Making the Grade: The Aspiring Actuary's Guidebook to Consistent Exam Success and Advancement in the

This book was written specifically for actuarial students and those who are considering an actuarial career. Its primary focus is on suggested techniques to use in order to maximize success on the exams. It also includes consolidated information on the various actuarial organizations in the United States and Canada. The final chapter features an introduction to other non-technical skills which are critical to longer-term success in the actuarial profession. The Third Edition has been updated to address: computer-based testing; the Society of Actuaries' use of online education; updated membership statistics; the CERA path to Associateship; CAS exam changes for 2011; updated website resources; the replacement of printed catalogs with websites; changes within ASPA; and minor changes to the preliminary exams and FAP.