Bachelor of Business (Financial Planning)

Highlights:
Graduate with a degree accredited by the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority recognised by the Federal Treasury.
Develop skills and knowledgeable in the fields of investment taxation, superannuation, insurance, and estate planning.
Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in critical thinking, professional communication, teamwork, and financial planning technology.
Learn about the legal framework and regulation of financial markets in Australia, including securities, managed funds, financial instruments, and the role of regulators.
Be taught by expert academics and industry leaders who bring valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
Gain practical experience working with consultancies, government, corporate settings, andor community groups through QUT's Work integrated learning (WIL) unit.
Meet the requirements for membership with the Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA).​
- As of January 1st, 2022, the responsibilities of the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) have been, in part, taken over by the Federal Treasury. What to expect: In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of finance, investment, taxation law, superannuation, and retirement planning. From there, you will explore more advanced subjects, including insurance, risk, management and estate planning, financial services and law and personal financial planning.You'll also gain valuable hands-on experience navigating and operating widely used financial software such as XPlan. Guided by industry experts, you'll learn how to gather and analyse information to manage finances effectively, evaluate risk, and assess performance and value.QUT's Financial Planning course is designed in collaboration with industry partners, with an emphasis on real-world learning. Throughout your studies, you will hear from many prominent financial planning professionals ranging from CEOs of leading finance associations to local and international financial advisers from a variety of industries.As part of our Work Integrated Learning program, you'll also have the opportunity to complete professional work placements in consultancies, corporate settings, government, and community groups. This will allow you to build on what you've studied in class while also helping you develop the transferable skills and essential work experience you need to enter the workforce confidently.Careers and outcomes:
Financial planning is a dynamic and broad industry that offers many career opportunities in financial advising, wealth creation, investment management, insurance planning, estate planning, debt resolution and risk management.Professional recognition:
The Bachelor of Business (Financial Planning) has received approval from the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) and provides the necessary educational qualifications to practice as a financial planner in accordance with Australia's new regulations.Possible careers:
Financial planner
Investment manager
Paraplanner
Private client advisor
Risk insurance advisor
Stockbroker
Superannuation advisor
Wealth management consultant

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with final aggregate score of 28.. IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall with 6.0 in all other band. TOEFL iBT: 79 Overall with Listening 16, Reading 16, Writing 21, Speaking 18.
An aggregate score of 8 based on the best three A-Level subjects from General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced (A2) Level.