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ASLI 321: Managing Risks with Surplus Lines Coverage

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Overview

Overview

Learn about the types of property and liability insurance written in the surplus lines market so you can help clients fill critical coverage gaps. Gain a solid understanding of coverage options in specialty areas such as marine, aviation, environmental and cyber loss, and learn how to recommend solutions for managing hard-to-place risks.

4-6 WEEKS
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Skills You’ll Gain

checkmark Fill coverage gaps using common commercial policies to manage client risk.

checkmark Recommend solutions for non-standard risks with a thorough understanding of commercial loss exposures.

checkmark Identify unique personal loss exposures best suited for the surplus lines market to protect your clients.

Ready-Made Career Skills:

  • Surplus Lines
  • Risk Assessment
  • Commercial and Personal Loss Exposures

Assignments

Assignment 1:
Understanding the Scope of Surplus Lines Products
35 Minutes
Assignment 2:
Examining Commercial Property Coverage
1 Hour 10 Minutes
Assignment 3:
Customizing Commercial Property Coverage
45 Minutes
Assignment 4:
Covering Indirect Losses
45 Minutes
Assignment 5:
Protecting Marine and Aviation Exposures
1 Hour 20 Minutes
Assignment 6:
Examining Commercial General Liability Coverage
1 Hour 25 Minutes
Assignment 7:
Meeting Commercial Auto Coverage Needs
1 Hour 10 Minutes
Assignment 8:
Managing Professional Liability
1 Hour 5 Minutes
Assignment 9:
Covering Environmental and Cyber Loss Exposures
1 Hour 5 Minutes
Assignment 10:
Increasing Liability Protection
30 Minutes
Assignment 11:
Managing Personal Risks
50 Minutes
Study Plan

Exam Prep Tools

This course comes with proven, comprehensive study materials to help you take The Institutes Designations' exam with confidence:

  • Online Course and Printed Course Book: Learn in the format that works best for you, depending on the course package you choose.
  • Mobile App: A flexible and convenient way for you to assess your understanding anytime, anywhere.
  • Practice Questions: Test your understanding throughout the course with knowledge checks and exam practice questions designed to reinforce key concepts, identify areas for review, and help you prepare with confidence.
  • Resources: Take advantage of optional learning resources to reinforce your understanding and support your personal study routine.
FAQ

FAQs

  1. Does this course give me credit toward The Institutes Designations?
    • Yes! ASLI 321 is a core course for the Associate in Surplus Lines Insurance (ASLI) designation.
  2. How long does the course take?
    • This course typically takes students 4-6 weeks to complete.
  3. How is The Institutes Designations' exam structured?
    • Virtual exams are timed. You will have 65 minutes to complete 50 questions.
  4. How do testing windows work?
    • We offer The Institutes Designations' exams in 4 testing windows throughout the year.* You can complete your exam at any time in the testing window that you registered for. Access your exam from your account when the window opens and complete any time until 11:59 p.m. ET on the final day of the window.
      • Quarter 1: January 15 – March 15
      • Quarter 2: April 15 – June 15
      • Quarter 3: July 15 – September 15
      • Quarter 4: October 15 – December 15

*Exam windows that close on a weekend will be extended to the following business day.