What an AIDA can do for you
“As insurance professionals, you are always interacting with data scientists and this designation helps to connect the dots between insurance professionals and data scientists.”
WidMaylleur Gedeon MBA, CPCU, AIDA Rideshare/On-Demand Program Manager
60% of insurers say their companies are already data driven.
58% of insurers identify finding big data training, skills and capabilities as a challenge.
92% of insurers cite predictive modeling as an essential driver of performance.
AIDA at a Glance
The first step towards earning your AIDA designation is to complete and pass the exam for these two core courses.
- AIDA 181: Big Data Analytics for Risk and Insurance
- AIDA 182: Risk and Insurance Analysis Techniques
Take control of your learning path. Choose one of the courses below relevant to your career goals.
- AIC 47: Claims Leadership and Organizational Alignment
- ARM 400: Risk in an Evolving World
- AU 67: Strategic Underwriting Techniques
- CPCU 520: Connecting the Business of Insurance Operations
- Cyber 301: Managing Cyber Risk
Complete the following course offered at no-cost, to acquire the decision-making tools to maintain ethical standards and preserve the public’s trust.
- 311: Ethical Decision Making in Risk and Insurance
If you are interested in CPCU, complete Ethical Guidelines for CPCUs.
Still Wondering if AIDA is Right for You?
Here are some final facts to help you decide if this is the right designation for your role as well as your future career goals.
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Who should take AIDA?
- Underwriters
- Claim managers
- Insurance data managers
- Business managers/executives
- Regulatory compliance specialists
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Does earning this designation give me credit toward others?
Completing this program may earn you credit toward:
- Associate in Commercial Underwriting (AU)
- Associate in Claims (AIC)
- Associate in Risk Management (ARM)
- CPCU
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Are there public classes available for this designation?
For select designations and courses, instructor-led classes are available both in-person and online. Find out if this designation has classes available near you.
Additional Resources
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My Courses
When you're working toward your educational goals, it's important to stay focused and create a schedule that works for you.
That’s why you can quickly and easily access your online courses online, anytime, so you can get what you need to develop the skills your role requires.
Within your online course you will have access to:
- Course assignments
- Glossary of key terms
- Practice exams and more
Is a Designation Worth It?
If you have questions about whether to pursue a designation versus an MBA, why our students choose our programs, or where to begin, we’ve got the answers! Download our guide, “Take Your Career to the Next Level,” to learn why a designation is worth the investment.
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