Understanding the valuation of mining projects and mining companies is complex. The knowledge of mining finance and analysis is important not only for finance professionals but also those working in the mining industry such as engineers, geologists and mining managers wishing to broaden their finance knowledge. Individuals who undertake this course are well positioned to gain advanced technical and specialist skills and knowledge in the mining finance industry.
The structure of the course provides an opportunity for companies wishing to provide career pathways by choosing a specialist qualification for staff in order to upskill, progress or retrain them.
The nature of the course also caters for those wishing to enter the field of finance by providing a clear progression pathway to higher degrees.
Graduates may be employed in areas of mining investment analysis, financial analysis, and financial risk management.
There are three compulsory subjects which provide an introduction to the key areas of the finance sector, and one elective subject taken from a selected group.
Three (3) core subjects:
One (1) elective subject (choose one):
Single subject study is also available. Click here for full subject availability.
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| Principal dates | Study Period 4 | Study Period 5 | Study Period 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolments open | 01-May-17 | 26-Jun-17 | 04-Sep-17 |
| Study period commences | 10-Jul-17 | 04-Sep-17 | 13-Nov-17 |
| Census | 26-Jul-17 | 20-Sep-17 | 29-Nov-17 |
| Study period ends | 29-Sep-17 | 24-Nov-17 | 02-Feb-18 |
Download a PDF of the 2017 timetable.
| Principal dates | Study Period 1 | Study Period 2 | Study Period 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolments open | 30-Oct-17 | 18-Dec-17 | 26-Feb-18 |
| Study period commences | 8-Jan-18 | 12-Mar-18 | 7-May-18 |
| Census | 24-Jan-18 | 28-Mar-18 | 23-May-18 |
| Study period ends | 30-Mar-18 | 1-Jun-18 | 27-Jul-18 |
| Principal dates | Study Period 4 | Study Period 5 | Study Period 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolments open | 30-Apr-18 | 25-Jun-1 | 3-Sep-18 |
| Study period commences | 9-Jul-18 | 3-Sep-18 | 12-Nov-18 |
| Census | 25-Jul-18 | 19-Sep-18 | 28-Nov-18 |
| Study period ends | 28-Sep-18 | 23-Nov-18 | 29-Jan-19 |
Below are the minimum education requirements for entry into our postgraduate courses.
Alternative entry pathways may be available to you if you do not meet the minimum education requirements. In addition, other entry requirements, such as English language proficiency, may apply to you depending on your academic background.
The qualifications listed as minimum education requirements must be from a recognised Higher Education provider (including the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition).
| Course | Minimum education requirement for entry |
|---|---|
| Master of Applied Finance | – A related* Undergraduate Degree or Graduate Diploma, or – An unrelated Undergraduate Degree or Graduate Diploma plus 2 years related industry experience |
| Graduate Diploma of Applied Finance | – An Undergraduate Degree or Graduate Certificate, or – A related* Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or – An unrelated Advanced Diploma or Diploma plus 2 years’ related industry experience, or – Academic and/or professional qualifications demonstrating potential to undertake study at this level |
| Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance | – An Undergraduate Degree, or – A related* Advanced Diploma or Diploma – An unrelated Advanced Diploma or Diploma plus 2 years’ related industry experience, or – Academic and/or professional qualifications demonstrating potential to undertake study at this level |
| Graduate Certificate in Corporate Finance | – An Undergraduate Degree, or – A related Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or – An unrelated Advanced Diploma or Diploma plus 2 years related industry experience, or – Academic and/or professional qualifications demonstrating potential to undertake study at this level. |
| Graduate Certificate in Mining Finance | – An Undergraduate Degree, or – A related Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or – An unrelated Advanced Diploma or Diploma plus 2 years related industry experience, or – Academic and/or professional qualifications demonstrating potential to undertake study at this level. |
*Download examples of related degrees
You will be required to provide Kaplan Professional with documents supporting that you meet the requirements for entry into the course. Please review the Provision of Entry Requirement Documents (PDF) for more information.
Related industry experience
Related industry experience can include, but is not limited to:
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*Download examples of related degrees
You will be required to provide Kaplan Professional with documents supporting that you meet the requirements for entry into the course. Please review the Provision of Entry Requirement Documents (PDF) for more information.
Related industry experience
Related industry experience can include, but is not limited to:
Download the Related Industry Experience Form
Each Kaplan Professional postgraduate qualification has minimum entry requirements. Please ensure you meet the eligibility requirements required to enrol.
In order to complete your studies with Kaplan Professional, you are assumed to have the following skills and access relating to technology. Please click here to view our minimum technology requirements.
You may be able to obtain an exemption for a Kaplan subject based on your previous study, professional membership status and work experience.
Not all subjects are available in every study period so make sure you check your preferred subject is offered. Check the subject outline to understand hours of commitment and prerequisites.
Make sure you check the assessment timetable to ensure you are available to sit the assessment pieces.
You only pay fees for subject(s) in which you enrol each study period. Check the fee schedule for more information about fees.
FEE-HELP is also available. Click here to find out if you’re eligible.
You can enrol now and supply documentation to support your application for enrolment at a later date, within three weeks of your initial enrolment into the qualification.
On enrolment, new postgraduate students will be required to post an original certified copy of their previous studies.
If you are paying by cheque, utilising a deferral or have a preferred client code you will need to download a copy of our paper-based enrolment form above.
Talk to a Student Adviser on 1300 135 798.
When you study at Kaplan, you pay as you go. So, you only need to pay for the subjects you intend to study each trimester.
The fees listed below apply to all Higher Education subjects:
Subject Fees
| Enrolment fees | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017/2018 | AUD $2,325 |
Click here for a full list of fees and allowances.
FEE-HELP is also available. Click here to find out if you’re eligible.
Throughout your studies, you’ll be able to count on the helping hand of our knowledgeable and experienced Student Advice team, who are always a phone call or email away.
The Student Advice team will be in regular contact to keep you up to date with important information, as well as being able to assist with decisions about subject enrolments, completion pathways and general study advice.
If you have a condition or special learning need which impacts on your ability to study or to complete assessments, the following application processes are available to you:
Please make us aware of your circumstances at the time of your enrolment, or as soon as possible thereafter. Refer to the Assessment Policy for further information on both of these processes.
KapLearn is your virtual classroom where you can access your learning resources and activities. This enables you to connect to your course materials, industry experts and your fellow students. Contained within KapLearn are the following resources:
E-books are advanced digital versions of traditional subject notes, and use some of the latest technology to give you greater interactivity and accessibility throughout your studies.
E-books allow you to search for key words, highlight important content and write comments or calculations on the pages which you can print out and use for study purposes. You also have instant access to online learning resources such as online lectures, required readings and discussion forums.
In order to enhance the learning experience, students can access a number of presentations within their subject rooms. Depending on the learning resources required, subjects may incorporate the following:
Delivered by industry experts from Australia’s leading financial institutions they can be viewed online or downloaded as an MP3 allowing you to listen anytime, anywhere.
Each subject has an interactive discussion forum which gives you the opportunity to stimulate conversation, debate issues and share knowledge with other students. Each forum is facilitated by an industry practitioner who is a subject matter specialist who will guide you with your learning.
The Kaplan Library and Resource Centre provides a range of information and learning support resources, and research services to assist you in your studies. This includes access to online databases which contain full-text journal, magazine and newspaper articles, Australian company information and e-books.
Our library catalogue contains descriptive information about our book and e-book collections. The Library and Resource Centre also contains learning support materials to assist you with referencing including e-tutorials and quizzes; guides to using the databases; library policies; contact details for our preferred bookshops; and other useful resources.
Subjects require approximately 120 hours of student effort (11-12 hours per week). This includes time spent on activities, such as reading and review of subject materials, participating in e-learning activities, and assessment preparation and review.
At Kaplan Professional, our graduates prosper from courses that offer real world application, built by practitioners working in the field. But don’t take our word for it. Hear what some of our students have had to say about their Kaplan learning experience.
Erin Shields – Senior Financial Advisor at Dixon Advisory
Why did you choose Kaplan over other providers?
Kaplan has a solid reputation worldwide as a leader in educational courses and their specialty in online education provides the flexibility and accessibility necessary for people like myself who need to juggle work and their studies. I was confident that Kaplan would provide the content I wanted to learn, with the reputation to be recognised in the broader community.
What did you think of Kaplan’s course structure?
I loved that I was able to select subjects that were relevant and interesting to my career and interests. I appreciated the flexibility to pace myself through my studies, but was also grateful for the expectation that a topic should be completed within a respectable time period.
How has the course helped you in the workplace while studying?
Absolutely! The practical nature of the courses has greatly assisted me in devising strategies for my own clients. Kaplan’s courses appeal to a broad range of students, with courses providing the most basic introduction to a topic and compounding this knowledge into more complex theories and strategies; all of which are relevant and useful when providing advice.
Where are you now in your career and has this course helped you get there?
I am currently working as a Financial Advisor with Dixon Advisory, providing strategic advice to Australians to assist them to understand their goals and realise their financial objectives in a tax-effective and risk-appropriate way.
Jai Manzo – Associate Director at NAB
Why did you choose Kaplan over other providers?
I chose Kaplan over other providers as it is an internationally recognised institution and provided me the ability to complete my studies online in my own time. This allowed me to balance studies and full-time work as I was able to study when and where I chose – even while overseas!
What did you think about Kaplan’s course structure?
The course structure, via the breadth of elective subjects provided, afforded me flexibility to tailor my studies towards building knowledge for my current role as well as for my future career aspirations. The course structure also focused on shared learning among students via discussion forums and team activities which provided invaluable opportunities to expand my professional network.
How has the course helped you in the workplace while studying?
The real life industry case studies provided practical, relevant and up-to-date knowledge which I could apply immediately in my workplace. The delivery of these industry case studies by current industry practitioners and experts ensured a focus on knowledge for the workplace underpinned all subjects.
Where are you now in your career and has this course helped you to get there?
The course has played an integral role in progressing my career at NAB. The practical nature of subject content was tailored specifically to help me excel in the workplace and keep me up to date with industry requirements and issues.
Find out what more of our students had to say about studying with Kaplan.
“I can testify that its courses are first class in bringing the practicalities of the market and the real economy together in an understandable way which is materially beneficial to those involved in the financial services sector.
The key involvement of practitioners brings to life the vicissitudes of the economy and market such as the 1987 sharemarket crash, 1990’s recession, internet bubble and GFC, against a robust theoretical background. My experience is that this combination is unparalleled in the postgraduate financial services education marketplace and so cannot recommend it any more highly.”
Michael Heffernan
Kaplan Practitioner
“Kaplan offers a distinct advantage over many postgraduate education providers.
Kaplan subjects are prepared in conjunction with and delivered by senior industry professionals with an intimate knowledge of both theory and practice. This will give any student an edge in a very competitive marketplace. If you want to know both the theory and how things really work, then Kaplan is where you need to come.”
Angela Ashton
Consultant at Fundhost
Kaplan practitioner
“Kaplan courses equip students with the up-to-date knowledge and skills they need to reach their full potential. By learning directly from industry practitioners, students can immediately and practically apply the knowledge to their professional career.”
Peter Richards
Senior Financial Planner
Centric Wealth Advisers
Kaplan practitioner
“The courses combine theory with practical examples and references to relevant situations in the market, so students can apply their learning on the spot. The insight into the finance sector provided by practitioners who earn their living in the industry is invaluable.”
Hamish Blair
Director
Leadenhall Corporate Finance
Kaplan practitioner
“The fact that the practitioner faculty are employed in the industry ensures that the knowledge they impart is current, practical and relevant. Most of the students are also working in the industry and so the interaction between students and faculty generally provides informed debate on current industry affairs.”
John-Paul Monck
Senior Analyst – Diversified Institutions Division
Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)
Kaplan practitioner
“Kaplan’s postgraduate courses offer a unique mix of theory and real-life practical examples that provide students with an excellent base from which to develop and enhance their careers. Students have the ability to learn from a wide range of professionals who offer their own expertise and experience, which allows students the opportunity to build a competitive edge in today’s marketplace.”
Anthony Lazzoppina
Director Investment Banking, M&A Advisory
Barclays Capital
Kaplan practitioner
