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11:43, 22 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Goldburd.Comments (content was: "'''Reading''': Goldburd, M.; Khare, A.; Tevet, D.; and Guller, D., "Generalized Linear Models for Insurance Rating,", CAS Monograph #5, 2nd ed., Chapters 8 & 9. '''Synopsis''': We'll learn about the importance of good model documentation (including what's involved in that) and discuss some scenarios where a GLM may fall short. [https://battleacts8.ca/8/forum/index.php?p=/categories/Goldburd-Comments<span style="font-size: 12px; background-color: lightgrey; border: solid; bord...")
11:42, 22 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Goldburd.Interactions (content was: "'''Reading''': Goldburd, M.; Khare, A.; Tevet, D.; and Guller, D., "Generalized Linear Models for Insurance Rating,", CAS Monograph #5, 2nd ed., Chapter 5. Section 6 '''Synopsis''': In this article you'll learn what an interaction is and be able to describe the three types of interactions between variables which can occur. You'll also learn how to read GLM output to determine if an interaction is significant and find the appropriate model relativities. [https://battleacts8.ca...")
11:41, 22 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Goldburd.ModelBuilding (content was: "'''Reading''': Goldburd, M.; Khare, A.; Tevet, D.; and Guller, D., "Generalized Linear Models for Insurance Rating,", CAS Monograph #5, 2nd ed., Chapter 3. '''Synopsis''': This is a short read that goes over the life cycle of a predictive model. [https://battleacts8.ca/8/forum/index.php?p=/categories/Goldburd-ModelBuilding...")
11:40, 22 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Goldburd.Validation (content was: "'''Reading''': Goldburd, M.; Khare, A.; Tevet, D.; and Guller, D., "Generalized Linear Models for Insurance Rating,", CAS Monograph #5, 2nd ed., Chapter 7. '''Synopsis''': Here we learn how to compare models regardless of whether they were produced using a GLM. All we need is a set of (unseen) historical data and the ability to run it through each model. We'll look at various graphical ways to assess which model provides a better fit. [https://battleacts8.ca/8/forum/index.php...")
11:40, 22 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Goldburd.DataPrep (content was: "'''Reading''': Goldburd, M.; Khare, A.; Tevet, D.; and Guller, D., "Generalized Linear Models for Insurance Rating,", CAS Monograph #5, 2nd ed., Chapter 4. '''Synopsis''': In this article you'll learn to strategize your model building by laying the groundwork for a successful build. You'll gain an appreciation of the steps involved in preparing the data so it's ready to go into a model, and understand how to effectively use your data so you can later measure model performance....")
11:39, 22 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Goldburd.ModelRefinement (content was: "'''Reading''': Goldburd, M.; Khare, A.; Tevet, D.; and Guller, D., "Generalized Linear Models for Insurance Rating,", CAS Monograph #5, 2nd ed., Chapter 6. '''Synopsis''': This is core material for the modeling process. You'll learn how to decide if a variable is actually helping improve the predictive accuracy of the model via several statistical tests and summary plots. You'll also begin to learn how to compare different models to determine which is best and discuss tools f...")
11:38, 22 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Goldburd.ModelSelection (content was: "'''Reading''': Goldburd, M.; Khare, A.; Tevet, D.; and Guller, D., "Generalized Linear Models for Insurance Rating,", CAS Monograph #5, 2nd ed., Chapter 5, Sections 1 - 5. '''Synopsis''': In this article you'll learn about transforming the target variable to account for large losses, catastrophes, and other features such as loss development and trend. You'll also learn what a partial residual plot is and ways to improve your model fit through analyzing these plots. [https://b...")
11:37, 22 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Goldburd.Basics (content was: "'''Reading''': Goldburd, M.; Khare, A.; Tevet, D.; and Guller, D., "Generalized Linear Models for Insurance Rating,", CAS Monograph #5, 2nd ed., Chapters 1 and 2. '''Synopsis''': This article gives a solid grounding in the foundations of generalized linear modeling. All of the material is directly testable but there is a lot of it so don't expect it to all come up on any one exa...", and the only contributor was "Graham" (talk))
10:56, 20 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Bernegger.Exposure (content was: "'''Reading''': Bernegger, S., "Swiss Re Curves and the MBBEFD Distribution Class" '''Synopsis''': The paper introduces functions for modelling loss distributions. The functions (curves) are fitted either using the first two moments or a loss distribution, or by using the first moment and the probability of a total loss. [https://battleacts8.ca/8/forum/index.php?p=/categories/Bernegger-Exposure<span style="font-size: 12px; background-color: lightgrey; border: solid; border-wid...")
10:56, 20 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Bernegger (content was: "'''Reading''': Bernegger, S., "Swiss Re Curves and the MBBEFD Distribution Class" '''Synopsis''': The paper introduces functions for modelling loss distributions. The functions (curves) are fitted either using the first two moments or a loss distribution, or by using the first moment and the probability of a total loss. ==Study Tips== ...your insights... '''Estimated st...", and the only contributor was "M5fun599" (talk))
10:56, 20 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Robertson.HazardGroups (content was: "'''Reading''': Robertson, J. P., "NCCIs 2007 Hazard Group Mapping" '''Synopsis''': This is a detailed article on the use of a cluster analysis to produce a set of homogeneous and distinct hazard groups for workers compensation insurance. It describes the reasons for performing the analysis, how the analysis was actually computed, plus the various decisions made and alternative routes explored during the analysis. It concludes with a description of how underwriters helped to va...")
10:55, 20 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Grossi.Overview (content was: "'''Reading''': Grossi & Kunreuther, Chapters 2–6 including errata '''Synopsis''': This article presents an overview of catastrophe modelling and examines the four components of a catastrophe model in depth. [https://battleacts8.ca/8/forum/index.php?p=/categories/Grossi-Overview'''Forum'''] ==Study Tips== This sho...")
10:55, 20 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Grossi.CATModels (content was: "'''Reading''': Grossi & Kunreuther, Chapters 2–6 including errata '''Synopsis''': In this reading we cover the two types of uncertainty and two ways of incorporating it within a catastrophe model. We also look at the regulatory environment for the use of catastrophe models and briefly consider how catastrophe modelling may help with insurance portfolio management. [https://battleacts8.ca/8/forum/index.php?p=/categories/Grossi-CATModels<span style="font-size: 12px; backgroun...")
10:55, 20 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Grossi.Curves (content was: "'''Reading''': Grossi & Kunreuther, Chapters 2–6 including errata '''Synopsis''': In this section we cover the three types of exceedance probability curves, learning how to calculate them and apply them in the context of both an insurer and a reinsurer. We conclude by looking at some of the issues arising with portfolio management and how catastrophe modelling may help address them. [https://battleacts8.ca/8/forum/index.php?p=/categories/Grossi-Curves<span style="font-size:...")
10:54, 20 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Clark.Reinsurance (content was: "'''Reading''': Basics of Reinsurance Pricing (CAS Study Note), Section 1. '''Synopsis''': This article gives a brief overview of pricing two types of reinsurance - quota and surplus share treaties. It then explores some of the adjustable features of reinsurance which are aimed at giving the reinsurer a measure of control over the profitability of a treaty. [https://battleacts8.ca/8/forum/index.php?p=/categories/Clark-Reinsurance<span style="font-size: 12px; background-color:...")
10:54, 20 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Clark.AggModels (content was: "'''Reading''': Clark, D. R., "Basics of Reinsurance Pricing," CAS Study Note, Revised 2014. Section 4. '''Synopsis''': We look at aggregate distribution models including empirical approaches, single distribution methods, ways of combining frequency and severity, and Panjer's Recursive Algorithm for low frequency situations. [https://battleacts8.ca/8/forum/index.php?p=/categories/Clark-AggModels<span style="font-size: 12px; background-color: lightgrey; border: solid; border-wi...")
10:54, 20 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Clark.PropPerRisk (content was: "'''Reading''': Clark, D. R., "Basics of Reinsurance Pricing," CAS Study Note, Revised 2014. Section 2. '''Synopsis''': This article covers experience and exposure rating for property per risk reinsurance treaties. It also covers issues associated with these pricing methods such as free cover and inuring reinsurance. An important takeaway is learning how to split an excess of loss treaty into an experience rated piece and an exposure rated piece to avoid free cover. [https://b...")
10:54, 20 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Clark.CasPerOcc (content was: "'''Reading''': Clark, D. R., "Basics of Reinsurance Pricing," CAS Study Note, Revised 2014. Section 3. '''Synopsis''': This article parallels ''Clark.PropPerRisk'' but covers casualty per occurrence treaties instead. You'll learn about experience and exposure rating for these types of treaty. We'll also cover working with umbrella policies, swing plans and aggregate annual deductibles. [https://battleacts8.ca/8/forum/index.php?p=/categories/Clark-CasPerOcc<span style="fon...")
10:53, 20 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Clark.PropertyCAT (content was: "'''Reading''': Clark, D. R., "Basics of Reinsurance Pricing," CAS Study Note, Revised 2014. Sections 5 and 6. '''Synopsis''': This article covers a mix of key concepts for property catastrophe treaties and alternate risk products (finite reinsurance). There are lots of technical definitions to learn but the techniques used are manageable/intuitive. It finishes with a discussion on reinsurer expenses. [https://battleacts8.ca/8/forum/index.php?p=/categories/Clark-PropertyCat<sp...")
10:53, 20 May 2024 Graham talk contribs deleted page Excel Problems (content was: "__NOTOC__ Battleacts is here to help you prepare for not only the syllabus content but also the exam environment. Now that the CAS has moved to Computer Based Testing (CBT) with Pearson VUE we're providing Excel files which feel like the exam experience. As more information is made available about the testing experience we'll update the files accordingly. To get the most out of these files you should attempt each exam under timed conditions and then grade yourself carefully an...")
23:31, 14 March 2023 Graham talk contribs created page Forum Response Times (Created page with ":{| class='wikitable' |- ! Time Block !! Length !! From !! To !! 2023-Spring Forum is Monitored this often: |- || A || roughly 6 weeks || end of exam week || posting of exam results || once per week |- || B || roughly 6 weeks || posting of exam results || Jan 31 || twice per week |- style='background-color: lightgreen;' || C || roughly 8 weeks || Feb 1 || Mar 30 || 3 times per week |- || D || roughly 6 weeks || Apr 1 || May 8 || daily |} '''Note (to candidates)''': If y...")
18:58, 22 June 2022 Graham talk contribs created page Summer Surprise (Created page with "{| class='wikitable' |- || '''Hint:''' Look for the <span style="color: green; background-color: navajowhite; border-radius: 24px; padding: 5px 10px 10px 10px; margin-bottom:...")
14:43, 2 August 2021 Graham talk contribs created page MediaWiki:Common.js (Created page with "Any JavaScript here will be loaded for all users on every page load.: /** * @source https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Snippets/Open_specific_links_in_new_window * @version...")
14:17, 19 June 2021 Graham talk contribs created page BattleActs PowerPack (Created page with "=='''Breaking News:''' The ''BattleActs PowerPack'' is online!== Super-charge your learning with our '''4 Power Statio...")
21:34, 31 December 2020 Graham talk contribs created page Excel Problems (Created page with "__NOTOC__ Battleacts is here to help you prepare for not only the syllabus content but also the exam environment. Now that the CAS has moved to Computer Based Testing (CBT) wi...")
15:44, 15 December 2020 Graham talk contribs created page On BattleDay (Created page with "COMING SOON")
11:44, 14 December 2020 Graham talk contribs deleted page AllAboutExam8 (content before blanking was: "==How is Exam 8 Different== There are a few things to be aware of about Exam 8. The more you know about the exam, the more likely you will be successful. * The material covered in Exam 8 may seem relatively easy for so...")
15:58, 23 July 2020 Graham talk contribs created page Intro to BattleActs - Exam 8 (Created page with "{| class='wikitable' style="background-color: lightblue;" |- | '''''Welcome to BattleActs… a comprehensive study system that will help you organize and start studying FAST a...")
11:30, 14 July 2020 Graham talk contribs created page MediaWiki:Sidebar (Created page with " * navigation ** BattleBriefings|Ranking Table ** mainpage|mainpage-description ** recentchanges-url|recentchanges ** randompage-url|randompage ** helppage|help-mediawiki * SE...")
15:36, 10 July 2020 Graham talk contribs created page Returning Users (Created page with "===Deleted Readings Fall 2020=== The following readings have been '''deleted''' from the Fall 2020 Syllabus. Do not reread these! : {| class...")
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