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The Atlanta RIMS Chapter and the Georgia CPCU Chapter are working cooperatively with representatives from the University of Georgia and Georgia State University to create a dynamic new mentor program. Last year was the ninth year for this program and the feedback from both industry and student participants was very favorable. We are now ready to accept our 10th class of mentors and mentees.
The program’s stated objective is:
“to prepare risk management students to become future business leaders by linking them with senior risk management and insurance mentors who have taken that path and are committed to sharing with the next generation.”
So, if you would like to learn more about the profession from an experienced industry professional, you are well suited as a mentee for this program. More information concerning expectations and time commitments is found below.
This seventh mentorship class will be limited to between 20 and 30 student participants. We anticipate expanding the program in the future so all interested students can participate.
Interested students should complete the RMI Mentorship Program Application.
The program's objective is to prepare risk management students to become future business leaders by linking them with senior risk management and insurance mentors who have taken that path and are committed to sharing with the next generation.
The University of Georgia’s Risk Management and Insurance program offers students the chance to simultaneously earn money, obtain experience, gain crucial practical knowledge that cannot be learned through coursework, and earn credit toward a degree. Intern sponsors often find the students to be real assets and some even offer them full-time positions upon graduation. Both small and large corporations all over the United States have participated in the program. (Employers wishing to provide an internship please visit the Internship Placement page.)
Students interested in an internship should read the information below very carefully.
In order to qualify for an internship, you must meet the following criteria:
C or better.For an internship to qualify, it must provide:
You should make every effort to find your own position at the beginning of the semester before you wish to intern for credit. Internship opportunity information sent to the department will be posted to the RMININFO listserv. ALL students are strongly encouraged to register with DAWGlink in order have access to employment information provided through the Career Center. If you take a job through a lead generated by the department (including those listed on DAWGlink), you must register for course credit.
(For specific information on the internship requirements, please refer to the course syllabus. The information provided below is for reference purposes only.)
I) until all of your materials are received and graded. All pertinent dates can be found on the academic calendar.The department encourages students taking examinations leading to one or more professional designations . Several of these exams can be taken while students are enrolled in college. Subject to availability of funds, the department reimburses students for the exam fees (at student rates) of some of the exams passed while the students are enrolled as majors.
Note: Most exam series also have matriculation fees that must be paid prior to taking the first exam; matriculation fees are not reimbursed by the department.
The following programs, which are described in detail in individual booklets available in 206 Brooks are possible designations students may consider:
This program, consisting of 8 exams, is administered by the American Institute for CPCU. It is appropriate for students who want to pursue a career in either risk management or the property and liability insurance industry. The departmental course RMIN 5530 is designed to help students pass CPCU 551 of the CPCU exams, RMIN 5540 covers the material for CPCU 552, and RMIN 5570 covers the material for CPCU 520.
In addition, LEGL 2700, MGMT 3000, and ECON 2105 and 2106 are useful in preparing for other CPCU exams. Please note that exams can be taken in any order desired by the student—it is not necessary to take the exams in any particular numerical sequence. The department provides exam fee reimbursement for students who pass any of the CPCU exams.
The Associate in Risk Management offered by the Insurance Institute of America is a three-part series designed for individuals who anticipate working in corporate risk management or brokerage. RMIN 5950 is very helpful in preparing for ARM 54 and to a lesser degree ARM 55. The department provides exam fee reimbursement for students who pass any of the ARM exams.
The CLU designation has traditionally been the mark of professionalism for individuals working in life insurance marketing. Recent revisions to the CLU program now make it suitable not only for students who intend to concentrate in life insurance but also for those who will be involved in additional areas of financial planning. The CLU program consists of 8 exams; students have some limited choice regarding the exams they take, depending on their intended areas of future specialization.
As with the CPCU exams, some courses at The University of Georgia are helpful in preparing for CLU exams, although none of the courses are specifically designed for this purpose. The department provides exam fee reimbursement for students who pass any of the CLU exams. Please visit The American College website for more information on the CLU designation.
The ChFC exam series is designed for persons interested in coordinating comprehensive financial plans for both businesses and individuals. The ChFC series consists of 8 exams. However, individuals who already hold the CLU designation can also obtain the ChFC designation by taking only an additional three exams. The department provides exam fee reimbursement for students who pass any of the ChFC exams. Please visit The American College website for more information on the ChFC designation.
The CEBS Program is an 8-part series designed for individuals who will work with employee benefits. Note that many risk managers are responsible for their corporations' employee benefit plans. Students who do well in RMIN 5110 should be able to pass Parts l and 2 of the CEBS exams after a modest amount of extra reading. The department provides exam fee reimbursement for students who pass any of the CEBS exams.
Designations are available through LOMA (Life Office Management Association).
LOMA (Life Office Management Association) offers various designations that are helpful for insurance and financial industry professionals as well as students who are interested in furthering their knowledge prior to entering the financial services industry. Some of the designations offered through LOMA are:
Designations are available through the Academy for Healthcare Management.
The Academy for Healthcare Management offers industry-wide educational programs focusing on the unique complexities associated with managed healthcare. Their programs focus on cross-training in all areas of managed care. The designations offered are through a two-tiered program. One would first complete the introductory program and achieve their Professional, Academy for Healthcare Management (PAHM) designation. The advanced program would lead to the Fellow, Academy for Healthcare Management (FAHM) designation.
For information related to networking and recruitment. The Office of Undergraduate Student Services in Terry College can tell you all about alumni panels, Employer of the Day, Terry Talks, New Student Welcome, mentorships, and many other opportunities to connect you with recruiters and alumni.
For information related to resumés and interviewing. The UGA Career Center is your best resource for resumé writing tips, career fairs, business etiquette advice, mock interviews, and countless other opportunities for professional development.