft), Veranstaltung: Wirtschaftliches Gesundheitswesen, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Es stellt sich die Frage,...

In their long-awaited book, based on years of practical experience and research, Brian Allen and Rachelle Loyear show you step-by-step how Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM) applies fundamental risk principles to manage all security risks...

'The Legal Protection of Foreign Investments Against Political Risk' examines how political risks associated with foreign direct investment in the energy sector are managed or mitigated, and suggests new ways to deal with the possibility of such risk. It...

This is written to be the readers’ first book on captive insurance. It avoids legal and industry jargon, instead using straightforward language to quickly and efficiently explain how captives started and how a business can use a captive insurer to...

This book is a timely addition to the fast-growing international debate on Integrated Reporting, which offers a holistic view of the evolution and practice of Integrated Reporting. The book covers the determinants and consequences of Integrated...

This book is different from all other books on Life Insurance by at least one of the following characteristics 1-4. 1. The treatment of life insurances at three different levels: time-capital, present value and price level. We...

Consumer Attitudes Toward Credit Insurance provides the findings of a survey of approximately 3600 individuals who had the opportunity to purchase credit life insurance in conjunction with all types of consumer loans, except...

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. has grown from one man in 1927 to one of the largest insurance brokers in the world with over 8,000 employees.'This is a book about a business and a family that, by its example, defines integrity. It is a testament to the fact...

The book examines a relatively unexplored issue in supply chain risk management, which is how long companies specifically take to respond to catastrophic events of low probability but high impact. The book also looks at why such supply chain disruptions...

Introduction The Financial Crisis of the 1990s and its Lessons Challenges to Financial Supervision in Coming Years Principles of Good Financial Supervision Corporate Governance and Financial Stability The Rationale for a More Market-based Regime A...

"Get All The Support And Guidance You Need To Be A Success At Living Your Life!"For those who want to design their own destiny and path, this book may be one of the most helpful resources available anywhere!Do you take charge of your life, or does it...

Bachelorarbeit aus dem Jahr 2012 im Fachbereich VWL - Gesundheitsökonomie, Note: 2.0, Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster (Institut für Genossenschaftswesen), Veranstaltung: Volkswirtschaftslehre, Gesundheitsökonomik, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract:...

"Der übertriebene Begriff der meisten Menschen von ihren Fähigkeiten ist ein altes übel, worauf die Philosophen und Moralisten aller Zeiten hingewiesen haben; aber ihre alberne Einbildung auf ihr gutes Glück hat man weniger...

Die Allgemeinen Versicherungsbedingungen fiir die Haftpflichtversiche­ rung (AHB) geben den auBeren Rahmen fiir aile Haftpflichtversicherungs­ vertrage. Dem folgenden Kommentar liegt die vom HUK-Verband den Mitgliedsunternehmen...

I. Begriff und Arten der Transportversicherung 1. Was ist Transportversicherung? ,Jedes in Geld schätzbare Interesse, welches jemand daran hat, daß Schiff oder Ladung die Gefahren der Seeschiffahrt besteht, kann versichert...

Rund sieben Jahre sind vergangen, seit meine Beiträge "Handelsrecht" und "Wertpapierrecht" in der 2. Auflage des Versicherungswirtschaftlichen Studienwerks erschienen sind. Angesichts verschiedener Gesetzesände­ rungen und der...

Die Deregulierung des Versicherungsmarktes führt zu einer Verschärfung des Wettbewerbs. Die Unternehmen versuchen deshalb, die Kosten für Produktion und Vertrieb von Versicherungsschutz zu senken. Durch die Fortschritte der...

Die enorm gestiegene und weiter stark steigende Bedeutung von Wertpapier­ Investmentfonds, gerade auch im Hinblick auf ihren Einsatz durch die Versi­ cherungswirtschaft, wird durch die rege1miiBigen Pub1ikationen in der Wirt­...

Der gewählte Titel "Grundlagen der Lebensversicherungstechnik" soll deutlich machen, welche Ziele wir uns gesetzt haben: Lebensversicherung: Bewußt beschränken wir uns auf dieses Teilgebiet des Versiche­ rungswesens, weil die...

This book captures the energy and sense of wonder in early 1990s Berlin as seen by a young property professional who lived and worked in the reunified city. A Thousand Days recalls how the city's vibrant history and culture clashed with its traumatic...

Currently, it is estimated that 10,000 individuals per day become eligible for Medicare insurance. Although there are mountains of information about Medicare and Medicare insurance products, there is virtually none that provide individuals with a plan...

Business continuity is crucial to the survival of your business. Learn how to manage it effectively.The risks for businesses today are increasing all the time, as are the consequences of incidents and interruptions. Too many companies lose time,...

Do you want to know how Lloyd's works from the inside? Here, in easy terms, is a history and working description of that august institution, written by a city luminary who is an experienced broker and former Underwriting Member at Lloyd's.You'll find...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. ...

Dieses Buch ist der zweite Teil einer Anleitung zur Berechnung von Leibrenten und Anwartschaften. Dabei geht es um die mathematischen Grundlagen, aber auch um rechtliche sowie versicherungstechnische Aspekte. Das Buch richtet sich an alle, die sich mit...

In this informative book, C.H. Harbaugh explains the ins and outs of accident and health insurance policies and how disability is applied under them. With special chapters focusing on policy forms, readers can gain a better understanding of how to...

HAZ FRENTE AL PELIGRO guía a los trabajadores transculturales a través de una discusión bíblica sobre el riesgo, y ofrece un marco práctico y espiritual para realizar de forma óptima una evaluación y...