CPCU® 540 COMPREHENSIVE COURSE
AssociatePI is owned and managed by CPCU® designees. Our courses and practice exams are written by CPCU® designees that have passed their exams and earned their designation.
We have been in your shoes. We know how difficult these exams are. We know how overwhelming it is to study and memorize the hundreds of pages of complex insurance topics. That’s why we designed our online course that simplifies the studying process, helping you better prepare to pass your exam with less stress and less studying.
We write our online courses to simplify the studying process, conveying the topics in simple terms and plain English. We make it easy to read, comprehend, and consume the abundance of complex content.
This course will cover every topic and minor details that may appear on the CPCU® 540 exam. This course is updated according to the latest edition of the CPCU® 540 exam, this course is up to date with the current content of the exam.
PASS THE CPCU® 540 – GUARANTEED
Pass your CPCU® 540 exam using our Comprehensive Online Course or your full money back, guaranteed. If you don’t pass your exam using our Comprehensive Online Course, we will issue you a full refund for the cost of the program.
COURSE BENEFITS
Stop struggling. It’s time to study with less stress. With an online course that simplifies the difficult CPCU® topics, helping you easily navigate the overwhelming content to comprehend the complex concepts and pass in less time with less studying.
Course benefits include:
- EASY TO READ. EASY TO COMPREHEND – No more long drawn out overwhelming textbooks. We write our online courses to simplify the studying process, conveying the topics in simple terms and plain English.
- FULLY PREPARED TO PASS – Fully prepare to pass the exam. No more struggling to recall information when taking your exam, no more forgetting the minor details, and no more uneasy feelings of unpreparedness when you sit for the exam.
- PASS YOUR EXAM (99% PASS RATE) – No more stress. You are going to pass. Thousands have used the AssociatePI program to pass their exams, with a 99% exam pass rate (compared to the industry average 70% pass rate).
- STUDY FASTER (PASS IN JUST TWO WEEKS) – Stop wasting your time. You no longer need to study for 8 weeks to pass your exam (the industry recommended study time).
- BY CPCU® DESIGNEES FOR CPCU® STUDENTS – AssociatePI is owned and managed by CPCU® designees. Our courses and practice exams are written by CPCU® designees that have passed their exams and earned their designation.
- ONLINE. MOBILE. PRINTABLE – Your online course is completely online, mobile compatible, printable, and available as an app. Suitable for any studying style.
COURSE INCLUDES
Easier Studying. Faster Studying. Pass GUARANTEED (or your money back).
Stop wasting your time studying. It’s time to pass in less time with less studying. Pass the CPCU® 540 exam in just two weeks of studying (with a 99% pass rate).
Course includes:
- COMPLETE ONLINE COURSE – Covers everything that will be on the exam. Designed for faster, easier studying. Completely online and downloadable as a PDF for those that would rather print a physical copy of the course.
- MEMORIZE THE FORMULAS – A section for each chapter dedicated to helping you memorize the formulas (the hardest part of the CPCU® 540). Including a unit and quiz of each chapter dedicated to reviewing the most important formulas, ensuring you grasp the primary concepts (there are 80+ formulas to memorize for this exam).
- FILL IN THE BLANK STUDY GUIDE – Designed to ensure you take notes on the most important topics.
- 440+ PRACTICE QUESTIONS – Quiz questions for each topic of the CPCU® 540 exam to ensure you grasp the main concepts.
- 2 COMPLETE PRACTICE EXAMS – 85 questions each, formatted exactly like the actual CPCU® 540 exam (with the same number of exam questions) to give you a “real exam” feel.
- QUIZ EXPLANATION – Detailed explanation about the correct answer for every quiz question.
- CPCU® INSIGHT – Course includes our insight detailing what to expect from each chapter on the CPCU® 540 exam, detailed answer explanation of each quiz question, and our personal email support to provide advice on any question or exam topic.
- MOBILE APP – Download the AssociatePI mobile App and study on the go! Perfect for your commute to work.
- MONEY BACK GUARANTEE – Pass the CPCU® 540 exam with our Comprehensive Course or your full money back, guaranteed.
- 99% SUCCESS RATE – We have helped thousands of students pass their CPCU® exams. In that time, only a few students have failed.
COURSE TOPICS
This course covers the following topics:
- Finance and Accounting
- Financial Statements
- Analyzing Statements
- Statutory Accounting
- Insurance Annual Reports
- Financial Valuations
- Investment Market
- Investing
- Investment Portfolio
- Insurer Capital
- Managing Capital
- Changing Ownership
Please see below for the full course curriculum.
COURSE FAQ
Q: What Type Of Course Is This?
A: This course is entirely online and self-study. Study at your own pace and navigate through our series of text-based modules, quizzes, and practice exams. The online course is mobile compatible and hosted on AssociatePI’s website. You will be prompted to create an account, your account will sync with your online course. To access your course, log in to AssociatePI with your username and password.
Q: Do I Need To Purchase The Textbooks Or Any Other Study Material For Your Course?
A: Nope! Our course covers everything that could possibly be on the exam in extreme detail, no need for other supplemental study material.
Q: What Edition Of The Course Is This?
A: This course is updated according to the latest edition of the exam; this course is up to date with the current exam content. Whenever the exam changes we update our online course to reflect the new content.
Q: The Content Of The Exam Is Changing. Do I Need To Purchase A New Course?
A: Nope! Our courses are automatically updated, at no cost to the user, each time the exam content changes. Whenever the exam changes we update our online course (during the downtime so it doesn’t disrupt studying) to reflect the new content. No need to buy a new course, your online course will always reflect the most up to date exam content.
Q: What’s Different About Your Course?
A: The major benefit of our online course is that each section and question was handcrafted by a CPCU® expert that has passed the CPCU® 540 exam, meaning we know exactly which topics are important and how the questions are formatted. By replicating the questions as closely as possible to the actual CPCU® 540 exam, we give our course and practice exams a “real exam” feel, helping our users better prepare for their exam.
Q: How Do I Know It Works?
A: Our online courses, practice exams, and resources have been used by thousands of personal and commercial insurance employees. We’ve personally helped thousands complete their CPCU® designation and most even come back to help us improve our courses after they pass!
TESTIMONIALS
I studied only 2 to 3 weeks per exam
“If you’re looking for a worthwhile alternative to combing through the textbooks, look no further. The interface is simple to use, and the information is streamlined and presented in an efficient manner. I studied an average of only 2-3 weeks per exam, and I felt well-prepared for each. AssociatePI is a total game changer. 10/10 would recommend.”
John D. Lloyd – Underwriter
Passed CPCU® 500, CPCU® 520, CPCU® 530, and CPCU® 540 with AssociatePI
Translated in an easier to understand format
“I ran into a brick wall with Finance and Accounting (CPCU® 540). There were so many formulas to comprehend and memorize, I just felt overwhelmed with all the material. Unfortunately, I took my exam and was unable to pass it my first go through. As you may know, the exams are not cheap, and I was determined not to waste my money on a failed attempt again. That’s when I stumbled across AssociatePI. I couldn’t have been more pleased. They were able to condense the information down and able translate it in an easier to understand format. I found this an excellent tool, and would recommend to anyone looking for an edge to get over the hump. No testimonial would be complete without the results; I passed!”
Wes Reynolds – Risk Management Associate
Passed CPCU® 540 with AssociatePI
Course Curriculum
BEFORE YOU BEGIN | |||
Before You Begin: How to Use This Course | Unlimited | ||
Before You Begin: Download Mobile App | Unlimited | ||
Before You Begin: Download Study Guide – CPCU® 540 | Unlimited | ||
Before You Begin: Download Course PDF – CPCU® 540 Comprehensive | Unlimited | ||
Before You Begin: Money Back Guarantee | Unlimited | ||
About Exam – CPCU® 540 | Unlimited | ||
Before You Begin – Here to Help | Unlimited | ||
Section I: The Finance Department | |||
CPCU® 540 Section I – Before You Begin | Unlimited | ||
Finance – Overview | Unlimited | ||
Finance – Overview Recap | Unlimited | ||
Finance – Department Duties | Unlimited | ||
Finance – Department Duties Recap | Unlimited | ||
Finance – Goals | Unlimited | ||
Finance – Goals Recap | Unlimited | ||
Accounting – SAP | Unlimited | ||
Accounting – SAP Recap | Unlimited | ||
Accounting – GAAP | Unlimited | ||
Accounting – GAAP Recap | Unlimited | ||
Accounting – IFRS | Unlimited | ||
Accounting – IFRS Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section I – Formulas | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section I – Formulas Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section I – Final Review | Unlimited | ||
Section II: Financial Reports | |||
CPCU® 540 Section II – Before You Begin | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Types | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Balance Sheet | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Balance Sheet Recap | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Income Statement | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Income Statement Recap | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Statement of Cash Flows | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Statement of Cash Flows Recap | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Statement of Changes in Shareholders’ Equity | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Statement of Changes in Shareholders’ Equity Recap | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Disadvantages | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Disadvantages Recap | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – GAAP Insurance Company | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – GAAP Insurance Company Recap | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Insurer Additional Information | Unlimited | ||
Financial Reports – Insurer Additional Information Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section II – Formulas | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section II – Formulas Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section II – Final Review | Unlimited | ||
Section III: Analyzing Financial Reports | |||
CPCU® 540 Section III – Before You Begin | Unlimited | ||
Analyzing Financial Report – Methods | Unlimited | ||
Analyzing Financial Report – Methods Recap | Unlimited | ||
Analysis Method – Ratio | Unlimited | ||
Analysis Method – Ratio Recap | Unlimited | ||
Analysis Method – Trend | Unlimited | ||
Analysis Method – Trend Recap | Unlimited | ||
Analysis Method – Vertical | Unlimited | ||
Analysis Method – Vertical Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section III – Formulas | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section III – Formulas Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section III – Final Review | Unlimited | ||
Section IV: SAP – Insurance Company | |||
CPCU® 540 Section IV – Before You Begin | Unlimited | ||
SAP – Insurance Company | Unlimited | ||
SAP – Insurance Company Recap | Unlimited | ||
SAP – Annual Statement | Unlimited | ||
SAP – Annual Statement Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section IV – Formulas | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section IV – Formulas Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section IV – Final Review | Unlimited | ||
Section V: Annual Reports – Insurance Company | |||
CPCU® 540 Section V – Before You Begin | Unlimited | ||
Annual Statement – Overview | Unlimited | ||
Annual Statement – Overview Recap | Unlimited | ||
Annual Statement – Insurer Capacity | Unlimited | ||
Annual Statement – Insurer Capacity Recap | Unlimited | ||
Annual Statement – Insurer Liquidity | Unlimited | ||
Annual Statement – Insurer Liquidity Recap | Unlimited | ||
Annual Statement – Insurer Profitability | Unlimited | ||
Annual Statement – Insurer Profitability Recap | Unlimited | ||
NAIC – Insurance Regulatory Information System | Unlimited | ||
NAIC – Insurance Regulatory Information System Recap | Unlimited | ||
Insurance Company Rating – A.M. Best | Unlimited | ||
Insurance Company Rating – A.M. Best Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section V – Formulas | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section V – Formulas Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section V – Final Review | Unlimited | ||
Section VI: Cash Flow Valuation | |||
CPCU® 540 Section VI – Before You Begin | Unlimited | ||
Valuations – Present Value | Unlimited | ||
Valuations – Present Value Recap | Unlimited | ||
Valuations – Uneven Payments | Unlimited | ||
Valuations – Uneven Payments Recap | Unlimited | ||
Valuations – Net Present Value | Unlimited | ||
Valuations – Net Present Value Recap | Unlimited | ||
Valuations – Future Value | Unlimited | ||
Valuations – Future Value Recap | Unlimited | ||
Valuations – Rate of Return | Unlimited | ||
Valuations – Rate of Return Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section VI – Formulas | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section VI – Formulas Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section VI – Final Review | Unlimited | ||
Section VII: The Investment Market | |||
CPCU® 540 Section VII – Before You Begin | Unlimited | ||
Investment Market – Overview | Unlimited | ||
Investment Market – Overview Recap | Unlimited | ||
Investment Market – Types | Unlimited | ||
Investment Market – Types Recap | Unlimited | ||
Investment Market – Risk | Unlimited | ||
Investment Market – Risk Recap | Unlimited | ||
Investment Market – Intermediary | Unlimited | ||
Investment Market – Intermediary Recap | Unlimited | ||
Investment Market – Technology | Unlimited | ||
Investment Market – Technology Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section VII – Final Review | Unlimited | ||
Section VIII: Investing | |||
CPCU® 540 Section VIII – Before You Begin | Unlimited | ||
Stock Investing – Overview | Unlimited | ||
Stock Investing – Overview Recap | Unlimited | ||
Stock Investing – Price Analysis | Unlimited | ||
Stock Investing – Price Analysis Recap | Unlimited | ||
Stock Investing – Rate of Return | Unlimited | ||
Stock Investing – Rate of Return Recap | Unlimited | ||
Bond Investing – Overview | Unlimited | ||
Bond Investing – Overview Recap | Unlimited | ||
Bond Investing – Types | Unlimited | ||
Bond Investing – Types Recap | Unlimited | ||
Bond Investing – Rate of Return | Unlimited | ||
Bond Investing – Rate of Return Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section VIII – Formulas | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section VIII – Formulas Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section VIII – Final Review | Unlimited | ||
Section IX: Investment Portfolio | |||
CPCU® 540 Section IX – Before You Begin | Unlimited | ||
Portfolio – Measuring Risk | Unlimited | ||
Portfolio – Measuring Risk Recap | Unlimited | ||
Portfolio – Managing Risk | Unlimited | ||
Portfolio – Managing Risk Recap | Unlimited | ||
Portfolio – Insurer Investment Regulations | Unlimited | ||
Portfolio – Insurer Investment Regulations Recap | Unlimited | ||
Portfolio – Bond Investments | Unlimited | ||
Portfolio – Bond Investments Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section IX – Formulas | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section IX – Formulas Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section IX – Final Review | Unlimited | ||
Section X: Insurer – Financial Capital | |||
CPCU® 540 Section X – Before You Begin | Unlimited | ||
Insurer – External Capital | Unlimited | ||
Insurer – External Capital Recap | Unlimited | ||
Insurer – Internal Capital | Unlimited | ||
Insurer – Internal Capital Recap | Unlimited | ||
Capital – Dividend Consideration | Unlimited | ||
Capital – Dividend Consideration Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section X – Final Review | Unlimited | ||
Section XI: Manage Company Capital | |||
CPCU® 540 Section XI – Before You Begin | Unlimited | ||
Company Capital – Structure | Unlimited | ||
Company Capital – Structure Recap | Unlimited | ||
Company Capital – Economic Capital | Unlimited | ||
Company Capital – Economic Capital Recap | Unlimited | ||
Company Capital – Using Debt | Unlimited | ||
Company Capital – Using Debt Recap | Unlimited | ||
Company Capital – Insurer Requirements | Unlimited | ||
Company Capital – Insurer Requirements Recap | Unlimited | ||
Company Capital – ORSA | Unlimited | ||
Company Capital – ORSA Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section XI – Formulas | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section XI – Formulas Recap | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Section XI – Final Review | Unlimited | ||
PRACTICE EXAMS | |||
CPCU® 540 Practice Exam 1 | Unlimited | ||
CPCU® 540 Practice Exam 2 | Unlimited | ||
THE NEXT STEP | |||
The Next Step | Unlimited |
I passed the beast!
I did a lot of reading on the entire CPCU curriculum before I decided which route I wanted to go with study materials. I chose Associate PI due to some articles that recommended it vs institutes materials, plus reading the review of the institute study materials on CPCU 540 specifically were REALLY unfavorable. I also really liked the pass guarantee – I was hoping to not have to use it and I figured if he’s confident enough in his course to offer a guarantee, it must work!
AND IT DID! I passed CPCU 540 yesterday with an 80-89!!!!! Now with that said I do have some further thoughts on the course…
#1 – If I tried to do this course in 2 – 3 weeks as was advertised and take the exam I would have failed miserably. I studied for 8 weeks, probably could have squeaked by on 6-7, anything less than that would have been a failure for me. With that said, I did choose to take “the beast” first to get it out of the way, so I was coming fresh into CPCU studies, and I do NOT have a mathematical brain. It is a lot of information so I really think the 2-3 weeks is maybe meant for all you geniuses out there. Normal level intelligence such as mine will take longer. Something that really helped me in conjunction with this course was buying The Institutes Smart Quiz Me app which was 9.99 on itunes and that REALLY helped prepare for the types of questions, and find out areas that I needed to review further. Probably has 500+ questions sorted out by chapter so it’s really helpful in drilling down to discover the areas you need to review further.
The practice tests from Associate PI were harder than the exam itself. So if you’re getting 90 and above as he recommends you will kill it. I don’t know of any other study material that you’d be able to email someone with questions and they’d walk you through quiz answers etc. that REALLY helped me.
Overall I would definitely recommend this course!