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Department of Insurance

Department of Insurance

Academics

Department of Insurance

Dr Adenike Olanrewaji

Dr. Olarenwaju Adenike
Head, Department of Insurance

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The history of the Department dates back to 2013 when the Senate of the University of Jos approved the opening of the Department of Actuarial Science and Insurance. However, based on the directive of the National Universities Commission (NUC). The University Senate approved in 2014, the split of the two programmes into B.Sc. Insurances and Actuarial Science.

The pioneer Head of Department was Professor. Hashimu Bulus, succeeded by Dr. B. Wurim in January, 2018 and Dr. Adenike Olanrewaju Owolabi in 2022. The Department runs a B.Sc in Insurance, Masters of Risk Management and Insurance, Postgraduate Diploma in Insurance, Diploma in Insurance and Ph.D. in Insurance.

Our Mission, Vision, and Philosophy

Mission

To be the best Department offering Insurance and Risk Management courses in Africa.

Vision

To be the best Department offering Insurance and Risk Management courses in Africa.

Philosophy

To be the best Department offering Insurance and Risk Management courses in Africa.

Department of Insurance

About Us

The history of the Department dates back to 2013 when the Senate of the University of Jos approved the opening of the Department of Actuarial Science and Insurance. However, based on the directive of the National Universities Commission (NUC). The University Senate approved in 2014, the split of the two programs into B.Sc. Insurances and Actuarial Science.

The pioneer Head of the Department was Professor. Hashimu Bulus, was succeeded by Dr. B. Wurim in January 2018 and Dr. Adenike Olanrewaju Owolabi in 2022. The Department runs a B.Sc in Insurance, Master of Risk Management and Insurance, Postgraduate Diploma in Insurance, Diploma in Insurance, and Ph.D. in Insurance.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM

  • B.Sc INSURANCE

POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES:

  • Ph.D RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE
  • M.SC RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE
  • PGDN INSURANCE, DIPLOMA IN INSURANCE

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION / HIGHLIGHT

  1. The postgraduate program is to prepare the participants directly for a career in Insurance. The program will equip the students with advanced research training in Insurance promote original research, and contribute to national developments. This will be achieved by providing our graduates with an understanding of the underlying insurance principles that may be applied to a range of problems and issues in commercial and business environments when they go out to practice.
  2. The Master's program is to prepare participants directly for a career in Insurance. The program will equip the students with advanced research training in insurance and promote research which are original and contributes to national developments. This will be achieved by providing our graduates with an understanding of underlying insurance principles that will be applied to a range of problems and issues in commercial and business environments when they go out to practice

AIMS/OBJECTIVES OF PROGRAMME

  1. Postgraduate Diploma:

  1. Prepare graduates to combine a practical approach with sound theory to create a learning experience for the insurance industry.
  2. To prepare non-insurance graduates to acquire insurance knowledge and skills
  3. To prepare them for further higher educational pursuits in Insurance and Risk Management
  1. The objectives of the Master of Science (M.Sc)Degree Program are to:
  • Prepare graduates to combine a practical approach with sound theory to create a learning experience for the insurance industry. The program will reflect the interfaces between insurance, risk management and financial services; and it will equip its graduates with the skills necessary to succeed in the insurance and financial industries as:
    • Risk Managers
    • Financial Advisers 
    • Consultants 
    • Underwriters
    • Financial analysts and
    • Insurance analysts.
  • Prepare students for the professional examination of the Chartered Insurance Institute of U.K. and Nigeria.

NAME OF DEPARTMENTAL JOURNAL

  • INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RISK, MANAGEMENT ANDF INSURANCE



Head of Department: Dr. Adenike Olanrewaju Owolabi

Email: owolabia@unijos.edu.ng

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Testimonials

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Apagu Jonah Wabba has emerged as the overall best graduating student in the University of Jos 2019/2020 Session. Jonah Wabba graduated from the Department of Electric Electronic in the Faculty of Engineering with 1st class position, CGPA 4.94. After graduating with a first class in Engineering from the University of Jos, I feel satisfied and fulfilled, knowing that I’ve been able to achieve something very important during my time at the University of Jos. I am also eager to see what is waiting for me out there and how I can play my part in making Nigeria and the world a better place. Overall, I feel satisfied and happy that I’ve been able to achieve one of my targets.
Apagu Jonah Wabba
Electric Electronic in Faculty of Engineering
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A shining star, Esther Panden emerged as the best-graduating nursing student from the prestigious University of Jos. Esther’s journey is not just a personal triumph; it is a testament to the indomitable spirit that she possesses, her academic prowess, coupled with a deep commitment to the field of nursing, has set her apart as a beacon of excellence. Esther’s success is not solely measured by her academic achievements; it is a reflection of her compassionate heart and unwavering commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. Her journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring nurses, reminding them that excellence is not merely an accomplishment but a continuous pursuit.
Esther Panden
Nursing Science
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Duamlong set an academic record for graduating as the best student with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.32 at 70 years old, as announced by the vice-chancellor of the university, Professor Tanko Ishaya. The artist is a native of Shendam Local Government Area of Plateau State and has spent his whole life in the sports industry; he will clock 70 years old in July 2023. Baba Duamlong was a one-time coach of Nigeria’s senior football team, Super Eagles. In this interview with The Education Report at his Rantiya residence in Jos, while painting some artworks, he gave insights into his switch to the world of art, color and painting, the secret of his academic record of 4.32 CGPA, and his conferment with a first degree at 70 years old.
Mr. Ben Lutnaan Duamlong
Fine and Applied Arts
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A Nigerian lady, Haruna Abigail Awadzi who graduated top of her class has attributed her academic feat to the grace of God, hard work, and determination to succeed against all odds. Awadzi from Arikpa, Nasarawa State emerged as the Best Graduating Student (BGS) in Pharmacy from the University of Jos. Speaking with n-Mirror after her oath-taking and induction as a Pharmacist, Awadzi said she had to deny herself of several social activities and concentrate on her studies coupled with the help of God to sustain this enviable educational attainment. The UNIJOS Best Graduand, however, noted that achieving the feat would have been impossible without the sacrificial support of her parents as well as the favorable disposition of her lecturers who are always willing to help their students
Haruna Abigail Awadzi
Pharmacy

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