Risk, Insurance, and Safety Management, BAS

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Risk, Insurance, and Safety Management at Central Washington University is designed for experienced professionals seeking career advancement. The program combines upper-division coursework with prior community college education and job experience, enabling students to obtain a four-year degree. Graduates are equipped for entry-level positions in safety, risk management, insurance, and related fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Risk, Insurance, and Safety Management (BAS) at Central Washington University (CWU) is designed for individuals who have experience in the industry and seek to enhance their career prospects. The program enables students to leverage their community or technical college education and job experience to obtain a four-year degree upon completion of upper-division coursework.

Objectives:

• Assess and manage various hazard (insurable) risks encountered by diverse organizations.

Careers:

Graduates of the Risk, Insurance, and Safety Management program are equipped with the competencies necessary for entry-level positions in both the private and public sectors, including:

• Safety Manager/Specialist
• Risk Manager/Analyst
• Workers' Compensation Claims Manager
• Loss Prevention Representative
• Insurance Analyst
• Business Continuity Manager
• Underwriter (Risk Selection)