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300959 v.2 Financial Planning Major


Introduction

This major is designed to provide a sound understanding of the process of financial planning and the fundamental skills and knowledge required in professional practice. It comprises a foundation in business studies followed by specialist units in financial planning. The course provides a good foundation for those wishing to gain employment in the finance industry and is accredited with the Financial Planning Association (FPA). 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 Planner (CFP) program.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 2

10815 v.3   Economic Techniques 102 3.0 25.0
11001 v.3   Economics (Macro) 101 3.0 25.0
  50.0

Year 2 Semester 1

10828 v.3   Income Property Analysis 102 3.0 25.0
11010 v.2   Law (Contract) 101 3.0 25.0
12971 v.3   Financial and Securities Law 298 3.0 25.0
2806 v.5   Finance (Introductory) 201 3.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

2807 v.5   Finance (Managerial) 212 3.0 25.0
300956 v.3   Finance (Analysis) 206 3.0 25.0
6798 v.4   Taxation 301 3.0 25.0
  SELECT 1 ELECTIVE   25.0
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 1

12970 v.4   Finance (Personal) 220 3.0 25.0
12973 v.3   Estate Planning 326 3.0 25.0
9753 v.6   Finance (Portfolio Management) 301 3.0 25.0
  SELECT 1 ELECTIVE   25.0
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 2

12034 v.5 # Business Project 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
300958 v.3   Finance (Risk and Insurance) 309 3.0 25.0
  100.0
# In 2005 only this unit may be substituted with an elective unit.
 
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