Actuarial Sciences - Master's Year 2
Awards and Honors for Theses by Students in the Master's Program in Actuarial Science
Master's theses are a highlight of the Master's in Actuarial Science program and allow students to apply their knowledge to research questions and professional challenges. Several of these theses have been recognized with prestigious awards, illustrating the quality and diversity of the research conducted by our students.
SCOR's Actuarial Award
The SCOR's Actuarial Award is presented annually to recognize the best research in actuarial science and risk management conducted by young professionals. Organized by SCOR, the award honors master’s theses and doctoral dissertations for their scientific excellence, innovative nature, and relevance to the insurance and reinsurance industries. Through this award, SCOR reaffirms its commitment to research, innovation, and the advancement of actuarial science, while offering winners prestigious recognition within the profession.
- 2025 - Actuarial Award : Impact de la conjoncture économique sur l’activité d’un assureur-crédit - Pauline CHAUVEAU
- 2024 - Actuarial Award : Modélisation d’une carte d’exposition au risque ouragan aux États-Unis - Nicxan HENSMAN STALIN
- 2023 - SCOR Award Special Mention : Construction d'un modèle de Machine Learning interprétable pour la tarification en assurance non-vie - Makéta KRUPOVA
- 2012 - Actuarial Award : Modélisation du rachat et parallèle avec la Physique - Adrien SURU
Statistics Prize for Actuarial Science
The Statistics Prize for Actuarial Science is awarded annually to the best Master's 2 thesis that applies an innovative statistical methodology to an actuarial problem. Organized by the French Statistical Society (SFdS) with the support of the Institute of Actuaries, it recognizes scientific excellence, originality of approach, and practical applications in insurance and risk management. This award highlights young talent and helps strengthen the ties between statistical research and actuarial practice.
- 2026 - Prix de Statistique pour l'Actuariat : Parcs de panneaux photovoltaïques : Assurance paramétrique en cas de pertes d’exploitation - Benjamin MOINARD
Caritat Award
The Caritat Award is an annual competition dedicated to actuarial education, organized by Caritat, a leading institute for continuing education in actuarial science. Established in 2017, it recognizes professionals, senior undergraduates, and doctoral students who are able to develop and present a technical and timely actuarial topic in a clear and innovative manner. In addition to a cash prize, the award offers winners educational support and visibility within the actuarial community, thereby helping to promote excellence in knowledge transfer and the development of professional skills.
- 2026 - Honorable Mention, Caritat Award : Générateur de scénarios économiques non-paramétrique: modélisation avec réseaux de neurones sous mesures historique et risque-neutre - Papa Thiecouta DIALLO
- 2017 - Caritat Award : De l’appétence aux risques déclarée par les dirigeants d’assurance à la mise en œuvre opérationnelle - Patrick COHEN
International Thesis Competition in Economics and Finance
The International Competition for Theses in Economics and Finance (CIMEF) annually recognizes the best master’s theses addressing major issues in economics, finance, and risk management. Organized by the Center for Financial Professions, it highlights research that combines academic excellence, innovation, and practical impact for professionals. Serving as a bridge between the academic world and the business community, the competition highlights the talents of tomorrow and encourages reflection on the economic, financial, and societal challenges that are shaping the future.
- 2022 - Caisse des Dépôts Award : Parc éolien et vitesses de vent : gestion de l’aléa de production - Tom RAYNAL