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Program Overview
The Risk Management & Insurance technical diploma at Madison College will teach you the basics of the insurance industry and its products, including:
- Differentiating between property, casualty, life, and health insurance policies.
- Evaluating the different career opportunities available
- Handling a claim from report to settlement
- Identifying business hazards and the methods for managing them
- Minimizing the potential of a loss for a business
- Protecting a business from employee fraud
- Understanding the types of insurance a business needs
MATC's Risk Management & Insurance program is also a great addition to your professional skill set if you have already earned an associate or bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Criminal Justice, Construction, or Auto Body.
Madison College also offers continuing education in the field of insurance. Some of these courses are approved in Wisconsin for continuing education credits. Other professional-development insurance-related courses are offered through the School of Professional and Continuing Education.
Program Details
Students in the Risk Management & Insurance technical diploma program can attend full or part-time.
Risk Management & Insurance classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - Truax
Your advantages at Madison College:
- Madison College has scholarships available. There funds available specifically for risk management and insurance courses. Any MATC student enrolled or planning to enroll in an insurance course is encouraged to apply.
- Upon completing Introduction Loss Investigations, you may register for the corresponding national exam towards certification as an Associate in Claims and/or Associate in Risk Management.
- Register to take the Wisconsin Intermediary Licensing Exams after completing Intro to Property & Casualty Insurance - Pre-license and Intro to Life & Health Insurance.
Careers
Upon completion of the Risk Management & Insurance technical diploma, you may qualify for the following positions:
- Customer Service/Account Management
- Claims Assistant/Adjuster
- Underwriting Assistant
- Insurance Sales
With additional education and/or experience, graduates may find employment as a(n):
- Underwriter
- Claims Adjuster
- Insurance Account Manager
- Retirement Planner
- Investment Broker
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2022-2023 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
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Admission
To Apply
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.
Note: It is recommended to only apply for a semester that has already started if you are currently enrolled in classes or you have verified that classes are still available for that semester.
Application Dates
Fall 2022
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2022
Spring 2023
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2023
Fall 2023
- Application opens on September 15, 2022
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2023
Spring 2024
- Application opens on February 1, 2023
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2024
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Students must submit official transcripts for one of the following:
- High school (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED transcript
- College transcript(s) showing completion of an associate degree or higher
- Note: Effective with the 2023-2024 year, this may be fulfilled with at least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
- Class capacity is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis.
- Course prerequisites differ from admission requirements; admission into a program does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses or success in the program. Refer to program curriculum for details.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
