Boston University Metropolitan College

Develop in-demand skills for an evolving industry with a Master of Science in Insurance Management

Receive a cutting-edge management education with a master’s degree from a top-ranked research university. Study part-time online, on campus, or in a blended format. No GRE/GMAT required.

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The Master of Science in Insurance Management is designed specifically for professionals who have earned designation as a Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU).

If this describes you, you can complete just eight courses and gain the advanced leadership knowledge required to handle high-level responsibilities and achieve career advancement. You’ll also gain a mastery of forward-thinking management principles in accounting, finance, and operations.

Are you ready to expand your career options? An MS in Insurance Management can make that possible.

#10 Best Online Master’s in Business Programs (Excluding MBA)

Accredited member of AACSB International
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (through BU’s Questrom School of Business)

#4, America’s Top Online Colleges

Program

Here’s what you need to know:

BU MET’s MS in Insurance Management will bring your career to the next level.

MS in Insurance Management

Offered through BU MET’s Department of Administrative Sciences, the MS in Insurance Management builds upon the professional expertise of those who hold the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) credential, cultivating the advanced management knowledge required to handle high-level responsibilities and to achieve career advancement. Holders of the CPCU credential can earn the master’s degree by completing just eight courses.

Students who complete the master’s degree in Insurance Management will be able to demonstrate:

Business knowledge and competence in incorporating insurance management decisions in developing a company’s business strategy.
Knowledge on how to position insurance management to the critical differentiators facing the insurance industry in the years ahead, such as (i) digital transformation of the insurance processes that can be automated; (ii) balancing the data management with the privacy concern of the customers; (iii) developing and implementing flexible business models for personalization by offering policies and prices to suit the needs and lifestyle of the individual; (iv) risk avoidance and positive reinforcement of behavior shaping; (v) knowledge on how to build hyper-connected solid customer communities online and offline; and (vi) knowledge on how to transform insurance offerings into integrated ecosystems to address customers’ lifestyle needs.
Knowledge of crucial insurance management issues and tools needed for analyzing and defining the importance of insurance-related decisions and their implementation by the customers and the service providers.

Students in the program have the option to concentrate in Applied Business Analytics; Corporate Finance; Project, Program & Portfolio Management; or Supply Chain Management.

Program Highlights

BU’s Master’s in Insurance Management is highly ranked. Here are a few reasons why:

Flexibility

Study part-time at the pace and place that works for you, completely online, evenings on campus, or in a blended format.

Affordability

MET offers merit scholarships to help finance your degree. No GRE or GMAT required.

15:1 Class Ratio

Enjoy an exceptional student-to-instructor ratio, ensuring close interaction with faculty and access to the support you need to thrive.

Extensive Network

Study alongside peers and professionals from all backgrounds, learn from faculty who have valuable contacts across several sectors, and benefit from an alumni community with strong professional connections.

Active Learning Environment

Case studies and real-world projects combine in-depth, practical experience with the critical skills needed to remain on the forefront of business and management.

Career Counseling

MET’s Career Development office and BU’s Center for Career Development offer a variety of job-hunting resources, including one-on-one career counseling by appointment for both online and on-campus students.

Engaged, connected faculty

Over the course of your BU MET program, you’ll benefit from working closely with highly qualified faculty and seasoned industry leaders in a wide range of business and management fields. Each one is committed to teaching the latest technologies within the framework of ideas, concepts, and methods that drive innovation.

The Boston University reputation

When you have a degree from Boston University, that means something. Named to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), BU is one of the top research universities in the United States and Canada. And as a graduate, you’ll be able to take that name with you. Always.

A city unlike any other

There’s a reason we’re called Boston University. Hip neighborhoods, soaring skyscrapers, championship sports teams, and rich history and culture. When you’re at BU, you’re at the heart of it all. And because we’re right in Boston, you’ll have a wealth of opportunities to consider for your field of study or area of special interest.

Career Outlook

BU MET – For those who want to lead

Earning an MS in Insurance Management has propelled our graduates to positions far and wide.

Recent graduates have established their careers at:

AIG
Liberty Mutual Insurance
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
Geico
State Farm
Nationwide
Amica Mutual Insurance
Allstate
The Hartford
USAA
Lennox International

Potential careers:

Insurance underwriter
Financial manager
Financial analyst
Claims manager
Insurance examiner
Innovation analyst
Risk consultant
Business continuity planners
Management analyst
Operations research analyst
Accountant and auditor
Loan officer
Budget analyst

Outlook:

Employment of financial analysts is projected to grow 8% from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Increased demand for accountants and auditors is expected to result in about 67,400 new jobs over the decade from 2022-2032. About 126,500 openings each year, on average, are projected to come from growth and replacement needs.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

$131,200

Mean annual wage for management occupations, May 2022

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Earning a master’s was always something that I wanted to do. I chose Boston University because of the AACSB accreditation and its connection to my CPCU designation, which I earned in 2006.

Allen Chaves (MET’23)

Assistant VP, Personal Lines Product, Arbella Insurance

Boston University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.).

Develop in-demand skills for an evolving industry with a Master of Science in Insurance Management

Ready to advance your career?

Here’s what you need to know:

Is a Master’s in Insurance Management right for you?

BU’s Master’s in Insurance Management is highly ranked. Here are a few reasons why:

Ready to further your career in insurance management?

BU MET – For those who want to lead

Recent graduates have established their careers at:

Potential careers:

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$131,200

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