Graduate Diploma in Financial Services
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Financial Services at UNE?
This course is designed to provide a comprehensive study and analysis of the knowledge and skills applicable to a career in the financial services industry, in particular, the focus is on financial planning. Thus the course will give students the skills to understand and apply wealth creation principles to assist clients in achieving individual or family financial objectives through the financial planning process. The course is intended to equip students with the expertise, awareness and knowledge required to operate in an increasingly competitive environment.
Students will have the opportunity to systematically study a strategic selection of themes including financial planning, managing wealth, estate planning, risk management, the stock market, investment management, finance theory, taxation, superannuation, mutual funds, applied economics, social benefits, insurance, selling and sales techniques, and relevant private and corporate law.
This course has been approved by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and is listed on the ASIC Training Register.
The course has also been approved by the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA) as an "approved degree". In addition, the FPA grants advanced standing for units CFP2, CFP3 and CFP4 of the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Certification Program, on successful completion of the Graduate Diploma.
Career Opportunities
Financial Planner, and careers associated with Wealth Management, Estate Planning, Taxation, Superannuation, Mutual Funds, Risk Management and Insurance, Capital markets, Investment, Risk and return, Diversification, Portfolio Management.
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DURATION
Up to 12 Trimesters Part-timeFEES
Full FeeInternational
2012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 3, Off Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
All students apply direct to Graduate School of Business
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| Course Type | Postgraduate | ||||||||||||
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| Fees | Full Fee / International | ||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | ||||||||||||
| Benefits | The distance education model run by the Graduate School of Business encourages students to apply learning immediately. |
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| How to apply |
All students apply direct to Graduate School of Business For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall: (a) hold a three-year degree or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the School as sufficient qualification for admission to candidature; or (b) hold the UNE Graduate Certificate in Financial Services or other Graduate Certificate as approved by the Director of the Graduate School of Business, with a minimum Credit grade average. This course is not open to graduates of the UNE Bachelor of Financial Services. |
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| Additional Requirements | A copy of your CV or Resume showing at least 3 years work experience Certified or notarised copy of your Identification (eg: passport) Certified or notarised copies of Bachelor or postgraduate academic records A personal Statement covering areas such as: Your most significant experiences or achievements to date; Your long-term objectives and your expectations of this degree in fulfilling these objectives; Where you see yourself five years from now; Any other information you consider relevant to your admission. * Evidence of English Language Proficiency if previous studies were not in English |
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| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | Work related components will be included in the course, particularly as it relates to simulated client interviews and writing reports based on the interviews; analysing simulated clients' financial needs, preparing risk profiles and writing Financial Plans. |
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| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing is available for other postgraduate study that has a reasonable correspondence with units prescribed for this degree. The maximum advanced standing that can be granted for units that have been successfully completed towards a postgraduate qualification at this or another university or institution is 50% of a program. |
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| Academic Colours |
Spectrum Orange (BCC 57) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall:
(a) hold a three-year degree or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the School as sufficient qualification for admission to candidature; or
(b) hold the UNE Graduate Certificate in Financial Services or other Graduate Certificate as approved by the Director of the Graduate School of Business, with a minimum Credit grade average.
This course is not open to graduates of the UNE Bachelor of Financial Services.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing is available for other postgraduate study that has a reasonable correspondence with units prescribed for this degree.
The maximum advanced standing that can be granted for units that have been successfully completed towards a postgraduate qualification at this or another university or institution is up to 50 percent of a program.
An articulation pathway will be permissible for the Graduate Certificate in Financial Services.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be up to twelve trimesters as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 48 credit points.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
For candidates admitted under Rule (a)
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 42 cps |
| Listed Units | 6 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
To view the complete Program of Study click here
For candidates admitted under Rule (b)
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Block Advanced Standing | 24 cps |
| Core Units | 18 cps |
| Listed Units | 6 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
To view the complete Program of Study click here
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Financial Services.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Financial Services on completion of GSB608, GSB609, GSB610 and GSB611.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.