Understanding Pension Plans

Understanding Pension Plans

Course Overview

TitleUnderstanding Pension Plans
LevelBasic
PrerequisiteNone
Field of StudyFinance
TopicsCompensation and Benefits
FormatWebinar
CPE2

This webinar will provide an overview of pension plans, including a primer on what pension plans are and how they work. The speakers will also discuss actuarial basics and how benefits work, the administration of pension plans and lifecycle of benefits, policy considerations, and pension plan investments. Those who are new to public finance or are looking to build experience in the pension arena will benefit from this training.

Learning Objectives

Those who successfully complete this seminar should be able to:

  • Understand what pension plans are.
  • Learn actuarial basics.
  • Gain skills to help administer pension plans and understand employer responsibilities.
  • Learn about how pension plans invest.
  • Know where to access pension related resources and best practices.

Who Will Benefit

Those who are new to public finance or are looking to build experience in the pension arena.

Course Instructors

This course is taught by finance officers and other industry experts.

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2025 Understanding Pension Plans Attendee

"The training did a great job with a general overview of all aspects of retirement planning."

2025 Understanding Pension Plans Attendee

"This was a useful course. It helped me gain more insight on the topic."

2025 Understanding Pension Plans Attendee

"Lots of good info conveyed, along with a detailed slide deck for future reference."