Seminar “Lebensversicherungsmathematik” (SEM 494/
Life insurance mathematics plays a central role in the insurance sector, in particular in the quantitative assessment and management of long-term financial risks.
This seminar addresses selected basic and advanced topics in various areas of life insurance mathematics. Participants are expected to have a solid background in probability theory (Stochastik I). Familiarity with actuarial science or mathematical finance is not required, but may be beneficial.
General Information
For the schedule and location of the first meeting, please see Portal2. All materials (topics, schedule, etc.) and further information will be made available in the course’s ILIAS group.
The seminar will be held as a block course and is open to both Bachelor’s and Master’s students. Topics of different levels of mathematical depth will be offered. The seminar language is German, but you are welcome to give your presentation in English if you prefer.
If you are interested in attending the seminar, please register for the ILIAS group. This ensures that you receive all relevant information about the seminar.
Team
Lecturer: Prof. Dr. David Prömel
Topics and Requirements
The seminar topics will be published in the ILIAS group one week before the start of the semester. If you are interested, please take a look there. The topics are offered at different levels: some are intended for Bachelor’s students only, while others are recommended for Master’s students.
All topics will be briefly introduced and assigned during the first seminar meeting.
The requirements for your presentation in order to successfully complete the course can also be found in the ILIAS group.