Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)

What you'll study

This bachelor’s programme combines core business courses with specialised insurance and risk management modules. You will study the principles and practices of property and casualty insurance, life and health insurance, commercial insurance, underwriting, claims handling, loss control and reinsurance. Complementary subjects typically include accounting, finance, business law, economics, risk analysis, statistics and ethics.

• Core insurance modules: principles of risk management, property & liability insurance, life & health insurance, commercial lines, personal lines, reinsurance and claims management.
• Business foundations: financial accounting, managerial accounting, corporate finance, marketing, and business law.
• Analytical and supporting subjects: statistics for business, applied risk analysis, Excel and data applications for insurance, and introductory actuarial topics or exam preparation where available.
• Professional development: internships or practicum placements with insurers, brokers or risk management departments, a capstone or senior project, and opportunities for industry certifications or preparation for professional exams.
• Electives and concentrations: options to take courses in enterprise risk management, investment management, or related business specialisms; minors in finance, accounting or legal studies are common complements.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Typical admissions look for a solid academic record with particular strength in mathematics and English. Recommended preparatory subjects include algebra, statistics, economics and business-related courses where available.

• Standard university admission: completion of secondary education and meeting the university’s undergraduate admission criteria.
• Academic expectations: a competitive high-school GPA and satisfactory performance in quantitative subjects; successful transfer students must submit college transcripts for evaluation.
• Additional materials: standard application documents as required by the university; some students enhance their application with a personal statement, reference letters or evidence of relevant work experience.
• Progression: once admitted, students follow the degree plan set by the College of Business and must meet major-specific course prerequisites and minimum grade requirements to remain in the programme.

Career prospects

Graduates enter a broad range of roles across the insurance and risk sectors. The programme equips students for technical and client-facing positions as well as workplace roles that require strong business and analytical skills.

• Common entry-level jobs: insurance underwriter trainee, claims examiner/adjuster, insurance sales agent or broker, customer service and policy administration roles.
• Risk and corporate roles: risk analyst, loss control specialist, corporate risk manager and compliance or regulatory support positions.
• Industry progression: opportunities to move into specialty underwriting, account management, reinsurance, product development, or actuarial support roles with additional study or professional exams.
• Professional advancement: many graduates pursue industry designations (for example through professional bodies offering associate or chartered credentials) and benefit from employer-sponsored training and internships that lead to long-term careers in insurance, finance and risk management.

Why study at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)

MTSU’s Insurance programme is housed within the university’s business school framework, providing a balance of applied insurance training and broad business education. Students benefit from faculty with industry experience, curriculum designed around employer needs, and access to career services and internship placement support.

• Industry connections: strong relationships with regional and national insurers, brokers and risk management employers help students find internships and employment opportunities.
• Professional development: support for preparing professional exam content, participation in insurance-focused student organisations and networking events with practitioners.
• Practical learning: experiential components such as internships, capstone projects and case studies give real-world context to classroom learning.
• Location advantages: proximity to a dynamic regional business community supports placement options and employer engagement for students seeking hands-on experience.