I became an Actuarial Analyst with a Maths and Economics degree; Actuarial board exams.

Mduduzi Nkosi is a Senior Actuarial Analyst at Road Accident Fund. He holds a BSc in Mathematics and Economics from Wits and working towards qualifying to be an actuary.

[@benmahudu7431]

I have to mention that we recorded a 2 hour episode with Mdu, unfortunately we lost a lot of the footage due to some technical errors. This video is made of the parts of the footage I was able to recover. We are planning to re-record with Mdu.

[@maburwanemokoena7117]

Thank you for this interview, I am doing my third year now in Actuarial Science, and to be honest I am still not confident enough to even claim I am coping in this course, when people ask what I am studying I always lie, ofcoz during first year I used to run my mouth😅, this course has humbled me......

[@LifeGuru16]

And yet you made it to third year? Give yourself more credit.

[@LifeGuru16]

Ben you are so humble. Congratulations on your achievements. A great conversation this was, thank you for inviting Mdu. I have recently decided to rewrite my Matric and go back to school. I've always been smart and passed well but unfortunately I lost focus during a crucial time in my life. Time has gone by, I'm now 28 years old and I am tired of praying for luck and chance. I reflected, self-introspected and decided to do right by myself. I am a bit anxious, I'm scared but my will to succeed is even greater. I want to one day be inspiration to anyone who feels their life is over due to making bad decisions. I will definitely give back and inspire others to shake the dust off and rise from the ground. No one is coming to save you. No miracle will fall on your lap either.

[@tshegofatjomodungoana9703]

I like the idea of an episode with Mdu every month👏👏👏👏

[@M3812]

Bro you can say that again 😭😭 these bros are building us

[@lehlogonolombiza8797]

Inspired 🙌🔥as a final year Actuarial student, This degree aint easy🥵.

[@benmahudu7431]

Keep going Lehlogonolo. It's worth it!

[@MfundoTheFellow]

😂😂😂😂Congra Mr Ben, black excellence at its best keep inspiring us with the work you do in your personal space and within the public space #PHD

[@benmahudu7431]

Thank you Mfundo for your kind words. Let's keep on uplifting each other!

[@bonyanamzizi8625]

Wow. My son is 1st year Actuarial Science in uk. Inspiring. Asked him to subscribe n learn from seniors. God bless.

[@benmahudu7431]

Wishing your son all the best in his academic journey. Very inspiring.

[@KnowledgeWisdom_Chaser.]

This guy is indeed an inspiration, keep him coming.

[@voiceofreasontv2791]

Congrats to Mdu man on the senior role and good content brother !

[@blcmoyo9662]

Mdu please i cant wait for the next show

[@Simaq7]

Congrats Dr Ben Mahudu. I know of one lecturer, of African descent, who some were reluctant to give her credit just because she had a PhD in Maths Education and was leading one of South Africa's top universities. You've silenced any would be critics. Keep loading the good stuff, very inspiring. I truly enjoy watching your videos

[@benmahudu7431]

Thank you!

[@Thendo.MRadzilani-os3vy]

I am very inspired as a grd 11 learner am definitely going to be an Actuary ,I would like him to come to my school at Limpopo I will pray to God for u to come we need u 🙌🙏

[@bonganisethole229]

Thank you so much guys for the information,

[@fikilemkhize5776]

It is much easier to gain student membership at the IFoA. There are too many conditions of entry with ASSA

[@Sammie_MB]

Congratulations, Dr. Ben Mahudu🎉🎉

[@benmahudu7431]

Thank you @Dube.Jr

[@mbongenismith4934]

Such kind words! thank you both.

[@benmahudu7431]

Mbongeni, it will be a pleasure for me to host you on the channel. I will contact you.

[@OS-ENSProductions]

🔥Congrats DR!!

[@benmahudu7431]

Thank you!

[@Kingkeith27]

My algebra lecturer this one

[@benmahudu7431]

Danko!

[@katlegomokgoatjane3400]

Congratulations Dr❤❤❤❤

[@benmahudu7431]

Thank you!

[@user-fu8ef2dl4f]

You two have beautiful smiles ❤️

[@benmahudu7431]

Thank you.

[@ephraimmwansamulenga4246]

Wow congratulations 🎉 Mathematician

[@benmahudu7431]

Thank you!

[@enhlekhwela8853]

I just came from your other video with Mr Nkosi and I'm watching as a UCT ActSci prospect(just finished matric) but I'm afraid quite frankly of accepting the offer. Any advice? And how would one be able to request a mentorship from Mr Nkosi? Any help would be appreciated!

[@benmahudu7431]

Hi Enhle. It is normal to be afraid. You probably have heard a lot of stories about the course which might be the reason you are afraid. You have to filter out those voices. Of course Actuarial Science is a challenging course but it doesn't mean it is not doable. If you are to take the course you have to build your confidence towards the course. I would say that if it is indeed what you really want to do, then go for it. If you still have doubts then that might be a sign that you must consider your other options. Also familiarize yourself on what an actuarial job entails to assess if you see yourself being in that profession. As a lecturer I have seen a lot of students pick up courses that they have no idea about and they only realize when it's too late that they don't like the profession associated with that course. Mdu is usually open to mentoring people who want to get into the actuarial profession. If you have a LinkedIn account you can connect with him there. Just search for Mduduzi Nkosi on LinkedIn.

[@blcmoyo9662]

I loved this one

[@nhloniphogumede]

😂😂 yesss

[@bongimpiloyoung2241]

Congratulations 🎉 I am currently working towards the mathematical sciences degree, could you please kindly mentor me sir.

[@benmahudu7431]

I would have liked to but my schedule is very tight this year.

[@Nayhasani]

Dr how can one approach Mr Nkosi to be their mentor?? I’m inspired

[@benmahudu7431]

I will forward your comment to Mdu. It will be up to him.

[@Nayhasani]

@@benmahudu7431 thank you 🙏🏾

[@vusumuzishongwe7077]

Can you please plug me too@@benmahudu7431

[@brightmulenga1134]

Hi , as someone with a Bsc in Economics and Finance and a diploma in Accounting; do you think doing a Msc in Actuarial would be a great career choice

[@lemitsiri2662]

I have a Bcom Accounting and have Supply Chain experience. But I desire to be an actuarial analyst . God help us my brother 🙏

[@benmahudu7431]

I'm not sure. You can check with the institutions that you are interested in doing your MSc at.

[@NELSONVANSCHALKWYK]

Mdu ke stara bafethu

[@katlegobaloyi6680]

Can I become an actuary with Bcom Economics and Econometrics (UJ)?

[@benmahudu7431]

Yes, as long as the degree has mathematics. You can then follow the same route as Mdu, by writing the actuarial board exams.

[@vusumuzishongwe7077]

Dr Ben id like Mdu to be my mentor, can you please plug me

[@benmahudu7431]

Check him on LinkedIn. It's easier that way.

[@siyabongasibanyoni6830]

i do not meet the requirements but i want to do extended programme at UJ for math. Is this a good idea man?

[@sepatonthute1553]

Is 30 years of age too old to start with board exams ?

[@mduduzivilakazi4270]

Not at all man. I’m working with people who are close to 40 that are still writing. Go for it man.

[@bongimpiloyoung2241]

Could you please kindly be my mentor sir, i am currently working towards a degree in mathematical sciences

[@bongimpiloyoung2241]

​@@mduduzivilakazi4270😢

[@koketsospato4829]

Im doing Bsc Mathematical sciences in Computer and Maths Science at UJ. Can I also write actuarial board exams after my degree?

[@morningshiindi7496]

@@koketsospato4829yes u can