MJDU-FINPL v.1 Finance and Financial Planning Double Major (BCom)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
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. This major provides a good foundation for those wishing to gain employment in the finance industry.
Course Accreditation
The Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and FInancial Planning) course is accredited by the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA).
Professional Recognition
This double major is accredited by the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA).
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Major/Stream Entry and Completion Details
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
Course Entry/Completion Note
Financial Planning Major (BCom) (MJRU-FINPL) cannot be taken as a single major. It is for Finance and Financial Planning Double Major (BCom) (MJDU-FINPL) only.
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
Duration and Availability
This double major is available to international students studying in Australia on a study visa.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| BLAW1004 | v.1 | Business Law | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| FNCE2000 | v.1 | Introduction to Finance Principles | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| ECON1000 | v.1 | Introductory Economics | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 75.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| FNCE2003 | v.3 | Business Analysis for Investment | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| FNCE3001 | v.1 | Introduction to Financial Instruments and Markets | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| ECOM2001 | v.1 | Quantitative Techniques for Business | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| TAXA3007 | v.1 | Elementary Australian Tax Law | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| TAXA2000 | v.1 | Introduction to Australian Tax Law | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| FNCE3000 | v.1 | Corporate Finance | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| FNCE2004 | v.1 | Introductory Business Financial Modelling | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| FNCE2001 | v.1 | Personal Finance | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| TAXA3005 | v.1 | Superannuation and Retirement Planning | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| TAXA3006 | v.1 | Estate Planning | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| FNCE3004 | v.1 | International Finance | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| FNCE3003 | v.1 | Personal Risk and Insurance | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| INVE3001 | v.1 | Portfolio Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| ECON2007 | v.1 | Behavioural Economics and Finance | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| BLAW2006 | v.1 | Company Law for Business | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| INVE3000 | v.1 | Introduction to Derivative Securities | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 75.0 | |||||
* This is for the Finance and Financial Planning double major - Financial Planning can not be taken as a single major. For Finance and Financial Planning double major students will need to choose Financial Plan Construction (FNCE3002) instead of Business Capstone (MKTG3000) as common core unit within Bachelor of Commerce Business Core.
Further Information
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