IFRS 17 requires that risks inherent in the cash flows of the insurance contracts are considered in measurement, differentiating between financial risks and non-financial risks. While the financial risks are measured at their current (estimated) market value, non-financial risks are measured at “the compensation that the entity requires for bearing the uncertainty about the amount […]

This session aims at explaining the evolution of the Volatility Adjustment (VA) under the current formula versus the new formula following the SII review and how the deficiencies have been addressed. We also focus on how to manage basis risk coming from the VA as part of the ORSA. Anmeldeschluss: 2024-02-20

To enhance the applicability of the PAA, judgment of the details of the eligibility criteria is needed. We will discuss those details and the hurdles included. Further, we will discuss the details of the PAA measurement particularly in comparison with traditional methods which might be applied as approximation. The combination of the simplified approach together […]

The objective of this web session is to give an overview of these Cash Balance mechanisms and illustrate some interesting actuarial problems of the topic. In a first part, we will define the concept of CB and compare it with other pension schemes. We will present advantages and disadvantages for all the parties. We will […]

Technology drives actuarial calculations. The more and better we are able to calculate risks due to advances in technology, the regulators and auditors expect to see this embedded into companies. This session will focus on State of the Art Technology in Actuarial Science.   Technological improvements have the goal to make our day-to-day jobs easier […]

Credit risk arises from the potential that a borrower or counterparty fails to meet its financial obligations. This can be related to a deterioration of the financial or liquidity position of the counterparty ultimately leading to default. The sources and propagation of credit risk can be both specific and systemic. Insurers and banks are significantly […]

Solvency II-Review was initiated in February 2019 with Commission’s request for technical advice to EIOPA. This advice constituted the basis for Commission’s proposal for an amendment of the SII-framework and the proposal to deal with recovery and resolution in a separate Directive. Council and later Parliament proposed numerous amendments to these proposals. These have been […]

In today's data-driven world, the ability to extract insights from vast amounts of data is a critical skill for managers. This course provides an introduction to data science principles and techniques, empowering managers to make informed decisions and drive organizational success. The purpose of this course is to equip managers with the knowledge and practical […]

The present training is concerned with the question of economic capital in corporate management. Key aspects are economic valuation and performance economic steering key performance indicators value based management A simplified case study for a life insurer shows in a nutshell the central aspects of corporate management in practice. The course consists of lectures and […]

The seminar will alternate between methodological concepts, practical examples and case studies in order to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the techniques presented.   The instructor-led sessions will take place online over four days between 9:00 and 12:30.   The participants will be requested to look at 14 e-learning capsules (of around 30 minutes each): […]

The web session will cover the guidance of IFRS 17 specific for reinsurance contracts, explain their meaning and background, and discuss practical challenges in implementing the guidance. Further, some exemplary challenges arising from applying the general guidance to reinsurance contracts, particularly more complex forms, are explained. The session will focus mainly on risk cessions, i.e. […]