Isenberg Insurance Academy
Finance
The objective of the Insurance Academy at the Isenberg School of Management, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, is to foster collaborative alliances with insurance companies, professionals in the i
The objective of the Insurance Academy at the Isenberg School of Management, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, is to foster collaborative alliances with insurance companies, professionals in the insurance field, and trade associations. These partnerships are aimed at advancing the quality of insurance education, enhancing its practical application, and contributing to innovation. By working closely with the insurance sector, the Insurance Academy seeks to create, sustain, and oversee educational and professional networks. These networks will serve as valuable resources for students pursuing careers in the insurance industry.
Opportunities available to students in the Insurance Academy Club include:
- Professional development (resume review, mock interviews)
- Networking with industry representatives
- Social and wellness events (dinners with club members, outdoor adventures)
- Volunteerism (fundraising, supporting local non-profits)
- Specialized learning opportunities (insurance analytics, data science, insurance foundations, Python programming)
- Site visits to sponsoring companies’ headquarters
- Spring banquet held at the UMass Club in Boston