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Occupational Classification System Manual

Major Occupational Groups: A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | K
About the Occupational Classification System Manual
MOG A—Professional Occupations
Mathematical And Computer Scientists
A066 ACTUARIES
Exclude Underwriters (B024).
Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, and principles of finance and business to problems in life, health, social, and casualty insurance, annuities, and pensions. Determine mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates. Construct probability tables regarding fire, natural disasters, and unemployment, etc. Determine premium rates required and cash reserves and liabilities necessary to ensure payment of future benefits. Calculate premiums.

Last modified: October 16, 2001