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Insurance Risk Management BBA/MBA

Insurance Risk Management prepares you for jobs all over the world. As a business-focused university, NU is a perfect fit for those looking to go into the insurance industry.

Our advice: differentiate yourself from other school’s graduates. An IRM degree at Northwood University secures a “first to be hired” opportunity at an insurance company, brokerage or agency.

The expansive insurance industry includes careers at insurance companies, brokerage houses and insurance agencies. You will study the latest tools, technologies and best practices, and gain critical real-world experience in the field all with the opportunity to earn the AINS Insurance Industry Designation – credential letters behind your name.

Complete your major in 4 years with an accelerated BBA/MBA track. You can earn both a bachelor’s and master’s degree before you leave NU, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

The Career Services Center can assist you with career exploration, confident and professional self-marketing, LinkedIn networking, developing successful job search techniques, interview preparation and our Northwood University Career Resources.

We provide many career-related activities and events, including our Career Fairs, Business Etiquette Dinner program, on-campus interviews, employer information sessions and professional workshops.

We offer numerous resources for our NU students and alumni. Take advantage of our variety of opportunities.

As an alumnus, you have Career Services for Life; create an account using your personal email address.

Coaching
Together we can create a career plan based on industry information, or simply identify elements that you value in a job. We will look at skills, talents, interests, passions and values, and the current employment landscape.

Job Search
Northwood University gives you exclusive access to premier career services tools, including top job boards for students and alumni.

Resume Assistance
We will review your resume and cover letter to ensure correct grammar and formatting, and that nothing is left out — and it will be ready to go!

Mentoring
NU BlueLink is Northwood University’s premier alumni networking tool.

Reconnect with old friends from your area, seek mentoring opportunities, access relevant job and internship opportunities and read the latest university news.

Cover Letters
We will review your cover letter to ensure correct grammar and formatting. Schedule an appointment on Handshake with one of our team members!

Interview Prep
We will help you prepare for your interview! Review commonly asked interview questions and practice with one of our team members.

PSW Opportunity

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

Contact our PSA counselor for more information

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Criteria for Admissions

Cumulative high school and/or college GPA
ACT Composite Score and/or SAT Critical Reading + Math Score
Extracurricular activities, community involvement and work experience
Test scores optional — with no test scores:

CGPA 2.7 or higher: admitted in good standing

CGPA 2.5-2.699: provisional admission

CGPA 2.0-2.499: students are reviewed by the Admissions Committee to determine probationary admission

When test scores are available, the combination of test scores and CGPA may improve the admission status of students with CGPAs 2.0-2.699.

TOEFlL

61 (iBT)
500 (iTP/iTP China Plus)
(NU may interview or reassess students upon arrival)

IELTS

6.0 overall band score

Cambridge English Tests

FCE or CAE (minimum score of B2)

ACT/SAT

ACT – 18 for both composite and English sub-score
SAT – 940 Overall; 460 for Evidence-based Reading and Writing

PTE Academic

48 (minimum score)

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