Risk Management and Insurance at Florida Atlantic University is about understanding how individuals and organizations identify, assess, and manage risk. You’ll learn the foundations of property and liability insurance, life and health insurance, government insurance programs, personal financial planning, and employee benefits. This area of study prepares you to help people and businesses protect what matters most and plan for the future.
About Risk Management and Insurance at FAU
At Florida Atlantic, you’ll gain practical knowledge through a focused certificate program that covers the essentials of risk management and insurance in just three courses. The curriculum is designed to open doors to a wide range of careers, from underwriting and claims adjusting to financial management and consulting. You’ll also benefit from the university’s strong connections to South Florida’s business community and a program that’s recognized on your transcript—no bachelor’s degree required to earn the certificate.
Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic
Undergraduate
- Certificate in Risk Management and Insurance
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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
2. Prepare students for diverse careers in insurance, financial services, and consulting.
3. Equip students to provide personal financial planning and employee benefits counseling.
2. Analyze and manage risk for individuals and organizations.
3. Communicate insurance and risk management solutions to clients and employers.
4. Demonstrate readiness for roles such as underwriter, claims adjuster, risk analyst, or financial planner.
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