Bachelor of Science in Risk Management and Insurance - Business Information Systems

The Risk Management and Insurance major at Illinois State University is a premier, nationally known program that prepares students for a number of different careers in insurance and risk management. The Business Information Systems sequence enables students to combine a general insurance background with skills in computer programming, systems analysis, and systems design. Insurance allows policyholders the ability to shift the financial burden of unpredictable loss caused by natrual catastrophes and other perils. To facilitate the transfer of risk, insurers employ a variety of professionals to estimate policyholder premiums and manage financial resources to promptly settle claims when they occur. An important component to facilitate the provision of insurance is information technology and data management, creating a significant need for business information systems graduates.

High School Diploma. 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.