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Study & Exam Techniques
This session is suitable for CII and PFS exams and will cover: how to study and prepare for the CII/PFS exams short cuts to effective study and revision how to think like a CII examiner common mistakes by candidates Coffee and pastries will be available at 9am with the hour long workshop commencing at 9.30 am.
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Insurance Act
A discussion of the key provisions of the Insurance Act and how these impact on risks faced by brokers and insurers. Learning points include the following: · A refresher on the key changes introduced by the Insurance Act 2015. · Information about impending changes to insurance law found in the Enterprise Act 2016. · Practical worked examples on how the Insurance Act applies.
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Inheritance Tax
We will demystify the rules of the Finance (No 2) Act 2015 which introduced the residence nil rate band which, if satisfied, enables individuals to pass an additional £175,000 to the next generation tax free. Delegates will be taken through worked examples to see how the legislation applies. Particularly tricky areas such as the downsizing provisions and taper relief will be considered. Learning outcomes: Delegates will be equip with knowledge of the RNRB to enable them to have meaningful conversations with clients about tax planning using the RNRB. Finally, the seminar will highlight the practical points delegates should bear in mind when giving tax planning advice using the RNRB. What lifetime planning can clients do now to secure the relief? On death, how can clients ensure their estate will qualify for the relief,?
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SME Cyber Risks
An outline of the types of risks to data that SMEs are exposed to. In particular we examine the different methods are used to take data from an organisation, with particular reference to small business. We then go on to examine the methods used within insurance to combat this both from a pro-active and a re-active perspective as well as how this will change with the introduction of European legislation this year. Finally, we will look at the barriers to sale of a cyber insurance policy and some good examples of questions that need to be asked of small businesses when they’re examining their insurance need.
View event detailsQuestioning & Information Gathering Techniques for Insurance Professionals - Jeff Heasman
Please note this lecture is 1.5 hours and will begin at the earlier time of 12:15pm. A light lunch will be served from 12:00 noon.
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Young Professionals Cocktail Masterclass
Insurance Institute of Norwich Young professionals Cocktail making event. Be at One- Thursday 19th May at 18:00 Free to CII members under 35 years of age.
View event detailsDonoghue v Stevenson – what the law textbooks didn’t tell you! by Jeff Heasman, The Pyramid Group
Donoghue v Stevenson – what the law textbooks didn't tell you!
View event detailsMarine Insurance
With over 80% of international trade, by volume and 70%, by value, requiring overseas carriage of goods by sea (according to UNCTAD), insurance is an essential global risk management tool for those involved in, or using the services of, the commercial maritime industry.
View event detailsThe Products and Benefits of Nobel Fire Suppression Systems in Relation to Risk Management
The presentation will demonstrate how risks can be modulated and protected with active fire suppression systems so that savings can be made on capital costs, fire damage, facility and plant downtime, coupled to reduced environmental impact.
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