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Old 01-31-2002, 12:50 PM
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I will graduate soon with masters in computer science in USA.I got my bachalors of economics in China. I plan to choose actuary as my careers since i think it will combine above two degrees.
Q1:Is it hard for foreigners to land a entry level actuary job since we need H-1 visa support?

I plan to take exam 1 this may although i didn't start yet. I tried to do some example tests. I think it is not too bad.
Q2:How to effectively prepare for exam 1 if i study myself?

Q3:Is it possible to send to another comtry to work, such as China? I hope i can be sent back to my home country to work in the future.

Q4:Is it possible to be a finanical controler etc..? I checked some job websites, To be financial controler requires that you have degree in accounting and finance field.

Welcome any commends.


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Old 01-31-2002, 01:05 PM
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Q1:Is it hard for foreigners to land a entry level actuary job since we need H-1 visa support?

I think most people will agree... the answer is depends on your skill. Sounds you have some skills in programming, that's not to bad for you to land a job here. If you can pass more actuarial exams, you will have more chances.

Q2:How to effectively prepare for exam 1 if i study myself?

Do some past exam questions. It's not that hard as you thought.

Q3:Is it possible to send to another comtry to work, such as China? I hope i can be sent back to my home country to work in the future.

Sure! If you can be an actuary (FSA or FCAS), they may need you back to your country for business.

Q4:Is it possible to be a finanical controler etc..? I checked some job websites, To be financial controler requires that you have degree in accounting and finance field.

Sorry, I've no idea about this one. Maybe you can just try. They will contact you if they like your skills

Good Luck!
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