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GBA 2
Group Benefits Management (CEBS Course 2)

This is a required course for the GBA and CEBS designations.

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Following coverage of the various forms of life insurance benefits provided through the employment relationship, Course 2 examines a wide variety of other welfare benefits including dependent care and family leave benefits; work/life benefits–such as financial planning, legal services and education assistance; and vacation and other time-off benefits. Two assignments deal with the important topic of flexible benefit plans and flexible spending accounts, and the course then covers various functions associated with welfare plans such as administration, funding, communication and taxation. The last two assignments are devoted to health benefits for retirees and long-term care, respectively.

Key Topics Covered:

Group and Individual Life Insurance Alternatives
Disability Management
Vacation and Other Time-Off Benefits
Dependent Care and Work-Life Benefits
Flexible Benefits I
Flexible Benefits II
Plan Administration, Technology and Communication
Taxation of Group Plan Benefits
Workers' Compensation
Social Insurance Concepts
Health Benefits for Retirees
Long-Term Care

Instructor:	Robert B. Drennan, Ph.D Associate Professor, Temple University
Tuition:	$500
Day/Time:	Monday, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Beginning:	September 14, 2009
Location:	Jon M. Huntsman Hall, Room F92 3730 Walnut Street
Study Materials:	Learning Guide (1st edition 2008) includes practice exam on CD; The Handbook of Employee Benefits: Design, Funding and Administration. (6th edition) by Rosenbloom, editor, McGraw Hill, 2005.