Chief Examiners' Report April 2022
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According to the general issues, what should you concentrate all your time and effort on?

  • Nurture fear on any subject.
  • Part 1 @ the detriments of Parts B & C (Diploma & Advanced) (correct)
  • Start each question on a fresh page

According to the general issues, what should you start doing early?

  • Write after invigilators have declared "time-up"
  • Read and follow instructions clearly
  • Start studying for the next diet early (from November/December for April diets and May for October diets) (correct)

What types of answers are to be written on the answer booklet?

All answers are to be written on the answer booklet(s) supplied in accordance with the provided instructions.

Three hours are allowed for this paper.

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You may write on the question paper.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where should the answer booklet be handed over?

<p>The answer booklet should be handed over personally by you to the invigilator before you leave the Examination Hall. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Is a formula sheet issued for this paper?

<p>Yes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In A01, what should you answer all questions in?

<p>You should answer all questions in Part I, the compulsory question in Part II and three out of the five questions in Part III.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Facultative Reinsurance

Placement and acceptance of business on an individual basis.

Normal Distribution

A continuous probability distribution symmetrical around the mean.

Mean, Median, Mode Relationship

Mean - Mode = 3(Mean - Median).

Quantitative Sampling Techniques

Methods such as random and stratified sampling used in quantitative analysis.

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Risk in Insurance

Probability of undesired outcomes or events occurring.

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Moral vs Physical Hazard

Moral hazard is an attitude; physical hazard concerns the characteristics of the risk.

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Risk Identification

Systematic identification of activities that expose to various risks.

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Data Presentation Methods

Different ways to depict data, like graphs and charts.

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Underwriting

Process of deciding if an insurance risk should be accepted.

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Original Gross Rate (OGR)

Premium rate applied under original business without deductions.

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Ceding Commission

Money paid to the reinsurer to cover reinsured's administration costs.

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Pooling Arrangement

Sharing of risk among multiple insurers.

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Reinsurance Buyers

Entities such as direct insurers that purchase reinsurance coverage.

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Surplus Treaty

Reinsurance where risks cede beyond net retention of the cedent.

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Claims Department

Department dealing with processing insurance claims.

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Interest of Reinsurance

Preventing financial loss across multiple policies by sharing risk.

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Regression Analysis

A statistical process for estimating relationships among variables.

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Statistical Data for Reinsurance

Data from underwriting, claims, and finance departments used to assess risk.

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Commission Adjustment Statement

Document calculating commissions based on loss ratios in reinsurance.

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Risk Analysis

Assessing potential risks in various activities.

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Claims Procedure Steps

Steps involve coverage, policy conditions, and exclusions in claims processing.

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Underwriting Authority

The level of authority to accept risks granted by insurance companies.

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Cash-Flow Needs

Assessing needs for liquid cash against cash flow requirements.

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Merit Basis

Evaluating risks on their own merits rather than as a group.

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Risk Retention Limit

The maximum amount of risk an insurer will retain.

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Statistical Sources in Reinsurance

Includes underwriting and claims departments collating data for evaluation.

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Financial Rating Agencies

Organizations rating the financial strength of insurers and reinsurance companies.

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Sampling Techniques

Different methods like random or purposive sampling used to collect data.

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Claims Administration

Managing the lifecycle of claims from initiation through settlement.

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Underwriting Process

Steps taken to determine if risk should be accepted.

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Retention Requirement

Obligation of insurance companies to retain a certain level of risk.

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Study Notes

Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria Chief Examiners' Report

  • Report title: Chief Examiners' Report
  • Report date: April 2022
  • Exam type: Associateship (A01-A09)
  • Page count: 153 pages
  • DO'S:
    • Start studying early (November/December for April exams, May for October exams)
    • Start each question on a new page.
    • Read and follow instructions carefully (download and review student instructions from website).
    • Master the art of intelligent answers by using provided exam tips and concentrate on questions offering more marks.
    • Attend the annual students' forum.
  • DON'TS:
    • Focus entirely on Part 1 to the detriment of Parts B & C (Diploma & Advanced).
    • Write after the invigilator has announced time up.
    • Write your name on the answer script.
    • Let fear of a subject prevent you from doing well. Mastering all subjects is achievable.

Risk Regulation and Capital Adequacy

  • Exam paper instructions:
    • All answers are to be written on provided answer booklets
    • Duration of exam: 3 hours
    • Fill in information on answer booklet and form B
    • Handle the booklet with care
    • Do not write on the question paper
    • Hand in the answer booklet personally to the invigilator before leaving the examination hall
    • Write full candidate's number on answer booklet cover and flap
    • Do not write any names on answer booklet leaves or supplementary leaves
    • Answer each question on a new page
    • Write question number and attempted parts in the ruled margin
    • Leave no blank pages in answer booklet
    • Number supplementary leaves and fasten to inside of answer booklet cover

Chief Examiner’s Comments

  • Summary of student performance for each question. Explanations given by examiners on the difficulty level of each question and the performance (or lack of) from the students.

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This report provides insights from the Chief Examiners regarding the Associateship exams A01-A09 conducted in April 2022. It discusses general issues to improve performance in future sittings, including essential dos and don'ts for students. The report emphasizes the importance of preparation and clear understanding of exam expectations.

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