Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning

A qualification approved by the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) is mandatory for all financial planners. Swinburne Online's FASEA-approved Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning is a great way to meet the new education requirements for existing financial planners, as well as people who are looking to start their career in the field.

This qualification will equip you with knowledge in investment, insurance, taxation, superannuation and estate planning. It develops the analytical and creative skills you will need for tackling Financial Planning issues within planning and decision making.

Studying online gives you the benefit of upskilling and earning your qualification without having to put your life on hold. You can continue to work and study at the same time.

The Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning is also accredited by the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA). While you are studying you can become a member of the FPA for free to get access to a network of financial planning professionals and resources. Existing members of the FPA will receive a 15% discount for this course.

Apply coherent and advanced knowledge of financial planning and business concepts in diverse contexts and applications using critical thinking.

Draw from your comprehensive knowledge of financial systems and relevant regulations to help clients achieve their financial goals.

Communicate proficiently with clients, gather and interpret appropriate data and use advanced tools and practices to produce a financial plan.

Assist individuals and companies to reach their long-term financial goals. Provide expert advice on investing, retirement planning, superannuation and other key financial aspects of people's lives.

Help individuals and organisations prepare their tax returns, with tax planning and tax accounting. With your expert tax law knowledge, you'll be essential during the end-of-financial-year.

Focuses on cash management, corporate finance and financial risk management within a business.