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As a Kaplan Professional graduate^, you automatically become a lifelong member of our alumni community, consisting of over 30,000 industry professionals and business leaders worldwide. Whether you’re interested in further study, receiving industry updates or connecting with fellow alumni, the Kaplan Professional Alumni Program offers you plenty of benefits.
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As part of our new Alumni Advantage Program, Kaplan Professional graduates (Graduate Diploma and higher) are entitled to receive 10% off any future postgraduate studies for the rest of their lifetime*.
We know for many of our graduates and alumni, this is not the end of your education journey because you’re devoted lifelong learners who are always looking to better yourselves, and deepen your knowledge and skills in new and emerging specialist areas of professional practice.
Kaplan Professional’s Alumni Advantage Program is for those who’ve graduated from a Graduate Diploma or higher. As part of the program, eligible alumni will receive 10% off their tuition fees* for any future postgraduate study with Kaplan Professional – whether that be a full postgraduate qualification or single subjects.
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*This alumni discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount. This may include but is not limited to corporate exclusives and pricing.
Only one discount can apply per student per qualification.
Are you interested in sharing your education journey with others? We’re always on the lookout for enthusiastic and passionate graduates to share their Kaplan Professional experience in testimonials to feature across our website, social media and brochures.
To get involved, answer a few short questions about your education and career journey.
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In addition to lifting the spirits of the Kaplan Professional team, it also helps others to understand the benefit of the support Kaplan Professional can provide to our students.
Alternatively, you can send your feedback to tom.baldwin@kaplan.edu.au.
Are you passionate about nurturing the next generation? We encourage you to explore the opportunity to become an industry practitioner or help guide others as a student mentor.
We’re looking to engage practitioners in the following roles:
If you don’t have the capacity to be involved as a practitioner, there are also opportunities as student mentors. Mentors welcome students to their initial subjects and post the occasional study or assessment tip throughout the study period, sharing their experience and advice.
For more information or if you have any questions regarding becoming a practitioner, our knowledgeable team can help. Please contact KPPractitioner@kaplan.edu.au.
If you require a replacement certificate, transcript or letter of results, you can apply by submitting a Replacement Qualification Statement form.
The Replacement Qualification Statement form can be found under ‘General Forms’.
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If you require assistance with your application, please call 1300 135 798.
Kaplan Professional is passionate about supporting you to achieve your professional and personal goals. Whether you want to progress your qualification, upskill or deepen your knowledge, here are some ways we can support lifelong learning.
Progress your qualification
If you’ve completed a graduate certificate or graduate diploma qualification with Kaplan Professional, you have the option to complete four or eight more subjects to upgrade to a higher-level qualification.
This will help deepen your technical knowledge and broaden your skill set, while boosting your credentials to stand out in an increasingly competitive market.
To upgrade your qualification or to discuss your options, contact our knowledgeable Course Advice team on 1300 135 798 > option 2 or courseadvice@kaplan.edu.au. Alternatively, request a time for us to call you back.
Further your education
If you’re looking to deepen your knowledge or broaden your skill set, Kaplan Professional offer a diverse range of industry-respected courses. Whether you’re interested in data science, leadership or continuing professional development, we can help you to achieve your education and career goals.
^Applies only to graduates who have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Masters qualification. Our applied finance courses were previously administered by Finsia and SIA, and we welcome these graduates as members of our alumni community.
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ELEVEN’s fresh approach to leadership development is focused on future leadership needs rather than what has come before. Leveraging the latest research in behavioural science, ELEVEN delivers a suite of face-to-face and online programs that will unleash potential and create extraordinary leaders. Programs are available to suit C-suite executives, aspiring leaders and corporate cohorts.
ELEVEN Executive Leadership Program ELEVEN’s Executive Leadership Program will help you unleash your full potential and take you to an 11/10 in every aspect of your life. Designed to stand out from traditional programs, this innovative program creates an environment to help you understand your true self and further your development of 11 key attributes to become an extraordinary leader.
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ELEVEN Future Leaders Program Based on the foundation principles of ELEVEN’s Executive Leadership Program, the Future Leaders Program will help you explore your authenticity and further your leadership potential to thrive in dynamic environments.
This state-of-the-art program is centred on the development of 11 key attributes and provides meaningful insight into your personal behaviours and the impact of those behaviours on others, while helping you to future-proof your leadership by building your confidence, agility and resourcefulness. Coupled with the practical application of the latest neuroscience research, ELEVEN’s Future Leaders Program is focused on attributes fundamental to human interaction and essential for 21st century leadership.
For more information about the ELEVEN Future Leaders Program, click here.
The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) charter has become the most respected and recognised investment designation in the world, and is the gold standard for the investment industry.
Kaplan Schweser has been navigating the challenge of the CFA Program exam since 1990, and we understand what it takes to pass all three levels of the exam. Our study program has evolved over the years to create an engaging and motivating experience for CFA candidates, guiding them to exam success in an efficient and adaptive manner.
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Kaplan Professional is the industry leader in delivering financial services continuing professional development (CPD). Our flagship and premium online platform, Ontrack, provides you the freedom and flexibility to plan and manage your ongoing CPD training requirements.
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Kaplan Professional is offering education update presentations for advice firms – available online or in person – designed to help advisers navigate the evolving professional landscape.
The financial advice profession is rarely a straight path. Increasing regulation, rising client expectations, technological change and higher professional standards mean advisers must continually adapt to remain relevant and competitive.
This presentation maps the full career lifecycle of an adviser – from entry into the profession through to specialisation, leadership and long-term sustainability. At each stage, we explore the capabilities required, the common challenges advisers face, and the role education plays not just as a compliance requirement, but as a strategic enabler of professional growth.
• Education pathways from entry to senior leadership
• How capability requirements evolve across career stages
• The shift from minimum standards to advanced technical and strategic expertise
• The role of ongoing education in building resilience, sound judgement and sustainable careers
Designed for adviser teams and leadership groups, this presentation provides practical insights into how structured learning supports long-term performance, professionalism and business sustainability.
To book an education update session for your advisers please contact your Corporate Relationship Manager to arrange a suitable time.
Date: Wednesday, 11 March
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm AEDT
Fee: $280
Where: Online (Zoom)
Host: Matthew Farley
A certificate of attendance outlining CPD hours will be awarded at the conclusion of this workshop. A full list of topics is available on our website.
Date: Thursday, 19 March
Time: 1:00pm – 3:30pm AEDT
Fee: $340
Host: Dr Jenny Diggle
Kaplan Professional has expanded the Financial Adviser Accelerator Suite with a new set of practical topics designed to further strengthen capability across both technical and client engagement areas.
As client expectations continue to rise and advice scenarios become more complex, early career advisers must combine sound technical knowledge with strong communication skills and thoughtful decision-making. The latest additions to the suite support this ongoing professional development.
Practical frameworks to enhance credibility, strengthen adviser presence and build more meaningful, long-term client relationships.
Structured approaches to assessing appropriate cover, modelling client scenarios and supporting well-reasoned, client-centred risk advice.
Applying probability-based thinking to improve strategic judgement and support more confident decision-making in uncertain environments.
These additions build on the Financial Adviser Accelerator Suite focus on applied, real-world learning, equipping advisers with skills that can be immediately implemented in practice.
The ongoing expansion of the Financial Adviser Accelerator Suite reflects Kaplan Professional’s commitment to supporting advisers as they continue to develop deeper expertise and deliver high-quality, client-focused advice.
For advisers who have now met the education standard, the focus shifts from compliance to opportunity.
Kaplan Professional offers clear pathways to build on the bridging courses and subjects already completed and convert that study into a full, recognised qualification. Advisers who have completed individual units toward the education standard may be eligible to articulate into the Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning or Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning, formalising their academic achievement and strengthening their professional standing.
From there, eligible Graduate Diploma alumni can upgrade to the Master of Financial Planning, completing the remaining subjects to attain a postgraduate qualification that positions them above the minimum regulatory requirement. The Master’s program also provides direct pathways toward leading professional designations, including CFP® and SSA®, enabling advisers to align academic progression with industry-recognised credentials.
Advisers who have completed the Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning are already eligible to obtain leading professional designations through the College for Financial Planning®. This includes globally-recognised credentials such as the Accredited Behavioural Finance ProfessionalSM (ABFP®) and Chartered Retirement Planning CounsellorSM (CRPC®) designation.
No further study is required to meet the education component for these certifications, allowing advisers to leverage their existing qualification to secure respected professional recognition and further strengthen their standing in the industry.
Beyond core qualifications, Kaplan Professional also offers access to additional specialist electives and professional designation pathways, allowing advisers to differentiate in areas such as superannuation, retirement, ethics and client strategy.
In short, completing the education standard doesn’t have to be the end point. With Kaplan Professional, it can be the foundation for higher qualifications, respected designations and long-term career progression.
Contact your Corporate Relationship Manager to discuss the education options and pathways for your adviser network. Alternatively, contact 1300 135 798 (option 2) or email courseadvice@kaplan.edu.au.
Kaplan Professional will host a special Women in Finance webinar on Tuesday, 3 March, celebrating the achievements, leadership and career journeys of women shaping the financial services industry.
The session will explore leadership, career progression and the role education has played in supporting professional success across diverse areas of the sector.
Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning dux, two-time Olympian and Financial Adviser at HLB Mann Judd.
Graduate Diploma graduate, business owner and founder of a caregiving training institute in Bangladesh, with more than 20 years’ industry experience.
Master of Applied Finance graduate and Director at BDO Sydney, specialising in governance, risk and assurance across financial services.
Date: Tuesday, 3 March
Time: 1:30pm AEDT
Location: Online (Zoom)
The webinar will include practical leadership insights, reflections on career growth, discussion on the impact of education in finance, and an interactive Q&A session.
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Kaplan Professional is offering eligible Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning alumni a limited-time opportunity to upgrade to the Master of Financial Planning at a fixed alumni price of $5,000.
This exclusive offer enables alumni to complete their remaining four subjects – two core subjects (FPC009 Complex Financial Planning and KAP001 Capstone Project) and two electives – at a substantially reduced cost compared to standard postgraduate tuition fees.
To access the offer, eligible alumni must enrol and commence their first subject by the Study Period 2 census date, 25 March 2026.
Upgrading to the Master’s degree provides advisers with the opportunity to deepen technical expertise, broaden strategic capability and position themselves strongly as professional standards across the industry continue to rise. The program also supports progression toward additional professional designations.
Full details, including subject structure, study plans and application steps, are available below.