Frequently asked questions about
 The Burnham System for CPCU/IIA
What is The
Burnham System?
The Burnham System summarizes and outlines your texts to provide you concise, to-the-point, time-saving executive summaries.

The Burnham System printed format averages about 64 bound pages per course.
You'll also receive the definitions of the Key Words and other relevant definitions. 
Most courses also have Ray's answers to the Review Questions and a sample exam.
The Burnham System audio CD format is the same information (provided to reinforce and maximize your retention).
Each assignment narration is about 25 to 40 minutes.
You’ll receive up to 11 CDs stored in a quality case.

The Burnham System executive summaries will cover at least 97% of the material on your exam. 
The Burnham System usually covers 100% of the material on your exam.
Do I need to get the Institute's or
College's  textbooks?

Yes, you'll need them when you want more detail both now and in the future. 
Buy the texts.

The texts represent the distilled experience and knowledge of the top experts in our industry.

Do I need 
to take class too?

Absolutely not! 
But, any extra preparation you do, in addition to using The Burnham System, will help if you do not let it displace or substitute for your study of The Burnham System.
Try class.
Try The Burnham System.
Use whatever helps most.

How can you
guarantee I’ll pass?
Good question! 
My students' overall pass rate is over 94%, by far the best in the business. 
My experience with my CLU/ChFC candidates taught me a further method to raise pass ratios that I can now apply to the CPCU and IIA courses. 
Their pass rate was over 98%. 
And the pass rate for those who follow my suggested study sequence is over 99%. 
In fact, so far, it's almost 100%, with only two people I know of who followed it and did not pass.
For one, it was his first 'N' in 24 courses with The Burnham System.
What qualifies you
to teach CPCU/IIA/
CLU/ ChFC/CASL/
CIC courses?
I'm not a theory-only academician. 
I'm an active participant in our industry and I've dedicated my life's work to real insurance. 
When you use The Burnham System, you benefit from my experiences and accomplishments. 
 
I understand what you're going through because I've 
  • authored over 100 professional-level insurance texts, 
  • earned over 30 professional designations, 
  • created two successful businesses, 
  • been licensed as an all lines broker for over 30 years,
  • served as Education Chairman of the Central MA Chapter of CPCU for 9 years,
  • served as President of the Massachusetts Society of Licensed Insurance Advisors, 
  • worked for a national insurance company and founded my own agency, 
  • taught math, Latin, physics, logic, and English composition, and 
  • passed over 100 professional-level exams and never got an 'N'.
How can I 
get more information before I buy The
Burnham System?
First, you don’t make any commitment when you order The Burnham System.
I guarantee I meet any standard of quality you set - or your money back.
Second, if you have a question, just call 1-888-BURNHAM (1-888-287-6426). 
My staff and I will be happy to help you.
Third, nothing and no one can possibly describe The Burnham System better than The Burnham System itself. 
Order it. Use it.  Then decide.