Bachelor of Business (Financial Planning)
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    Bachelor of Business (Financial Planning)

    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia
    Australia, Adelaide
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    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 20,369 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJune 5, 2026
    Bachelor of Business (Financial Planning)

    About

    This flexible degree prepares you for today’s complex financial planning landscape. Developed specifically for online audiences, it sets you up to tackle real-world challenges and support clients of all kinds.

    You'll study financial planning focused on the Australian environment, covering everything from tax and risk management to superannuation and estate planning. Learn how to meet client-specific needs despite complex regulatory requirements. Explore business intelligence and data analytics.

    Develop crucial interpersonal skills. Understand how to help your clients reach short and long-term financial goals. Gain the essential educational requirements to practise as a financial planner.

    Already employed? Apply your new insights immediately to elevate your current role and deliver better outcomes.

    You’ll graduate with sought-after business knowledge and financial planning skills. Your expertise will be impactful, transferable and in demand. You’ll be ready for lucrative roles in financial planning, investment, insurance and estate planning.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

    International non-student visa holders

    This program is delivered online. It is open to international students who:

    1. are studying online outside of Australia; or
    2. do not require a student visa to undertake this program in Australia.

    It is not available to international students wishing to study in Australia on a student visa.

    Career

    Career outcomes

    Financial planners do so much more than manage investments. It’s a rewarding profession that helps people make smart money choices for their families and achieve financial independence.  

    As a financial planner, you’ll have plenty of career options. You could work at financial institutions, insurance funds, investment banks or financial advisory firms. You might choose self-employment and set up your own practice, using your new business insights to get off the ground. Perhaps you’ll specialise in tax planning, risk management or retirement planning. 

    You could also be a: 

    • Qualified financial planner or financial adviser 
    • Investment manager 
    • Insurance broker 
    • Estate planner 
    • Superannuation consultant 
    • Wealth manager  
    • Client relationship manager.  

    Or, continue to a master’s degree in business to broaden your career prospects.  

    Since January 2019, new national rules have required anyone wanting to become a financial planner to complete an accredited degree that includes approved study of ethics. The new rules also introduced extra professional requirements. As well as an approved degree, financial planners must complete a professional year including undertaking Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and pass a national exam.  

    Industry trends 

    In 2021, the Australian financial services market was valued at over A$10.9 trillion, growing at a rate of 13.2% (Roy Morgan, 2023). The financial and insurance services industry is expected to employ more than 600,000 people by May 2033, with increasing demand for managers and skilled professionals (Job and Skills Australia, 2023). 

    According to Gartner’s Top 5 Priorities for CFOs (2024), 40% of finance roles will either be newly created or significantly changed by 2025 due to advancements in finance technology. This will drive demand for finance professionals with expertise in modern digital tools and technologies – a major focus in Adelaide University’s financial planning courses.  

    Accreditation

    Adelaide University is working through relevant approvals for program accreditation.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    20,369 / year(s)
    Bachelor of Business (Financial Planning)
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide

    Go to Official Website