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 course 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 course is accredited with the Financial Planner 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 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 |
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Year 1 Semester 2 |
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11001 | v.3 | Economics (Macro) 101 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
11010 | v.2 | Law (Contract) 101 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
50.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 1 |
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10815 | v.3 | Economic Techniques 102 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
12970 | v.4 | Finance (Personal) 220 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
2806 | v.5 | Finance (Introductory) 201 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
9792 | v.7 | Economics (Growth and Fluctuations) 202 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
100.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 2 |
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2807 | v.5 | Finance (Managerial) 212 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
6798 | v.4 | Taxation 301 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
6966 | v.3 | Mathematical Economics 201 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
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300956 | v.3 | Finance (Analysis) 206 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
8931 | v.5 | Economics (Markets) 203 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
100.0 | |||||
Year 3 Semester 1 |
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10993 | v.3 | Business Statistics 101 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
12971 | v.3 | Financial and Securities Law 298 | 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 | |
100.0 | |||||
Year 3 Semester 2 |
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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 | |
300958 | v.3 | Finance (Risk and Insurance) 309 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
100.0 | |||||