Courses Handbook 2009

234807 v.4 Economics and Financial Planning Double Major


Introduction

This double major is designed to provide students with both the theoretical and technical skills necessary to operate in the financial planning industry. It aims to graduate students who are technically competent, professional and well respected in the financial markets. This double major provides a good foundation for students seeking employment in the financial planning arena. It also enables professionals currently employed in the field to further develop their skills. This double major is accredited with the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA), and graduates are eligible for associate membership (AFPA) after the relevant work experience requirements are met. It also meets the educational requirements for entry into the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) program. Graduates are also eligible for associate professional membership of the Economic Society of Australia (WA Branch).

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 2
11001 v.3   Economics (Macro) 101 3.0 25.0
311353 v.2   Communication in Business 100 4.0 25.0
  50.0
Year 2 Semester 1
10993 v.4   Business Statistics 201 3.0 25.0
2806 v.5   Finance (Introductory) 201 3.0 25.0
311816 v.1   Applied Contract Law 200 3.0 25.0
  75.0
Year 2 Semester 2
12970 v.4 #   Finance (Personal) 220 3.0 25.0
2807 v.5 #   Finance (Managerial) 212 3.0 25.0
6798 v.4 #   Taxation 301 3.0 25.0
9792 v.7   Economics (Growth and Fluctuations) 202 3.0 25.0
  100.0
Year 3 Semester 1
12973 v.3 ^   Estate Planning 326 3.0 25.0
300958 v.3 #   Finance (Risk and Insurance) 309 3.0 25.0
6966 v.3   Mathematical Economics 201 3.0 25.0
  OR
300956 v.3   Finance (Analysis) 206 3.0 25.0
9753 v.6 ^   Finance (Portfolio Management) 301 3.0 25.0
  100.0
Year 3 Semester 2
12034 v.5   Business Capstone 301 3.0 25.0
12972 v.3 #   Superannuation and Retirement Planning 321 3.0 25.0
300957 v.3 #   Finance (Plan Construction) 319 3.0 25.0
8931 v.5   Economics (Markets) 203 3.0 25.0
  100.0
#      Needed for PS146 compliance
^      Needed for FPA membership
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