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Maurice R. Greenberg School of Risk Management, Insurance and Actuarial Science
Right now is the time to advance your career by earning a master’s degree from the Maurice R. Greenberg School of Risk Management, Insurance and Actuarial Science (GSRM) at St. John's University, where you can study Actuarial Science, Enterprise Risk Management, or Risk Management and Risk Analytics.
Based in New York City—one of the world’s centers for insurance—GSRM is a global leader in risk and insurance education and training. Drawing a diverse pool of candidates from around the globe, our programs feature small classes and are fully accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Whether you learn at our Manhattan, NY, campus at 101 Astor Place, online—or both—you develop the skills and expertise needed to excel in today’s rapidly evolving workplace. The program can be completed in as few as three semesters (full-time students), or over the course of five years (part-time students). Classes are held in the evening to accommodate the commitments of working professionals.
Career Placement
Our Ellen Thrower Center for Apprenticeship and Career Services connects you to dedicated alumni, internships, and career opportunities in the fields of insurance and risk management. We have deep connections throughout the industry, so you will have the support you need to enhance or launch your career.
of the GSRM graduate level Class of 2022 were employed within 6 months of graduation.*
*The data here is representative of the three graduating classes (September 2021, January 2022, and May 2022) from the Manhattan Campus. The data provided here pertains only to the 82%% of Master’s level graduates who responded to the survey and includes graduates who may have been employed prior to graduation.
Scholarships and Other Funding
Accepted students are automatically considered for academic scholarships that range from $5,000 to full tuition. Top applicants are eligible to receive significant financial assistance, including academic scholarships and the prestigious Insurance Leader of the Year (ILOTY) Fellowship—a full tuition funding opportunity for full-time students pursuing the MS ERM or MS RMRA.
Students accepted to the M.S. in Actuarial Science degree program who have two Society of Actuaries exams completed before classes begin (one must be exam P), receive a $40,000 scholarship award. Funds are awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Application Requirements
All applicants must possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution or the international equivalent prior to enrollment at the graduate level. In addition to the application form and nonrefundable application fee, candidates should submit the following:
- Statement of professional goals and résumé
- Official transcripts from all undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools attended
- One letter of recommendation, obtained from professional or academic references
- Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo scores for applicants whose native language is not English
- Students with international credits must also submit a course-by-course foreign credit evaluation with a grade point average (GPA) calculation from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services member.
- Applicants to Tobin College of Business graduate programs are automatically considered for GMAT/GRE waivers. Applications with a GPA below 3.25 may be strengthened by submitting a GMAT/GRE score.
STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT)
All three M.S. programs are designated STEM degrees. The STEM Extension is a 24-month extension of postcompletion Optional Practical Training (OPT) for certain STEM graduates.
M.S. in Actuarial Science
Actuaries are professionals who use their strong quantitative skills to place a price on risk. This allows insurance companies to provide coverage against a variety of loss events, ranging from a tree falling on a house to a cargo ship sinking.
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of actuaries is expected to grow by 18 percent between 2019 and 2029—making the profession one of the best career paths to pursue.
GSRM’s 30-credit program can be completed by full-time students in as little as 18 months. Courses cover the syllabi of four Society of Actuaries examinations, as well as three Validation by Educational Experience subjects.
We are the only Center of Actuarial Excellence in New York and one of only 20 in the United States. This designation is determined by the Society of Actuaries and is the highest level of recognition they offer.
While individuals from a wide range of backgrounds succeed as actuaries, those who choose this profession typically have strong mathematic and quantitative skills.
Is a master’s degree in Actuarial Science right for you?
M.S. in Enterprise Risk Management
Enterprise Risk Management is a methodology used by organizations to identify, assess, and manage the various risks they face. This top-down approach is used to identify, assess, and prepare for potential losses, dangers, and hazards that have the potential to affect an organization and lead to losses.
Whether you are new to the field or seeking an opportunity to hone your skills, our curriculum prepares you for a wide range of careers choices, including chief risk officer; enterprise risk management director; internal auditor; public accountant; risk consultant; risk manager; and more.
We are one of only three Enterprise Risk Management Centers in the world, and our connections to the corporate world run deep. We regularly place graduates with prestigious institutions such AIG, Aon, PwC, Starr Insurance Companies, and Travelers.
Learn more about our master’s degree in Enterprise Risk Management.
M.S. in Risk Management and Risk Analytics
The 30-credit Master of Science in Risk Management and Risk Analytics (RMRA) degree program prepares you to thrive in professional positions in the insurance industry.
Through the RMRA program, you learn the process of identifying, measuring, and managing risk, including understanding the process of mitigating and financing loss exposures using alternative risk management techniques.
You also develop a keen understanding of insurance products and corporate risk management strategies, as you develop decision-making skills that are critical to the operation of insurance and financial service sector firms.
Throughout the process, you learn from scholars with years of real-world experience and unsurpassed industry connections.
As you learn in the classroom, our personalized career advising and referral services will be your conduit to our strong alumni network, speaker panels, networking events, and specialized career fairs, so you can connect with internship and job opportunities.
Learn about our master’s degree in Risk Management and Risk Analytics
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