Specialist Development
Insurance Management Simulation ‘Knives Out’
Insurance Management Simulation ‘Knives Out’
12 - 14 October 2026 | Fee: €3'200
Insurance Management Simulation ‘Knives Out’
Application Deadline: 1 July 2026 · Rüschlikon, Switzerland · Fee: €3'200 · in collaboration with Swiss Re
The Insurance Management Simulation (IMS) is an immersive learning experience that brings the dynamics of an insurance company to life through a hands-on business simulation. Participants step into leadership roles and make strategic decisions across underwriting, reinsurance, investments, capital management, and profitability. The programme offers insurers a unique opportunity to understand the interdependencies of the business and the impact of strategic choices in a safe, realistic environment, strengthening their ability to think and act like executive decision-makers.
The programme is designed for participants across all functionalities in an insurance company, especially underwriting, claims management, actuarial, finance, asset management, business and product development.
You will be competing with your Eurapco colleagues to become the best performing insurance company after 3 days competition: Knives Out!
Programme Benefits
Discover the Benefits of the Insurance Management Simulator 'Knives Out'
Executive Decision-Making
Step into leadership roles and make decisions across key insurance levers such as underwriting, reinsurance, investments, and capital. This builds confidence in thinking and acting like an executive in a complex environment.
Business Interdependencies
The simulation makes visible how different parts of the insurance business are interconnected. You will gain a deeper understanding of how one decision can impact the overall financial and risk position of the company.
Risk & Capital Awareness
The programme strengthens understanding of risk exposure, capital allocation, and solvency dynamics. It helps participants balance growth ambitions with financial resilience.
Strategic Agility
Each simulation round introduces new market conditions and outcomes, requiring fast adaptation and prioritisation. You will learn to adjust strategy based on data and evolving scenarios.
Safe Learning Environment
Decisions have no real-world consequences, allowing to experiment freely, test assumptions, and learn from outcomes without risk.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Working in teams fosters dialogue between different expertise areas, encouraging alignment and shared decision-making across functions.
Overview Programme
Subject to change
Day 1 · Rüschlikon · 12 October 2026
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Day 2 · Rüschlikon · 13 October 2026
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Day 3 · Rüschlikon · 14 October 2026
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FAQs: Got a question regarding this Programme?
We know you might have some questions. Feel free to reach out, and we encourage you to arrange a quick call with our team anytime to get all the answers you need.
The fee includes all tuition, teaching materials, and full board (hotel, food & beverages) during the programme. Participants’ travelling costs are not included in programme costs, as they can differ per person; prices are exclusive of VAT.
Shortly after the deadline of application you will receive a confirmation email.
Yes, you will receive a digital badge upon completion of the programme.
For further questions, please send an email to academy@eurapco.com
