Victoria University

Master of Financial Planning

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 24 months
  • Course Type: Master's

Develop advanced knowledge in financial planning, investment, superannuation, risk, taxation and client advice while building professional and ethical capabilities for the financial planning sector.

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Course overview

VU Online’s Master of Financial Planning develops advanced knowledge and skills for students looking to enter or progress within the financial planning profession. The course covers the ethical, professional and regulatory responsibilities involved in providing financial advice.

You will study areas including investment planning, superannuation and retirement, risk management, estate planning, taxation, commercial law and behavioural finance. You will also develop skills in financial plan construction and client management.

Later study includes Business Consulting, Accounting and Financial Management, Corporate Finance and Art and Practice of Leadership. Students also use XPlan/Iress during the course, with access provided by VU Online.

The course is delivered 100% online using VU’s Block Model, with students completing one unit at a time over each seven-week study period. It comprises 12 units and can be completed in a minimum of two years part-time.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Master's
Duration
24 months (Part time)
Price Per Unit
From $4,155
More Information
Prices are based on the total course load of twelve units. Unit fees vary depending on the unit studied.
Intake
11th January, 2027
8th March, 2027
10th May, 2027
5th July, 2027
30th August, 2027
25th October, 2027
Units
More Information
You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.

The unit total reflects the number of units required for course completion, not the total credit point weight. Some units may be double- or triple-weighted, so the number of units you complete may be lower.
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Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
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What you will study

To attain the Master of Financial Planning, students are required to complete the following 12 units:

  • Risk Management and Estate Planning
  • Superannuation and Retirement Wealth Planning
  • Principles of Financial and Investment Planning
  • Taxation Law of Australia (Bridging)
  • Professionalism and Ethics (Bridging)
  • Financial Advice Corporation and Commercial Law (Bridging)
  • Behavioural Finance for Financial Advisers
  • Financial Plan Construction and Client Management
  • Business Consulting
  • Accounting and Financial Management
  • Corporate Finance
  • Art and Practice of Leadership

Entry requirements

Students must have one of the following requirements:

  • Completion of an Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a similar discipline.
  • Completion of an Australian Graduate Certificate (or equivalent) in a similar discipline.
  • Completion of an Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline and five years of managerial experience.
  • Applicants without an undergraduate qualification may be admitted to the graduate certificate based on approved work experience. Upon completion of the graduate diploma, graduates will be eligible for admission to this course with credit granted for completed units.

Recognition of Prior Learning

You may be able to get credit for your course based on prior formal, non-formal or informal learning. To apply, you will need to provide supporting documentation outlined by the university. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

Potential careers include middle to senior management roles in the financial planning industry. This can include roles such as:

  • Financial Adviser
  • Financial Planner
  • Insurance Adviser
  • Superannuation Consultant
  • Risk Adviser
  • Business Development Manager
  • Client Service Officer

Fees and FEE-HELP

Cost per unit in 2026: From $3,115 up to $4,155 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Total cost for 12 units in 2026: $41,540 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Student fees may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of units studied per term.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.

Student Testimonials

Amanda Frape

Amanda Frape

I am receiving a lot of support from my facilitators and my Student Success Advisor, who boosts my confidence and self-esteem.

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Emma Longuet

The flexibility, relevance and opportunity that VU Online brings to higher education are testaments to excellence in teaching and learning.

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Maxwell Gratton

It was personally satisfying to connect and collaborate with a range of industry professionals. Many have become valuable work contacts, some even lifelong friends and career mentors.