Victoria University

Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The world of finance is constantly changing. VU Online’s Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning will help you remain competitive and strengthen your current skillset. Build and practice the skills employers demand to immediately add value to your career, organisation and clients.

Current financial planners or advisers can leverage VU Online’s Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning in order to complete their required CPD. By upskilling with a Graduate Certificate, students can also begin the pathway to a FASEA-approved Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning. Our online postgraduate Block Model means you will be able to complete your Graduate Certificate 100% online, with no textbooks to purchase.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a similar discipline; OR

Applicants with a minimum of five (5) years approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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Study mode Online
Duration 8 Months
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Career opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning will prepare you for the following roles.

Financial Advisor

A Financial Advisor develops strategies to help clients reach their financial goals. You might work with individual clients, small businesses or la...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Financial Planner

A Financial Planner offers professional advice to clients on how they might reach their financial goals. You might make recommendations based on yo...

Avg yearly income $114,400
Entry barriers Low

Investment Advisor

An Investment Advisor provides clients with advice on investment opportunities and services. You’ll discuss customers’ financial goals and determin...

Avg yearly income $117,000
Entry barriers Low

Investment Analyst

An Investment Analyst evaluates financial data and trends to provide investment recommendations. You might work in financial institutions, investme...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Risk Advisor

A Risk Advisor provides expert guidance on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could impact an organisation's operations and objectiv...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Wealth Manager

A Wealth Manager provides tailored financial advice to clients, helping them manage and grow their wealth. You might work in financial institutions...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.