Master of Financial Planning
Postgraduate | GRF-CFP-MAS | 2021
Course information for 2021 intake View information for 2024 course intake
Equip yourself for growth
Learn to grow the wealth of others while you grow your own career. Become a master in planning for the ultimate financial success of your clients – from superannuation to retirement, investment, tax advice and more.
- Study method
- Online & on-campus
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Total subjects
- 12
- Price from
- $41,250
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
Master of Financial Planning
About this degree
Help individuals grow and manage their wealth. Griffith's Master of Financial Planning is designed to launch and advance the career of the modern financial advisor. From superannuation and retirement planning, to investments and tax advice - this degree equips you with the knowledge and skills to advise individuals and small businesses on financial matters. You will learn about financial markets, investments, risk management, taxation, retirement and estate planning, and behavioural finance. With Griffith, you’ll be able to connect with a virtual community of like-minded professionals to deepen your learning experience, expand your professional network, and prepare you for an increasingly globalised and competitive financial market sector.
Recommended study pattern
12 teaching periods part-time.
Award requirements
To be eligible for the award of Master of Financial Planning (MFinPlan), a student must acquire 120 credit points for the prescribed courses.
Degree structure:
https://www.griffith.edu.au/study/degrees/master-of-financial-planning-5685#degree-detailsWith a network of campuses spanning three cities in South East Queensland, Griffith University is committed to progressive multidisciplinary teaching and research and a valuable online provider with Open Universities Australia. Already attracting students from over one hundred countries, Griffith's dedication to academic excellence is available across Australia through OUA.
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- QS Ranking 2024:
- 18
- Times Higher Education Ranking 2024:
- 20
How to apply
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Entry requirements
Hold related Bachelor degree (or higher) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale)
OR
hold a Griffith Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning (or equivalent) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale).Students with a Griffith Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning will receive 40 credit points of advanced standing.
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English.
Griffith University grants credit and recognition of prior learning which may relate to prior formal learning or prior informal and non-formal learning. For more information, please visit the following website:
Study method requirements
At Griffith, our financial planning degrees are designed for flexibility so you can balance study with your current job, family commitments and social life. You can study full-time or part-time, at Nathan campus or online. With our accelerated online degrees, you can study part-time and still fast-track your Master of Financial Planning. Each course runs for six weeks so you can focus on one at a time. With six intakes every year, you can start virtually whenever you're ready.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities exist in the financial services industry (namely, banks, funds management and financial planning companies) in various roles including client services officers, business development, client administration officers and trainee para-planners.
Professional recognition
The Master of Financial Planning is accredited by the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA). Graduates will be eligible for admission to the Financial Planning Association (FPA) of Australia’s Certified Financial Planner® Certification Program; membership with the Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) and membership with the Self Managed Super Fund (SMSF) Association.
Career outlook
- Finance Managers:
- Over $120K
- Financial Brokers:
- Over $120K
- Financial Dealers:
- Over $120K
- Financial Investment Advisers and Managers:
- Over $120K