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CRS1300149

Master of Financial Planning

A FAS-approved postgraduate qualification at AQF Level 9, developed with input from industry experts. It blends advanced technical rigour with practical, performance-focused learning that is immediately applicable. The course supports pathways to the Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) and SMSF Specialist Adviser™ (SSA®) designations, while also offering the option to add specialist credentials such as the Accredited Behavioural Finance Professional℠ (ABFP®) and Chartered Retirement Planning Counsellor℠ (CRPC®) to showcase expertise in targeted advice areas.
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CRS1200368

Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning

An eight-subject qualification at AQF Level 8, forming the first part of the Master of Financial Planning. FAS-approved and designed as a benchmark qualification, it equipsindividuals with advanced technical capabilities and practical insights to support regulatory obligations and career progression. Individuals can also pursue specialist designations such as the Accredited Behavioural Finance Professional℠ (ABFP®) or Chartered Retirement Planning Counsellor℠ (CRPC®).
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Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning

A four-subject, AQF Level 8 course offering practical, industry-relevant learning built with expert input. It serves as an accessible starting point for individuals entering or transitioning into financial planning. The Graduate Certificate provides immediate workplace value and is a recognised pathway into the Graduate Diploma and Master of Financial Planning.
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Specialist programs

FPC001B

FPC001B - Economic and Legal Context for Financial Planning

This subject focuses on key economic and commercial law concepts, including economic issues of current relevance. It aligns to FAS bridging course: Financial Advice Regulatory and Legal Obligations.
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FPC002B

FPC002B - Ethics and Professionalism in Financial Advice

This subject focuses on the ethical and professional obligations of financial advisers through the broad lens of ethical and professional theoretical frameworks. It aligns to FAS bridging course: Ethics for Professional Advisers.
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FPC007B

FPC007B - Client Engagement Skills

This subject focuses on behavioural finance concepts to understand different types of behavioural biases that may impact an individual’s financial decision-making. It aligns to FAS bridging course: Client and Consumer Behaviour, Engagement and Decision Making.
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Course Layout

Advisers have up to five (5) years to complete the FAS-approved Master of Financial Planning pathway.

Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning
4 core subjects
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Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning
FAS-approved
4 core subjects
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8 core subjects
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Master of Financial Planning
FAS-approved
4 core subjects
+
8 core subjects
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10 core subjects
7 elective subjects
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I currently recommend Kaplan Professional to my firm and I’m already working on solutions to help our existing advisers upskill to meet their 2026 requirements.

Ben Travers

Master of Financial Planning

Since I started in the industry, we’ve been constantly reminded of what’s required to stay relevant. I’m always eager to undertake as much learning and professional development as I can because knowledge, techniques and strategies are constantly evolving – what was once relevant 10 years ago is likely to expire over time.

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Master of Financial Planning

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