Credit Officer

A Credit Officer processes applications for credit from potential borrowers. You might work for a bank, other financial institution or for a lending broker. A Credit Officer, or Credit Manager, collects financial information from customers and analyses their application. This might involve checking financial data and conducting risk assessments. You’ll make a recommendation on whether or not to approve an application and determine the amount a customer may borrow.

A Credit Officer should have a good head for numbers and a strong understanding of banking and financial systems. You’ll need to be good at financial analysis and be able to follow correct procedures. Customer service skills are important and you should be able to communicate with people from a range of backgrounds.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $69,992
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a credit officer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
FNS30322

Certificate III in Accounts Administration

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 12 months
$0 - $5,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
FNS50322

Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management

Blended, On Campus, Online
3 - 12 months
$0 - $15,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
FNS40821

Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking

Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 24 months
$0 - $10,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
FNS42022

Certificate IV in Banking Services

Blended
6 months
$6,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
FNS41820

Certificate IV in Financial Services

Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $2,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
FNS50922

Diploma of Banking Services Management

Blended, On Campus
12 - 18 months
$0 - $10,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
FNS40122

Certificate IV In Credit Management

Blended, Online
7 - 12 months
$0 - $1,745
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Business Administration

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $46,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Education (Educational Leadership)

Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $45,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $97,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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