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Why study risk management and insurance at Missouri State?
- One of approximately 60 RMI programs in the nation, with strong insurance-industry support — including numerous dedicated scholarships for RMI students.
- We can connect you with employers seeking to fill numerous internships and full-time positions.
- Many students who graduate from our program complete one or more insurance certification exams prior to graduation. These examinations and the experience of preparing for them can build your resume and prepare you for your future in the insurance industry.
- Many of our students have been known to receive multiple job offers upon graduation.
Track options
Focus your risk management and insurance degree on a specific area.
A legacy of leadership in risk management education
Missouri State's commitment to this field runs deep: the Baker Chair of Risk Management and Insurance, activated in 1997, was the first endowed academic chair in university history. That long-standing industry partnership is why our students step into internships, certification exam prep, and job interviews with a network most programs can't match.
The Baker Chair of Risk Management and Insurance
The Baker Chair of Risk Management and Insurance, the first endowed academic chair at Missouri State, was activated in 1997. Dr. Puneet Prakash is the current holder of the Baker Chair.
Risk management and insurance degree FAQ
How rare is a risk management and insurance major?
- Quite rare — only around 60 universities in the United States offer a dedicated RMI program, and Missouri State is one of them.
Is risk management and insurance a good career?
- The industry consistently faces talent shortages as a generation of professionals retires, which is why our students frequently receive multiple job offers before graduation.
What's the difference between the two RMI tracks?
- Enterprise Risk Management focuses on identifying and managing risk inside organizations of every kind; the Insurance track prepares you for carrier, brokerage, and agency careers in underwriting, claims, and sales.
Are there scholarships specifically for RMI students?
- Yes — the insurance industry funds numerous scholarships dedicated to Missouri State RMI students. See the department's Scholarships and Financial Aid page.
A degree in risk management provides a strong foundation for careers in banking, finance,
insurance and more.