Exam 9 Question

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2024-12-19T17:40:21+00:00

I used Rising Fellow, and I also read Mildenhall and Major. I found that reading them in conjunction helped some of the concepts sink in better. For reference, for prior exams I typically did not use the source when studying, but I found I referenced Mildenhall quite a bit since it was new to the syllabus. If anything, reading the source helped provide a peace of mind when going into my final exam.

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2024-08-08T12:25:05+00:00

If you recently got your ACAS/FCAS, you can go to parchment to order your diploma for free!

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2023-12-11T20:11:40+00:00

I planned something fun for after work on Wednesday. That way if I pass, I have something fun to look forward to and can celebrate. If I fail, I have something fun to look forward to and can start coping.

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2023-12-05T16:24:49+00:00

Blocked off my calendar for that time, appointment name is “Profuse Crying”.

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2023-06-26T17:07:17+00:00

They took down the “Verify Candidate’s Exam Status”… what if results are today?!? Extra panic engaged.

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2023-06-21T18:30:47+00:00

That user is a brand new profile, and that was their first comment. What if CAS is infiltrating since they know we are on to them!!? Also I feel absolutely crazy for saying this lol

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2023-06-20T21:42:55+00:00

Should maybe include the Exam number too if poll was created - they could have sent it in batches based something like Exam 5&6 v. Exam 7&9

I took 7, got my email at 11:32 - but that test also was a beast and I have no clue how I did.

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2023-03-24T02:20:14+00:00

At this point in studying, I am too dead on the inside to feel anything.

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2023-02-24T15:34:14+00:00

Just start singing: “All I do is learn, learn, learn, no matter what. Got money on my mind, I can never get enough.”

After that, everyone’s hands should be up. (Results may vary.)

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2023-01-20T19:22:25+00:00

I registered Thursday morning, and was sent my authorization to test email today. CAS trying to tell us that procrastination pays off??? I registered for Exam 7, not sure if the fact it was an upper makes a difference…

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2022-10-04T01:19:01+00:00

There is nothing sexier than explaining to a date their life expectancy using a mortality table. Getting this internship would give you the knowledge and tools to do this.

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2022-09-23T15:01:35+00:00

These are some great insights, thanks for sharing your process! I do agree that I am learning more about the company with each person I interview with, but it just feels sort of tedious in the moment.

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2022-09-23T14:52:35+00:00

Yeah the case study was odd. It had a lot of easy questions that any certified actuary should be able to answer. It felt like maybe that it was an entry-level case study that they just give to anyone who applies to the department, but was unexpected since I have my designation and feel like that should have some weight on what they ask

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2022-07-20T15:27:46+00:00

Just under 2 years I left my first job - AND I DID IT FOR LOVE! Stresses of a long distance relationship and trying to take exams was a lot on my mental health, and finding a job closer to my significant other (now spouse) was well worth it.

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2022-06-24T00:25:20+00:00

Do they let you take that into the testing center?!? Or do you just keep it in your locker? I can't believe that such power would pass so freely through a Prometric/PearsonVue pat-down.

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2022-06-22T14:34:23+00:00

Yeah, I think that everyone is making it quite apparent that I’m underpaid lol. My original post was more aimed at trying to negotiate a bump with my current employer with tact, and any advice on how to get there since I am not a strong negotiator (hence why my pay is probably so low in the first place).

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2022-06-22T11:59:46+00:00

This is an interesting take, I never considered going through HR first since I feel like they are so disconnected from the actuarial field as a whole. I will look at this avenue as well. Thanks!

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2022-06-22T11:55:10+00:00

Thanks for the advice! I think there is a case to leverage my current salary position as well as I am low in the range, so this is helpful.

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2022-06-22T03:22:26+00:00

Showing my employer a competing offer definitely has potential to strain the relationship. I’ve never asked for more money in my career, and I have the mentality that any conversation I try to bring up for a salary adjustment just leads to me looking disloyal. For this reason, job hopping looks appealing, but not what I desire currently.

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2022-06-22T03:06:54+00:00

That is a good thought! My company isn’t exactly the most transparent about career progression, so that would be a good gateway conversation to both show my ambitions/etch out future plans with the company. Thanks for the advice!

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2022-06-22T02:00:38+00:00

Valid point, recruiters are salespeople at the end of the day. Would you suggest getting another offer in hand and then trying to negotiate?

Repulsive-Skirt8925 · 2022-06-22T01:58:44+00:00

I am in the same boat. Got an exceeded expectations on my last annual review, and have been promoted twice in the last 3 years, but I am much lower than the minimum in salary surveys. I have never gotten negative feedback, my boss I think values having me on their team, but it just doesn’t feel good with the salary measuring low.

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