International Insurance Markets
Network with industry professionals in not one, but two amazing destinations
The International Insurance Markets program offers students the opportunity to explore two of the top insurance markets in the world. London is an ideal place for students to learn about insurance company operations, the Lloyd’s of London insurance market, global risk management strategies and the various roles of industry participants. It is a unique market that offers a broad spectrum of alternatives for risk managers. As a strong complement, Bermuda has risen to be the second most important market since the 1970’s. Its growth and reputation are due primarily to the facilities available to support captive insurers and other alternative risk financing mechanisms. Experience the warm winds and beautiful beaches of Bermuda and the best of London’s urban charms while expanding your understanding of international business and the global insurance market!
Key information
Application information
Risk Management
Haskayne School of Business: Risk Management program
Have questions?
For more information, please contact the program instructor, Anne Kleffner kleffner@ucalgary.ca
or the Haskayne Program Administrator, Angie Miglialo angie.miglialo@haskayne.ucalgary.ca.
For application and registration support, please contact group.study@ucalgary.ca
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Program Details
Questions about these courses should be directed to the program instructor.
Please note: course descriptions are tentative and subject to change.
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Courses Offered
Students on this program are required to take:
RMIN 559.02: Selected topics: International Insurance Markets (3 credits)
and will choose one of the following two options:
MGST 597.08: Directed Study (3 credits)
UNIV 501.25: Experiential Learning (3 credits)This program provides 2 courses (6 units) in total.
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Prerequisites
RMIN 559.02: RMIN 317 or consent of department
MGST 597.XX: consent of department
UNIV 501.XX: consent of department
For a detailed itinerary, click here.
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Pre-departure
Date TBD, Calgary: Mandatory pre-departure orientation from Global Learning
May 13, 15, 20 & 22, Calgary: Mandatory pre-departure academic sessions
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In-field
May 26-27: Travel to Bermuda
May 28-June 1: Bermuda - TBD
June 2-3: Travel to London
June 4-7: London - TBD
June 8: Return to Calgary or further travel
For a comprehensive program itinerary, please click here
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Post-field
Submission of Final Paper
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Costs
The estimated cost of the International Insurance Markets Group Study Program is $XXXX (TBA). This includes tuition, airfare, field trips, local transportation, accommodations and meals.
For the full cost breakdown and payment deadlines, please see the program Student Cost Summary (TBA).
Important information regarding deposit payments: Deposits are non-refundable. Deposits secure your space in the program and allows payment for logistical arrangements to be made in advance.
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Funding
Our office administers several awards, including the Global Access Fund (based on a funding-first model where students apply prior to committing to a global learning program) and the Global Learning Award (students apply after being accepted to a global learning program; the amount varies year-to-year as the money is split among chosen recipients). Students may only receive these awards once. Please see the funding page, linked here, for more information.
This program is partially funded by the Haskayne School of Business Student Experience Funds. These funds are administered by the Faculty.
Students are also eligible to apply for the William H. McGannon Foundation scholarships. Find more information, dates and links to the application here.
Student loans: If you qualify for student loans, your program should qualify. We are able to provide you with a letter confirming your participation in the program for funding purposes. Please email group.study@ucalgary.ca to request a letter.
Please note that eligibility for student loans is determined by your loans provider.
All accommodations will be safe, clean and appropriate for student groups.
For more information, please contact the program instructor or Haskayne program administrator.
This program is open to all Haskayne School of Business students in good academic standing with the appropriate pre-requisite courses. Preference is given to RMIN concentration students. Actuarial Science students in 3rd year or above will also be considered.
Applications will be considered when all required documents are received.
Announcements on whether you have been selected to the program will not be distributed until after the November 12 deadline.
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Written application questions
All Group Study Programs have general questions about how the program will meet your goals (academic reasons, personal interest, career prospects, etc.), how you plan to finance your program, and coping skills for travelling abroad. These questions are designed to help narrow down your motivation for applying and why you should be selected.
Note: Because the online application will time out after one hour, we recommend that you "save" your application, copy the questions into a Word document to compose your answers, check for spelling, grammar and word count, and then paste it into the online application.
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Unofficial Transcript
Download an unofficial transcript from your Student Centre. Click here for a step-by-step guide to access your unofficial transcript.
You will be asked to upload your transcript as a PDF in the online application.
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Meeting with the Instructor
You may be asked to meet with the professor to determine if you are a good fit for the program. If that is the case, you will be contacted by the instructor for a meeting.
Please ensure that you have read the Group Study Program General FAQs thoroughly before applying.
Insurance is seen as a conservative industry [in Canada] but after having the chance to explore it on a global scale, I realized that there are a lot of exciting and dynamic opportunities, making a career in this field more enticing.
Katee (2016 participant)
Getting started
Program-Specific Info Sessions
Info sessions are scheduled for every Group Study Program. Attending an info session is not required to apply, but strongly recommended as it will give you an opportunity to meet the instructor and learn more about the travel experience.
We also recommend watching Global Learning 101 for general information.
Global Learning Advising
If you have questions about this program, you can meet with one of our Global Learning Advisors by emailing group.study@ucalgary.ca or booking an appointment through the link below.
1. Select "Advising"
2. Select “Study Abroad”
3. Select “Book by Appointment Type”
4. Select your program advisor to view available times.
Academic Advising
Before applying to study abroad, you should ask your academic advisor how a Group Study Program might align with your degree.
After you are accepted, you should ask your academic advisor more specific questions about courses/credits. It’s also recommended to follow up with your advisor again once you return to Calgary.
Start your application
Once you have gathered everything you need, you can begin your application!
Please note: Applications will not be considered complete until all required documents are submitted in full.
International travel presents challenges that may not be found when attending classes on campus. There may be a lack of resources, emergency services, hospitals, accessibility issues and/or demands on the physical and the mental self, all of which can challenge individuals when away from their usual support systems and structures. Adequate preparation is essential.
For this reason, it is imperative that you evaluate all aspects of your own physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual condition against the rigors of the particular global learning program you are selecting. If you are unsure of whether or not this program is a good fit for you and/or if you have any circumstances that could impede your enjoyment of the program, please contact us. Our Global Learning Advisors will be happy to assist in finding the best options for you and arrange any supports or accommodations necessary to ensure your success.
If you have or are seeking a certificate from Student Accessibility Services, you should provide this early to your Global Learning Advisor to ensure that the option that you are seeking can support your needs.
Please note: All participants must adhere to COVID-19 and other vaccination-related requirements for the destinations visited on this program. Failure to do so may have consequences such as being denied access to accommodation/housing, program activities, or to the host country itself.