Advanced Actuarial Qualification Programme – CP, SP & SA
Complete Your Advanced Actuarial Journey with Comprehensive Preparation, Flexible Paper Selection and Academic Support
The Advanced Actuarial Qualification Programme offered by Actuators Educational Institute (AEI) is a comprehensive six-paper preparation package designed for students pursuing advanced actuarial qualifications through the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), UK, or the Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI).
The programme combines three Core Practices (CP) papers, two Specialist Principles (SP) papers and one Specialist Advanced (SA) paper, providing comprehensive academic preparation for the advanced stages of actuarial education.
Students can select their preferred specialist subjects from the options offered by AEI and plan their examination preparation according to their academic requirements.
The programme provides access to the selected paper courses based on the examination term for which the student intends to prepare. Students are not required to follow a compulsory paper sequence, allowing them to organise their preparation according to their preferred examination plans.
The course focuses on developing advanced actuarial knowledge, practical modelling skills, professional communication, specialised technical expertise and actuarial judgement required for professional applications in insurance, pensions, investments, consulting and risk management.
Course Structure – Six Actuarial Papers
The programme includes preparation for the following six actuarial papers:
| Category |
Papers Included |
| Core Practices |
CP1 – Actuarial Practice |
| Core Practices |
CP2 – Modelling Practice |
| Core Practices |
CP3 – Communication Practice |
| Specialist Principles |
Any 2 SP papers from AEI’s available options |
| Specialist Advanced |
Any 1 SA paper from AEI’s available options |
| Total Course Coverage |
6 Actuarial Papers |
Important: The programme is a six-paper course preparation package. Students may plan their examination sequence according to their preferences, subject to their respective actuarial body’s eligibility and examination requirements.
Available Specialist Principles (SP) Papers
Students can choose any two of the following Specialist Principles papers:
| Paper |
Subject |
| SP1 |
Health and Care Principles |
| SP2 |
Life Insurance Principles |
| SP5 |
Investment and Finance Principles |
| SP6 |
Financial Derivatives Principles |
| SP7 |
General Insurance Reserving and Capital Modelling Principles |
| SP8 |
General Insurance Pricing Principles |
The SP papers help students develop specialised knowledge aligned with their academic interests and intended actuarial career paths.
Available Specialist Advanced (SA) Papers
Students can choose any one of the following Specialist Advanced papers:
| Paper |
Subject |
| SA2 |
Life Insurance Specialist Advanced |
| SA3 |
General Insurance Specialist Advanced |
| SA7 |
Investment and Finance Specialist Advanced |
The SA paper develops advanced knowledge, strategic decision-making skills and professional judgement within the student’s selected area of specialisation.
Important: The programme covers two SP papers and one SA paper only. Students must select their subjects from the options offered by AEI.
Course Enrolment & Access Policy
The programme allows students to purchase a comprehensive preparation package covering six actuarial papers.
How Course Access Works
01
Purchase the Programme
Students enrol in the six-paper preparation package through the AEI website or admissions team.
02
Select the Papers
The package includes CP1, CP2, CP3, two selected SP papers and one selected SA paper.
03
Plan Examination Attempts
Students can decide which papers they intend to prepare for in their chosen examination terms.
04
Request Paper Access
Course access is provided for selected papers based on students’ examination preparation requirements.
05
Prepare for the Examination
Students can access the applicable learning resources through the AEI Learning Application during their assigned validity period.
No compulsory first paper or fixed paper sequence is prescribed under this package. Students can plan their examination preparation according to their academic requirements.
Important Access Guidelines
●The package covers six actuarial paper courses.
●Students can plan their examination attempts according to their individual requirements.
●There is no compulsory first paper or fixed examination order prescribed by AEI.
●Access to each selected paper is provided for the relevant examination term.
●Each paper carries its own validity period.
●Students must communicate their paper selection and examination term to AEI for access arrangements.
●Enrolment does not constitute registration for IFoA or IAI examinations.
Course Validity & Extension Policy
Each paper included in the programme carries a validity of one examination term.
Students requiring continued access beyond the original course validity can purchase an extension for the relevant paper.
| Particulars |
Details |
| Initial Course Validity |
One examination term per paper |
| Extension Fee |
₹1,180 per paper per term |
| Extension Validity |
Immediate next applicable examination term |
| Number of Extensions |
Unlimited, subject to applicable charges |
| Extension Applicability |
Each paper is extended separately |
| Additional Extensions |
Separate fee payable for each further term |
How Does the Extension Process Work?
If a student is unable to appear for an examination, does not clear a paper or requires additional preparation time, they may request an extension.
For example, if access to a selected paper is valid for the April 2027 examination term, the student may extend access to the immediately following applicable examination term by paying ₹1,180 for that paper.
If access is required for another subsequent examination term, a further extension can be purchased under the same policy.
Important: Extensions can be purchased an unlimited number of times. Each extension applies to the relevant paper for the immediate next applicable examination term only. It does not provide lifetime access or automatically cover several future terms.
Mock Test Policy
Mock tests are included under the programme for the applicable CP, SP and SA papers.
●Mock tests are included once per paper during original course enrolment.
●Students may attempt the included mocks according to AEI’s assessment arrangements.
●Additional attempts after extension are chargeable if previously attempted during original access.
●The mock re-attempt fee is ₹1,000 per part per paper.
●Mock re-attempt charges are separate from course extension fees.
| Service |
Applicable Fee |
| Paper Access Extension |
₹1,180 per paper per term |
| Mock Test Re-attempt |
₹1,000 per part per paper |
| Extension Limit |
Unlimited, with applicable charges |
Important: Purchasing a paper extension does not automatically provide another free attempt at mock tests already attempted during original enrolment.
Course Fee & Enrolment Options
AEI offers the complete Advanced Actuarial Qualification Programme at a comprehensive package price covering preparation for six actuarial papers.
One-Time Programme Fee
₹95,000
Comprehensive six-paper preparation package
| Particulars |
Details |
| Programme |
Advanced Actuarial Qualification Programme |
| Total Papers |
6 |
| Core Practices |
CP1, CP2 and CP3 |
| Specialist Principles |
Any 2 available SP papers |
| Specialist Advanced |
Any 1 available SA paper |
| Instalment Facility |
Contact AEI admissions |
Option 1 – Direct Enrolment
Students can purchase the complete six-paper preparation programme directly through the AEI website for ₹95,000, subject to the access, validity, extension and mock-test terms explained above.
Option 2 – Instalment-Based Enrolment
Students who prefer instalment payments can contact the AEI admissions team to discuss available arrangements.
For Instalment Enquiries and Enrolment Assistance:
9147417974
The instalment schedule, payment conditions and total payable amount should be confirmed with the admissions team before enrolling.
Who Should Enrol in This Programme?
The Advanced Actuarial Qualification Programme is particularly suitable for:
●Students who have completed or are close to completing their Core Principles examinations.
●Students preparing for CP1, CP2 and CP3.
●Students seeking comprehensive preparation for advanced actuarial examinations.
●Students selecting specialist subjects aligned with their career interests.
●Working actuarial students planning their examinations across multiple terms.
●Students pursuing remaining advanced actuarial qualification requirements through IAI or IFoA.
A strong understanding of relevant Core Principles subjects is recommended. Students must fulfil the applicable examination and registration requirements of their respective actuarial bodies.
Learning Objectives
The programme aims to develop students’ ability to:
01.Apply actuarial principles to practical business and financial problems.
02.Understand actuarial risk management, product design, pricing, reserving and capital management.
03.Develop practical modelling, spreadsheet analysis and documentation skills.
04.Communicate complex actuarial concepts clearly and professionally.
05.Evaluate actuarial assumptions, financial risks and business uncertainties.
06.Build specialist knowledge in selected areas of actuarial practice.
07.Analyse insurance, investment, pension and risk management scenarios.
08.Develop technical expertise relevant to advanced actuarial examinations.
09.Apply professional judgement to complex financial and actuarial decisions.
10.Prepare for advanced actuarial subjects according to individual examination plans.
Practical Applications & Career Relevance
The programme develops knowledge applicable across several actuarial and financial disciplines.
01.Life Insurance & Actuarial Valuation: Understanding insurance products, mortality and longevity risks, pricing, reserving, financial reporting and capital management.
02.General Insurance: Applying actuarial techniques to insurance pricing, claims reserving, reinsurance, catastrophe risk assessment and solvency management.
03.Investment & Financial Risk Management: Evaluating financial instruments, derivative pricing, investment strategies, portfolio risk and asset-liability management.
04.Pensions & Employee Benefits: Understanding long-term financial obligations, actuarial valuation, retirement benefits and funding considerations.
05.Actuarial Consulting & Professional Advisory: Developing actuarial solutions, communicating technical recommendations and supporting strategic financial decisions.
The programme allows students to develop professional expertise in their preferred areas of specialisation while strengthening their understanding of core actuarial practice, modelling and communication.
Technical Requirements – AEI Learning Application
Students must ensure their devices meet the following minimum requirements to access lectures and digital study resources through the AEI Learning Application.
| Device / Platform |
Minimum / Recommended Requirements |
| Android |
Minimum: Android 10, quad-core 1.4 GHz, 2 GB RAM, 4 GB free storage. Recommended: Android 12+, octa-core 2.0 GHz+, 4 GB RAM, 8 GB free storage. |
| Windows PC / Laptop |
Minimum: Windows 10 (64-bit), Intel Core i3 (6th Gen) / Ryzen 3 1200, 4 GB RAM, 128 GB storage. Recommended: Windows 11, Core i5 (8th Gen) / Ryzen 5 3600+, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD. |
| iPhone / iPad (iOS) |
Minimum: iOS 12.0 or above. Recommended: Latest compatible iOS version. |
| MacBook / iMac (macOS) |
Minimum: Intel Core i3, 4 GB RAM, 128 GB free storage (minimum macOS version to be confirmed). Recommended: macOS 14+, Apple M1 / Intel Core i5, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD. |
Students should maintain a stable internet connection. Access may be restricted on organisational networks due to firewalls, proxies, VPNs or administrative security policies.
Note: These specifications apply to the AEI Learning Application. Official actuarial examinations may have separate requirements prescribed by IAI or IFoA.
Important Programme Terms & Conditions
01.The package includes CP1, CP2, CP3, any two available SP papers and any one available SA paper.
02.Students are not required to begin with CP1 or follow a compulsory paper sequence.
03.Course access is provided for selected papers according to the student’s applicable examination term and AEI access arrangements.
04.Each paper has an initial validity of one examination term.
05.Extensions are available for ₹1,180 per paper per term and can be purchased unlimited times.
06.Every extension is valid for the immediate next applicable examination term only.
07.Mock tests are included once per paper. Chargeable re-attempts after extension cost ₹1,000 per part per paper.
08.Extension and mock re-attempt charges are separate from the original programme fee.
09.The direct enrolment price is ₹95,000. Instalment arrangements are available through the admissions team.
10.Students must independently satisfy the examination registration, membership and professional requirements prescribed by IAI or IFoA.
11.Completing AEI’s preparation programme does not automatically grant Associate or Fellow status. Professional designations are awarded by the respective actuarial bodies upon fulfilment of their requirements.
Begin Your Advanced Actuarial Journey with AEI
The Advanced Actuarial Qualification Programme provides comprehensive preparation for six advanced actuarial papers, offering students flexibility in selecting their specialist subjects and planning their examination attempts.
With a comprehensive six-paper package, flexible subject selection, examination-term-based access and renewable course validity, students can organise their learning according to their academic and professional requirements.
Enrol directly for ₹95,000 or contact AEI to discuss instalment options.
Admissions & Enquiries:
9147417974
Advance through your actuarial examinations with comprehensive preparation, specialised learning and academic support from AEI.