Exam P is a three–hour multiple–choice examination and is offered via computer–based testing (CBT). It's the first step toward being an actuary.
The syllabus for Exam P develops the candidate's knowledge of the fundamental probability tools for quantitatively assessing risk. The application of these tools to problems encountered in actuarial science is emphasized. A thorough command of the supporting calculus is assumed. Additionally, a very basic knowledge of insurance and risk management is assumed.
Candidates are expected to spend more than 300 hours studing and practice on this exam. The pass rate is around 45%
This course is taught by Yodharin Monplub. Professor Yodharin Monplub has an almost ASA qualification from the SOA, with only FAP left. The following are his exams qualification:
SOA: P FM IFM SRM STAM LTAM
CAS: 1 2 3/F MAS1 MAS2
At a young age of 22, he is now a full time teacher with over 4 years of teaching experience.
There are 7 sections on this exam.
This will cover all of exam P syllabus
Exam P Section 1 Basic probability, Conditional probability, Independence, Combinatoric and Permutation
Exam P Section 2 Random variable, PDF and CDF
Exam P Section 3 Expectation and Variance
Exam P Section 4 Frequently use discrete distribution
Exam P Section 5 Frequently use continuous distribution
Exam P Section 6 Joint, Marginal and Conditional distribution
Exam P Section 7 Transformation of variable
Practice Questions
Many practice questions to prepare students for exam P. The difficulty is similar to the real exam P sitting.