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STUDY MODE

100% online

NUMBER OF SUBJECTS

1

NEXT INTAKE

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COURSE FEE

$150.00

AVAILABLE LOANS

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AQF LEVEL

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COURSE DURATION

6 weeks

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Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP) – Industry Induction is an optional introductory subject for individuals who are new to industry (less than 6 months experience in the finance sector). This subject provides students with a foundational understanding of the financial industry and a basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.

Please refer to the course outline for more information.

Learning outcomes

Course learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to have a basic understanding of:

  • The finance industry
  • Accounting principles
  • Financial statements

Duration

Individuals have 6 weeks to complete the learning and assessment requirements for the Introduction to Finance Principles – Industry Induction from their initial enrolment date.

An individual could expect to spend up to 14 hours per week for this subject, this would include time for learning content and preparing for knowledge questions within each topic.

Additional study-related fees apply to formal extensions and re-enrolments.

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to have a basic understanding of:

  • The finance industry
  • Accounting principles
  • Financial statements

Individuals have 6 weeks to complete the learning and assessment requirements for the Introduction to Finance Principles – Industry Induction from their initial enrolment date.

An individual could expect to spend up to 14 hours per week for this subject, this would include time for learning content and preparing for knowledge questions within each topic.

Additional study-related fees apply to formal extensions and re-enrolments.

Assessment

There is no formal assessment for this subject, please see below:

TopicAssessmentAssessment Detail
Topic 1-8No formal assessmentKnowledge check questions contained within each topic

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements to enrol in this subject.

Individuals are required to be 18 years and over to enrol in this subject.

Individuals who are in Australia on a student visa are unable to enrol in this subject. If you are in Australia on a visa and wish to enrol, you need to check that you are enrolling in accordance with the study conditions of your visa.

How to apply

You may enrol into this course at any time and begin studying immediately on enrolment.

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This course is delivered online via Kaplan’s learning management system KapLearn

You will receive login details to KapLearn on enrolment. When you log on to KapLearn you can access learning modules and knowledge check questions.

Policies

Student policies

Individuals who enrol in a Kaplan Professional course are bound by our published policies, including the policy that sets out our rules for assessment. Individuals can review these policies here. The policies also assist individuals when their study program does not go as planned and they need extra support.

Terms and conditions

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Refund policy

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Fees

Enrol directly into the program for $150.00 (GST exclusive).

For additional study-related fees, please click here.

Support and wellbeing

We understand studying isn’t always easy; you may not have studied for some time or perhaps you haven’t studied online previously. Kaplan Professional recognises juggling study with work and family commitments, while trying to find the balance can be demanding.

Your wellbeing and safety is paramount to Kaplan Professional. We want to ensure your experience is well-rounded and balanced to help you attain the most from your studies, so we encourage you to take advantage of the services available to you.

Support and wellbeing

We understand studying isn’t always easy; you may not have studied for some time or perhaps you haven’t studied online previously. Kaplan Professional recognises juggling study with work and family commitments, while trying to find the balance can be demanding.

Your wellbeing and safety is paramount to Kaplan Professional. We want to ensure your experience is well-rounded and balanced to help you attain the most from your studies, so we encourage you to take advantage of the services available to you.

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