Dr. Yan Yang

Instructor

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Biography

Yan Yang has over 22 years of experience as an actuarial professional, specializing in driving change and delivering results in complex environments. With extensive leadership roles in the health insurance and reinsurance sectors, he has successfully led cross-functional divisions, focusing on developing structured solutions for the health industry and expanding business in emerging markets. His professional expertise includes pricing, underwriting, forecasting, capital planning, product development, provider partnerships, and risk management. Currently, Yang is developing and originating financially motivated reinsurance solutions for various health product lines, including Comprehensive Medical, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplemental, and Medicaid Supplemental Health. He is actively involved in partnerships between healthcare providers and direct insurance agents, as well as with Managing General Underwriters and Accountable Care Organizations. He is a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries and a member of the American Academy of Actuaries.

Research Interests

Courses

Public Health Finance

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology