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Successful applicants will be able to start their studies from Study Period 6 2025, commencing on Monday, 27 October 2025. Application form is now closed.
Whether you are just starting out or looking to deepen your expertise, our postgraduate applied finance programs are designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to thrive in a competitive industry. Applications are now closed.
12 Subjects
Three (3) core + nine (9) electives
• Corporate Finance
• Investment Management
• Banking
• Risk Management
• Financial Modelling
• Advanced portfolio construction and asset valuation
• Strategic financial decision-making
• Risk and compliance frameworks
• Real-world application of financial modelling tools
Experienced professionals aiming for leadership roles in finance, banking or investment.
Eight (8) subjects
Three (3) core + five (5) electives
• Core financial principles and market dynamics
• Investment analysis and portfolio management
• Corporate valuation and capital structure
• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
Professionals seeking to broaden their financial expertise or transition into a finance-focused role.
Four (4) subjects
Two (2) core + two (2) electives
• Fundamental financial concepts and tools
• Introduction to financial markets and instruments
• Practical skills in financial analysis and decision-making
Early-career professionals or those new to finance looking to build a strong foundation.
• Four (4) subjects – for high-potential candidates with a strong track record and vision for leadership in finance. • Two (2) subjects – for motivated individuals with a clear commitment to professional growth.
To apply, you must: • Be a finance professional at any stage of your career – whether you are just starting out, building momentum or bringing years of experience and insight • Demonstrate a strong desire to progress in the finance industry • Meet the entry requirements for your chosen course • Submit a 500-word personal statement outlining: • Your career goals • How the course will support your journey • Why you are a strong candidate for the scholarship
1. Choose your course 2. Prepare your personal statement 3. Complete the online scholarship application form 4. Submit before Friday, 19 September 2025 4. Successful applicants will be notified by Wednesday, 1 October 2025
Anyone who meets the entry requirements for the Master, Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate of Applied Finance and demonstrates a strong commitment to progressing their career in finance is encouraged to apply.
There are two scholarship tiers available:
• Two (2) subjects – for motivated individuals with a clear commitment to professional growth.
• Four (4) subjects – for high-potential candidates with a strong track record and vision for leadership in finance
1. Select your preferred course
2. Prepare a 500-word personal statement
3. Complete the online scholarship application form with attached personal statement and any support evidence
4. Submit your application between Monday, 21 July 2025 and Friday, 19 September 2025.
Your statement should outline:
• Your career goals
• How the course will help you achieve them
• Any contributions you have made to the finance industry or community
• Why you believe you are a strong candidate for the scholarship
Scholarships are only available to those who are commencing their postgraduate applied finance course. Those who are already enrolled and currently studying are ineligible.
Yes! The Graduate Certificate especially is ideal for those new to the industry or transitioning from another field. We welcome applicants from diverse professional backgrounds.
Scholarship applications are open between Monday, 21 July 2025 and Friday, 19 September 2025. Successful applicants will be notified on Wednesday, 1 October 2025 and will be able to commence their studies in Study Period 6 2025, which commences on Monday, 27 October 2025.
Scholarship offers are tied to a commencement date of Study Period 6 2025 (commences Monday, October 27). If you need to defer, you may be required to reapply or request special consideration.
While you do not need to be an Australian citizen to be awarded a scholarship, you must be currently based in Australia and aged 18 or older at the time you commence your studies.
Individuals who are in Australia on a student visa are ineligible for a scholarship. If you are in Australia on a visa and wish to apply, you need to ensure you are enrolling in accordance with the study conditions of your visa.
Please check the course pages or contact Kaplan Professional for the most up-to-date eligibility information.
Scholarships are awarded based merit, which may include:
• Academic history and performance
• Relevant work experience and achievements
• Strength and detail of written personal statement
To ensure fairness and transparency, we do not make scholarship decisions based on protected attributes such as race, gender, disability or other personal characteristics. All applicants are assessed equally based on the published criteria.
Scholarships cannot be combined with other Kaplan Professional discounts or promotional offers unless explicitly stated. However, eligible students may still access government financial assistance such as FEE-HELP for approved courses.
FEE-HELP is a loan program offered by the Commonwealth Government to help eligible students pay their tuition fees. This allows students to focus on their studies while managing other responsibilities such as work or family. The loan is repaid through the Australian tax system once the income threshold is met.
To learn more about FEE-HELP eligibility and how it applies to Kaplan Professional courses, please click here.
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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9 March
25 March
29 May
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.