- Gain a professional qualification in a high-growth industry
- Opportunities for cadetships with financial services firms
- Graduates meet ASIC requirements for financial advisers
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Commerce (Financial Planning)
Award abbreviation: BCom(FinPlan)
QTAC code: 012101 **
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-15 / Rank-69
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: BU357
CRICOS code: 076979A. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
** Students may choose to complete the core and foundation courses at either the USC Noosa Centre or on campus. The remainder of the degree is completed on campus. The option to study at Noosa is not available to international students on a Student Visa.
Financial planning is the process of identifying personal and financial goals and devising effective ways to reach them.
In this program you major in financial planning and gain general business knowledge via foundation courses in economics, management, marketing, research methods, accounting, and business law and ethics. Specialised courses cover the financial planning process, investment management, finance, superannuation, taxation, insurance, risk management, and estate planning. The program is a pathway to recognised Financial Planner designation. A second major is available from the Bachelor of Business.
Career opportunities
Financial planner, fund manager, investment adviser, compliance officer, insurance broker, stockbroker, investment banker, business manager.
Professional recognition
Graduates may become members of the Financial Planning Association of Australia Ltd; and if coupled with the accounting major, CPA Australia, Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, Institute of Public Accountants.
Accreditation
This program is fully accredited with the Financial Planning Association of Australia Ltd.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business for program advice
Program Leader
Dr John Teale
Tel: +61 7 5430 1255
Email: jteale@usc.edu.au
Study Plan
This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 2, 2012.
For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 2, 2012:
- Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
- Select the program in which you are enrolled.
- Either scroll down to the Program Structure, or select the Recommended Enrolment Pattern link.
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete a minimum of 24 courses including all core and required courses listed below, and electives.
- Complete no more than 10 introductory level courses, including core courses.
- (Optional) Use Electives to complete a minor to supplement the required major.
- Register any selected Minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Core courses (1)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Marketing Communication |
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR110 Sport and Event Marketing | |||
| COR111 Social Marketing |
Required courses (7)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS101 Brand Management | |||
| BUS102 Communication and Thought | |||
| BUS103 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| BUS104 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| ACC106 Applied Research Methods | |||
| ACC108 Economics for Business | |||
| BUS320 Business Law and Ethics |
Major courses (8)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACC211 Management and Organisational Behaviour | |||
| ACC311 Accounting Principles | |||
| FIN210 Informatics for Financial Professionals | |||
| FIN220 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility | |||
| FIN221 Business Finance | |||
| FIN310 Taxation Law and Practice | |||
| FIN320 Introduction to Financial Planning | |||
| FIN321 Retirement and Superannuation |
Elective courses (7)
Select 7 advanced level elective courses, of which up to 6 may be from either faculty (Arts and Business, or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
TOTAL UNITS 288