Graduated in May, Grinding Out Exams While Applying to Jobs I graduated from a good school back in may w a BA in math. Since then I took the prob exam (8/10) and the fm exam which i passed. I am currently studying for the srm exam. I know that the job market is not the best right now so i figured it would be best to just get as many exams out of the way then focus on the job hunt. Is this wise, or would i be hurting my cause w having 4-5 exams complete and Sector: Insurance | Confidence: 90% Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/actuarial/comments/1ov9wfe/graduated_in_may_grinding_out_exams_while/ --- Council (3 models): { "perspectives": [ "Recent graduates in specialized F.I.R.E. fields prioritize extensive credential accumulation post-graduation over immediate job-seeking, viewing it as a strategic hedge against a challenging job market.", "This trend involves a significant investment of uncompensated personal time and resources, extending the period of human capital development before formal employment.", "The increasing emphasis on certifications and exams creates a rising barrier to entry in #FIRE #Circle #insurance