Join The Exam FM Comprehensive Guided Prep Bootcamp offering weekly live lectures to elevate syllabus conceptual understanding and problem solving skills to a master level, PLUS have the opportunity to receive individual instruction, coaching, exam assessment and exam guidance from our highly accomplished Exam FM specialist
Dean Eliopoulos, ASA, is an actuarial exam instructor, specializing in preparing students to pass Exam FM of the SOA exam pathway. He earned his ASA in 2025, achieving this milestone by passing all required exams within two years, through a highly structured and disciplined approach. Dean holds degrees in Actuarial Science and Data Science from Depaul University. He has worked as an Associate Actuary at Milliman and currently is employed at Centene. Dean is known for his constant communication, clear explanations, and ability to make challenging actuarial concepts easy to understand.
Exam FM Comprehensive Guided Prep Bootcamp
Multi-Week Instructor Led Classes
- Live , structured classes covering Exam FM syllabus
- Clear explanations of theory, intuition, and exam-level application
- Consistent pacing to keep students on track from start to finish
Concept-First Teaching Approach
- Focus on understanding why formulas and methods work
- Emphasis on common exam traps, shortcuts, and efficient problem-solving
- Strong connections between topics to improve long term retention
Section-Based Exams & Assessments
- Timed quizzes and exams for each syllabus section
- Difficulty aligned with actual SOA exam standards
- Detailed solution walkthroughs and performance feedback
Baseline & Final Full-Length Mock Exams
- Diagnostic baseline exam to identify strengths and weaknesses
- Final full-length exam closely mimicking real SOA exam format and difficulty
- Data-driven comparison to measure progress and readiness
Progress Tracking & Performance Analytics
- Individual progress tracking across all syllabus topics
- Topic-level mastery indicators
- Personalized recommendations on what to focus on next
Structured & High Yield Study Sheets
- Unique, organized study sheets for every topic
- Formulas maps, intuition guides, and problem-solving frameworks
- Designed for quick recall under time pressure
Adaptive Review Weeks
- Final review weeks focused only on each student’s weakest areas
- Target drills instead of generic one-size fits all review
- Optimized use of time leading into exam day
- Error Log & Pattern Analysis
- Ongoing tracking of recurring mistake types (conceptual calculation, time management)
- Identification of error patterns that hurt scores
- Instruction on how to systematically eliminate repeat mistakes
1-on- 1 Meetings & Office Hours
- Personalized coaching sessions to address individual challenges
- Study plan adjustments based on real performance data
- Open office hours for live Q&A problem walkthroughs
Exam-Day Readiness Session
- Final mindset and confidence coaching
- Clear guidance on what to do
- The week before the exam
- The day before the exam
- The morning of the exam
- Stress management techniques and focus strategies
Private Slack/Discord Community
- 24/7 discussion channel for questions and clarifications
- Peer accountability and collaborative learning
- Instructor pop-ins for quick answers and guidance
Schedule
Live Classes & Subjects
Saturdays & Sundays (All Classes 10:00-12:00PM EDT)
1/3 & 1/4 Time Value of Money/Initial Evaluation
1/10 & 1/11 Annuities
1/17 & 1/18 Loans
1/24 & 1/25 Bonds
1/31 & 2/1 Portfolio Theory and Duration & Final Review
