Griffith University
Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationFor those new to financial planning including career changers or non-degree holders, the Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning provides the foundation level of knowledge and skills required by modern financial advisors to start and progress their career. This includes the practice and theory of financial planning including financial markets, risk management and taxation.
For experienced advisers holding a related degree, the Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning provides an opportunity to meet the new regulatory requirements and advance knowledge in areas such as finance, leadership, consumer behaviour and more. A choice of electives is packaged with the Financial Adviser Standards (FAS) bridging courses into a program of study.
You will graduate with a degree accredited under the new standards set out by FAS.
Delivery mode
Griffith 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.
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning, a student must:
- hold any Bachelor degree (or higher) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale) OR
- have a minimum of five years equivalent full-time professional work experience in a relevant field OR
- have a combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to either of the above OR
- meet the definition of an 'existing provider' as detailed in the Professional Standards legislation.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Graduate Diploma of 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...
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...
Retirement Planner
A Retirement Planner is a financial professional who specialises in helping clients prepare for their retirement by providing tailored advice on sa...
Risk Manager
A Risk Manager identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks to protect an organisation’s assets and ensure compliance with regulations. You might work...
Wealth Manager
A Wealth Manager provides tailored financial advice to clients, helping them manage and grow their wealth. You might work in financial institutions...
About Griffith University
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