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The University of Western Sydney’s Financial Advising degree is an innovative multi-disciplined program which addresses the day-to-day issues encountered in accounting public practice in both small and medium sized accounting firms, and also in financial services firms. These issues require an in-depth understanding of taxation, financial planning, superannuation and accounting, and the inter-relationships and impact these disciplines have on giving overall financial advice.

Study Financial Advising degree to gain in-depth knowledge of the legislation, policies, personal attributes and principles of providing financial advice to businesses and individuals. The Bachelor of Financial Advising is a pathway to a range of careers in providing financial advice.

Course Details

Duration

3 years full-time or equivalent part-time.

Note: 'part-time' refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes.

A Career in Financial Advising

The Bachelor of Financial Advising is suited to those students seeking a career path directed towards public accounting and financial planning practices which emphasise expertise in the areas of superannuation, taxation, personal financial planning and overall integrated financial advice. As a graduate, you may pursue an exciting career such as:
»» client investment adviser
»» financial advisory officer
»» retirement planning adviser
»» investment adviser
»» tax or investment consultant
»» accountant
»» tax accountant
»» financial planning professional

Positions can be found in private practice, as well as in local, state and federal government departments, large and small financial institutions, and a large range of businesses.

Assumed Knowledge

Mathematics and any two units of English.

Application Information

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