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Level up your learning for Exam CM1
Choose actuarial study materials that work for you. With a variety of material, you can learn at your pace and select what works for you.
- GOAL - Practice, quiz and text with thousands of problems and solutions
- Instructional Videos - gain deep understanding and visuals to bring extra to your learning
- Flashcards - master key topics and formals and be that much more prepared
- Mock Exam + Grading + Live Feedback Session for the mock exam (optional)
- Core Reading - Prepare with the official learning material trusted by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA)
- Formula Sheets - Recall important formulas and information in an easy to use format
GOAL: Practice. Predict. Pass.
Turn practice into progress for Exam CM1
- 3075+ problems with detailed solutions; a mix of past exam questions and original questions.
- Structure and content aligned with IFoA current syllabus and Core Reading
- Recognised by the IFoA as a product from a tuition provider who can assist you in your studies
- Includes OBA questions for practice with immediate grading and feedback, and exam style written answer questions for a simulated exam experience.
- 3 Learning Modes spanning 3 Difficulty Levels (Core, Advanced & Mastery)
- Practice: select by syllabus topic(s) and level of difficulty
- Quiz: select the topic(s), difficulty, number of problems and set the timer
- Simulated Exams, with predetermined problems withheld from the practice and quiz modes:
- 3 Original CM1-A Papers + 3 Original CM1-B Papers with solutions and self-assessment tool for diagnostic
- 7 CM1-A IFOA Past Papers + 7 CM1-B IFOA Past Papers with solutions and self-assessment tool for diagnostic
- Send your questions to a professor directly in the problem interface and get a timely answer
- Includes the ACTEX CM1 Formula and Review sheet with 6 pages of formulas and concepts
Instructional Videos
Retain more information with our helpful videos that cover the entire syllabus and further explain the most complex topics.
We've got you covered with:
- Over 160 instructional videos
- A variety of expert instructors, many of whom are current university professors
- More than 22 total hours of video content
- Now with closed captions in both English and Spanish to make learning more accessible!
Digital Flashcards - Master key topics
ACTEX Exam CM1 flashcards are designed to be fully customizable, so you can tailor your study experience to your specific strengths, weaknesses, and exam timeline.
Key features include:
- 150+ expertly written flashcards, aligned directly with Exam CM1 syllabus topics
- Topic-based sorting to focus on the material you need to work on most
- Expert importance ratings that highlight concepts most relevant to exam questions
- Learning objective filters to keep your studying aligned with the exam syllabus
- Smart organization tools to filter cards by favorites, hidden, flagged, or skipped
- Custom Quiz Mode with flexible options, including:
- Adjustable quiz length and time limits
- Practice using flagged, skipped, or previously incorrect cards
- Targeted review to reinforce weak areas and improve retention
This level of customization helps you prioritize high-impact concepts and study more efficiently as exam day approaches.
Rehearse before the real exam!
Whether you are checking your progress, identifying weak areas, or refining your exam strategy, the ACTEX CM1 Mock Exam provides meaningful insight into where you stand and what to focus on next. Our mock exam helps eliminate surprises and build confidence.
Choose the mock exam experience that best matches your study needs and desired level of feedback:
- Mock Exam with Grading and Solutions – Practice and Professional grading of your responses along with detailed solutions for comparison and learning. Best for students who want an unbiased performance assessment along with full solution explanations.
- Mock Exam with Grading, 1:1 Feedback, and Solutions – Along with professional grading of your responses, you can also choose one-on-one feedback from an expert to get a deeper understanding of your areas of improvement. Ideal for students seeking personalized guidance, deeper insight into their results, and targeted advice to improve exam performance.
How it works
- Write your answers on paper in the allotted time (3 hours and 20 minutes).
- Scan or take a photo of your work
- Submit your file via Google Form or by e-mail (information available after purchase)
- Last submission date: TBA
- The grading team will review, grade, and provide written feedback within 2 weeks, along with detailed solutions.
The IFoA Core Reading is the official, copyrighted study reference for each exam, published by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries. It is designed to ensure students and examiners share a consistent understanding of the syllabus requirements and learning objectives.
Each Core Reading outlines the required depth and breadth of knowledge for every topic on the syllabus, providing clear explanations and context to support exam preparation. Updated regularly to reflect changes in the syllabus, industry practice, and professional guidance, the Core Reading helps you study with the most accurate and up-to-date information available.
Topic Search
All IFoA Exam CM1 materials are fully indexed by keyword, making it easy to search concepts and toggle materials without losing your place.
- Seamlessly read, watch and practice across topics
- Connect to all your materials, identify problem areas, and get the help you need to pass
Formula and Review Sheet
This at-a-glance tool helps you memorize and recall key formulas and information.
- Covers important formulas needed to prepare you for the actuarial probability exam
- Easy-to-print reference guide you can study with, no matter where you are
About the Authors
Team of GOAL CM1 Authors
- Wafaa Shaban, ASA, Ph.D., Actuarial Program Director at UNC Charlotte
- Chris Ruckman, FSA, co-author of Interest Theory: Financial Mathematics and Deterministic Valuation, an approved text of the Society of Actuaries for Exam FM
- Prof. Irina Pogrebivsky, FSA, EA, Assistant Professor at Arcadia University, Glenside, PA
- Prof. Li Kee Ong, Program Director of BSc Actuarial Studies at Asia Pacific University, Malaysia
- Prof. Chris Groendyke, Ph.D, Actuarial Program Director and Associate Professor at Robert Morris University
- Prof. Hong Li, Ph.D., FSA, ACIA, Associate Professor, Department of Economics and Finance, University of Guelph, Canada
- Prof. Troy Riggs, Ph.D., Professor, Union University, Jackson, TN
- Yufeng Guo
- Prof. Caryn Chuah, ASA, Actuarial Studies Lecturer at Asia Pacific University, Malaysia
- Dr. Joana Amorim, ACTEX Learning
Saket Saraogi is a Qualified Chartered Associate Actuary (AIA.C.Act) and a Career Ambassador for the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA). With over 12 years of expertise in actuarial education, he has successfully trained more than 3,000 actuarial aspirants globally, maintaining an exceptional 85%+ success rate.
Saket's primary passion and core expertise lie in teaching Actuarial Mathematics (Subject CM1). His rigorous and dedicated instructional approach has consistently produced numerous global top scorers and distinguished actuarial professionals. He is highly regarded for his unique teaching style, which focuses on simplifying the most complex mathematical models using practical retention tricks, personalized study plans, and real-world exam strategies. By drawing on his extensive corporate background—including prior roles as a Deputy Manager in Life Insurance and a Senior Actuarial Analyst in Pension Valuations—Saket seamlessly connects theoretical CM1 principles to practical industry applications.
Beyond the actuarial classroom, he is also a sustainable entrepreneur who recently launched an innovative startup focused on manufacturing plant-based vegan leather goods.
