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Course overview
STUDY MODE
100% online
NUMBER OF SUBJECTS
3
NEXT INTAKE
Enrol and start anytime
COURSE FEE
$710.00
AVAILABLE LOANS
N/A
AQF LEVEL
5
COURSE DURATION
Maximum of 54 weeks
ACCREDITATION
PROVIDER ID
RTO 90116
| FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| *IFP (optional) | DIPMB1 | DIPMB2 | DIPMB3 |
| Introduction to Finance Principles | Industry Knowledge and the Lending Process | Complex Lending and Broking | Business Management Skills |
For more information, please see the subject outlines below:
- Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP)
- Industry Knowledge and the Lending Process (DIPMB1) or Industry Knowledge and the Lending Process – Gap Module/RPL (DIPMB1-GM)
- Complex Lending and Broking (DIPMB2)
- Business Management Skills (DIPMB3)
For individuals who’ve previously completed the FNS40820 or FNS40821 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking, units of competency may be recognised though credit transfer and count towards the first subject of the Diploma.
For individuals who have previously completed the FNS40815 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking, units of competency may be recognised in combination with a Gap Module or RPL and count towards the first subject of the Diploma.
Please refer to the ‘Enrolment information’ section of this page for further details.
Learning outcomes
Course learning outcomes
Individuals who choose to complete the optional subject Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP) will have a basic understanding of:
- The finance industry
- Accounting principles
- Financial statements
On successful completion of the FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management subjects below, individuals should be able to:
DIPMB1
- Accurately and efficiently, evaluate and process credit applications
- Identify and meet the needs of finance and mortgage broking clients
- Appropriately present broking options and solutions to clients
- Develop productive relationship with clients
- Apply knowledge of the financial services industry to their professional practice
Alternatively, individuals may complete DIPMB1-GM as their first subject.
DIPMB1-GM
- Develop and maintain internal and external professional networks
- Understand how networks work and what the different types of networks achieve
- Build a network
- Maintain strategic alliances with network partners
- Apply knowledge of best interest duty and duty of care to clients in their professional practice
DIPMB2
- Accurately and efficiently evaluate and process complex credit applications
- Identify and meet the needs of clients with specialised and complex financing requirements, including commercial, business, property and leasing finance
- Analyse financial statements and the application of financial ratios in assessing the viability of proposals
- Apply ethical principles to decision making and to act in line with ethical principles
DIPMB3
- Demonstrate self-management skills in building and maintaining a client base in the finance and mortgage broking industry
- Develop professional business relationships
- Apply the knowledge of business management to promote and develop a business
Topics
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP) | Topic 1: Introduction to business finances Topic 2: Accounting principles Topic 3: The balance sheet Topic 4: The income statement Topic 5: Statement of cash flows Topic 6: Analysing financial statements Topic 7: Cost behaviour analysis Topic 8: Budgeting and forecasting |
| Industry Knowledge and the Lending Process (DIPMB1) | Industry Knowledge Topic 1-1: The industry and economy Topic 1-2: Legislation and codes of practice Topic 1-3: Products and services Business Skills Topic 2-1: Organisations, teams and individuals The Lending Process Topic 3-1: Understanding the client’s needs Topic 3-2: Developing and presenting solutions Topic 3-3: Packaging the application to send to lender Topic 3-4: Monitor the lending process |
| Industry Knowledge and the Lending Process - Gap Module (DIPMB1-GM) | Topic 1: Develop and maintain professional networks Topic 2: Best interests duty |
| Complex Lending and Broking (DIPMB2) | Complex Lending and Broking Topic 1: Identifying and developing complex broking options Topic 2: Legislation and codes of practice Topic 3: Ethical decision-making frameworks and principles |
| Business Management Skills (DIPMB3) | Business Management Skills Topic 1: Business growth and marketing Topic 2: Business operations Topic 3: People management |
Units of competency
15 units of competency are awarded for the successful completion of the FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management; 10 core and 5 electives. There are no units of competency issued in the IFP Introduction to Finance Principles subject.
For information on the units of competency, please see the subject outlines in the ‘Course Overview’ tab.
Individuals who choose to complete the optional subject Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP) will have a basic understanding of:
- The finance industry
- Accounting principles
- Financial statements
On successful completion of the FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management subjects below, individuals should be able to:
DIPMB1
- Accurately and efficiently, evaluate and process credit applications
- Identify and meet the needs of finance and mortgage broking clients
- Appropriately present broking options and solutions to clients
- Develop productive relationship with clients
- Apply knowledge of the financial services industry to their professional practice
Alternatively, individuals may complete DIPMB1-GM as their first subject.
DIPMB1-GM
- Develop and maintain internal and external professional networks
- Understand how networks work and what the different types of networks achieve
- Build a network
- Maintain strategic alliances with network partners
- Apply knowledge of best interest duty and duty of care to clients in their professional practice
DIPMB2
- Accurately and efficiently evaluate and process complex credit applications
- Identify and meet the needs of clients with specialised and complex financing requirements, including commercial, business, property and leasing finance
- Analyse financial statements and the application of financial ratios in assessing the viability of proposals
- Apply ethical principles to decision making and to act in line with ethical principles
DIPMB3
- Demonstrate self-management skills in building and maintaining a client base in the finance and mortgage broking industry
- Develop professional business relationships
- Apply the knowledge of business management to promote and develop a business
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP) | Topic 1: Introduction to business finances Topic 2: Accounting principles Topic 3: The balance sheet Topic 4: The income statement Topic 5: Statement of cash flows Topic 6: Analysing financial statements Topic 7: Cost behaviour analysis Topic 8: Budgeting and forecasting |
| Industry Knowledge and the Lending Process (DIPMB1) | Industry Knowledge Topic 1-1: The industry and economy Topic 1-2: Legislation and codes of practice Topic 1-3: Products and services Business Skills Topic 2-1: Organisations, teams and individuals The Lending Process Topic 3-1: Understanding the client’s needs Topic 3-2: Developing and presenting solutions Topic 3-3: Packaging the application to send to lender Topic 3-4: Monitor the lending process |
| Industry Knowledge and the Lending Process - Gap Module (DIPMB1-GM) | Topic 1: Develop and maintain professional networks Topic 2: Best interests duty |
| Complex Lending and Broking (DIPMB2) | Complex Lending and Broking Topic 1: Identifying and developing complex broking options Topic 2: Legislation and codes of practice Topic 3: Ethical decision-making frameworks and principles |
| Business Management Skills (DIPMB3) | Business Management Skills Topic 1: Business growth and marketing Topic 2: Business operations Topic 3: People management |
15 units of competency are awarded for the successful completion of the FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management; 10 core and 5 electives. There are no units of competency issued in the IFP Introduction to Finance Principles subject.
For information on the units of competency, please see the subject outlines in the ‘Course Overview’ tab.
Pathways
Study pathways
To stay ahead in this competitive industry, Kaplan Professional provides training in specialist knowledge areas such as financial planning or life insurance.
Career pathways
Candidates who meet all the course requirements will be able to seek work in the financial services in a finance and mortgage broking-related role.
Continuing professional development (CPD)
Continuing professional development (CPD) of your knowledge and skills is essential to remaining compliant under ASIC’s Regulatory Guide 206 (RG 206). ASIC has specified representatives offering mortgage broking services must undertake 20 hours of CPD each year. CPD requirements for MFAA and FBAA membership are set over and above the ASIC requirements.
Kaplan Professional offers CPD training for finance and mortgage brokers through Ontrack — our online Continuing Education platform — which delivers monthly multimedia learning content, along with tracking and reporting capabilities.
Kaplan Professional’s CPD training is recognised and accredited by the FBAA and MFAA. Please review the educational requirements on the FBAA and MFAA websites for further information. To learn more about our ASIC RG 206 compliance offerings, please visit the Ontrack learning content page for more information. In addition, our friendly and knowledgeable Ontrack Support team is available to assist you Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm (AEST). Call 1300 527 526 or email pdmail@kaplan.edu.au.
Assessment
The assessments for each subject are listed below. Units of competency are co-assessed by topic within subjects, as listed in ‘Units of competency’.
| Subject | Assessment | Assessment detail |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP) | No formal assessment | |
| Industry Knowledge and the Lending Process (DIPMB1) | One (1) exam | Supervised, open-book, multiple-choice exam with four (4) attempts. |
| One (1) written assignment | Completion of short-answer questions, case studies and validation reports to demonstrate the skills and knowledge for claims job roles, two (2) attempts. | |
| One (1) oral assignment | Completion of oral response to questions, presentation(s) and role play(s) to demonstrate the skills and knowledge for claims job roles, two (2) attempts. | |
| Alternative to DIPMB1: Industry Knowledge and the Lending Process Gap Module (DIPMB1-GM) (completed instead of DIPMB1 by eligible students) | One (1) written assignment | Written assignment – two (2) attempts • Short-answer questions and two (2) case studies |
| Complex Lending and Broking (DIPMB2) | One (1) exam | Supervised, open-book, multiple-choice exam with four (4) attempts |
| One (1) written assignment | Completion of short-answer questions, case studies and validation reports to demonstrate the skills and knowledge for claims job roles, two (2) attempts. | |
| One (1) oral assignment | Completion of oral response to questions, presentation(s) and role play(s) to demonstrate the skills and knowledge for claims job roles, two (2) attempts. | |
| Business Management Skills (DIPMB3) | One (1) exam | Supervised, open-book, multiple-choice exam with four (4) attempts. |
| One (1) written assignment | Completion of short-answer questions, case studies and validation reports to demonstrate the skills and knowledge for claims job roles, two (2) attempts. | |
| One (1) oral assignment | Completion of oral response to questions, presentation(s) and role play(s) to demonstrate the skills and knowledge for claims job roles, two (2) attempts. |
Individuals may attempt the exam and/or submit their assignment at any time if they believe they are adequately prepared. Individuals will receive personal reminder emails as they approach their assessment deadlines.
Individuals must be deemed to be ‘demonstrated’ in all assessment items, including demonstrating competency in all of the exam questions, in order to be awarded their qualification.
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Duration
Individuals have a total of:
- 42 weeks to complete the learning and assessment requirements for the FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management, from their initial activation date
- An additional four (4) weeks’ re-submission time per subject (excluding IFP Introduction to Finance Principles) – if an individual reaches the end of their initial enrolment period and has been deemed ‘not yet demonstrated’ in one or more assessment items, then an additional four (4) weeks will be granted, provided all assessment tasks have been attempted during the initial enrolment period. There is no fee for this extension.
This means if an individual completes the learning and assessment, and the re-submission time in every subject is granted (except in IFP Introduction to Finance Principles), the duration will be 54 weeks.
The subject breakdown for this course is below:
| Subject | Duration |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP) – optional | 6 weeks course work - No resubmission time available (no formal assessments) |
| Industry Knowledge and the Lending Process (DIPMB1) | 12 weeks course work - 4 weeks resubmission time as outlined above |
| Complex Lending and Broking (DIPMB2) | 12 weeks course work - 4 weeks resubmission time as outlined above |
| Business Management Skills (DIPMB3) | 12 weeks course work - 4 weeks resubmission time as outlined above |
Including all of the subjects in this qualification (IFP, DIPMB1, DIPMB2 and DIPMB3) the total duration for the FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management is 42 to 54 weeks.
The amount of training for this subject may be up to the amount of hours per week – shown below:
- DIPMB1: 10
- DIPMB1-GM: two (2)
- DIPMB2: 10
- DIPMB3: 10
The amount of training is the hours a student can expect to spend engaged in structured learning or tutor-led activities.
The assessment hours for this subject may be up to the amount of hours per week shown below:
- DIPMB1: nine (9)
- DIPMB1-GM: three (3)
- DIPMB2: nine (9)
- DIPMB3: nine (9)
These are the hours a student can expect to be engaging in assessment activities.
In addition to the amount of training and assessment hours, students who are new to industry or vocational training could need up to the following hours per week, known as unsupervised hours:
- DIPMB1: seven (7)
- DIPMB1-GM: two (2)
- DIPMB2: seven (7)
- DIPMB3: seven (7)
These additional hours are for study skills or further research. For example, a student not working in industry would need more time to review industry websites that are usually introduced in workplace compliance training. Students working in industry may be able to complete the subject requirements in a shorter timeframe or less hours per week.
Additional study-related fees apply to formal extensions and re-enrolments. Please refer to the Vocational Education Fees schedule found here.
Please also refer to our Vocational Education and Training (VET) Enrolment Terms and Conditions here or our Student Handbook here for important information on:
- Subject activation and completion timeframes
- Extensions
- Subject re-enrolment
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements to enrol directly in the FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management.
However, Kaplan Professional recommends individuals who are new to industry (individuals with less than six (6) months’ experience in the finance sector) complete the optional subject, Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP).
If individuals have already completed a FNS40820 or FNS40821 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking, then they won’t be required to complete Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP). Their units of competency may be recognised though credit transfer as the first subject of the Diploma (evidence of completion must be provided if not studied through Kaplan Professional).
If individuals have already completed a FNS40815 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking, then they will not be required to complete Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP). Their units of competency may be recognised in combination with a Gap Module or RPL as the first subject of the Diploma (evidence of completion must be provided if not studied through Kaplan Professional). To study the Gap Module, individuals must have completed an FNS40815 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking qualification, which includes the unit of competency BSBCUS402 Address customer needs. If individuals have not completed this unit, then they may still enrol in the ‘Gap’ option, but will be required to complete the Gap RPL assessment.
Individuals are required to be aged 18 years or older to enrol in this course.
Individuals who are in Australia on a student visa are unable to enrol in this course. If you are in Australia on a visa and wish to enrol, you need to ensure you are enrolling in accordance with the study conditions of your visa.
Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) requirements
This course requires you to read comprehensive learner workbooks, complete a range of written assessments, undertake independent research activities, and at times engage, in online forums and discussions. In addition, the delivery mode relies on the extensive use of written communication.
If you have any doubts about whether you have the language, literacy and numeracy skills to undertake a Kaplan Professional program, we recommend you speak with our Student Services team on 1300 662 203 or mail@kaplan.edu.au.
Computing technology and skills requirements
In order to complete your studies with Kaplan Professional, you’re assumed to have the following skills and access relating to technology.
This course requires you to read comprehensive learner workbooks, complete a range of written assessments, undertake independent research activities, and at times engage, in online forums and discussions. In addition, the delivery mode relies on the extensive use of written communication.
If you have any doubts about whether you have the language, literacy and numeracy skills to undertake a Kaplan Professional program, we recommend you speak with our Student Services team on 1300 662 203 or mail@kaplan.edu.au.
In order to complete your studies with Kaplan Professional, you’re assumed to have the following skills and access relating to technology.
How to apply
Individuals may enrol in the FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management at any time and begin studying immediately on enrolment.
On enrolment, please select one of the four (4) options below:
1. FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management: Enrolment directly in the FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management.
2. FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management + IFP: Enrolment directly in the FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management with the Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP) subject.
Instead of completing Subject 1 (DIPMB1) of FNS50322 Diploma of Finance Mortgage Broking Management, individuals who have completed previous relevant studies may enrol in one of the following:
3. FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management – Upgrade: with previous completion of FNS40820 or FNS40821 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking.
The units of competency from FNS40820 or FNS40821 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking may be recognised though credit transfer as the first subject of the Diploma (evidence of completion must be provided if not studied through Kaplan Professional). Individuals will move directly on to Subject 2 (DIPMB2) of the Diploma.
4. FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management – Upgrade Gap Module/RPL: with previous completion of FNS40815 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking.
Option 1: Gap module – Individuals complete a six (6)-week DIPMB1 Gap Module (DIPMB1-GM) with one (1) written assignment. Combined with their previous completion of the FNS40815 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking (evidence must be provided if not studied through Kaplan Professional), the student will be awarded the updated units of competency in DIPMB1 once the submission has been assessed as competent in DIPMB1-GM. To study the Gap Module, individuals must have completed an FNS40815 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking qualification which includes the unit of competency BSBCUS402 Address customer needs. If individuals have not completed this unit, then they may still enrol in the Gap option, but will be required to complete the Gap RPL assessment (see below).
Option 2: Recognition of Prior Learning – Individuals may be able to obtain Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) based on their previous completion of the FNS40815 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking (evidence must be provided if not studied through Kaplan Professional) and work experience (evidence must be provided). This option is available to individuals who have completed an FNS40815 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking qualification, which does not include the unit of competency BSBCUS402 Address customer needs. If students are deemed ‘demonstrated’ in the RPL assessment, they will be awarded the units of competency in DIPMB1.
After either options 1 or 2 above, individuals then move directly on to Subject 2 (DIPMB2) of the Diploma.
Enrol nowIt is recommended individuals complete the FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management subjects in the following order:
- Introduction to Finance Principles (IFP) (optional)
- Industry Knowledge and the Lending Process (DIPMB1) or Industry Knowledge and the Lending Process – Gap Module (DIPMB1-GM)
- Complex Lending and Broking (DIPMB2)
- Business Management Skills (DIPMB3) – Now available for new enrolments
This course is delivered online via Kaplan Professional’s learning management system, KapLearn.
You will receive login details to KapLearn on enrolment. When you log into KapLearn, you’re able to access the subject notes, assessments and additional learning materials. This includes media, case studies, practice activities and your online tutor.
Assessments are accessed and submitted through KapLearn.
Corporate clients should contact our Corporate Solutions team at corporate@kaplan.edu.au to discuss delivery options and how we can further tailor our training to meet your business needs.
Individuals may be able to obtain RPL for a Kaplan Professional award subject based on their previous study and/or work experience. To do this, individuals must submit evidence that demonstrates they’ve already met the requirements of the subject through these other means.
Evidence can take many forms. This includes information about approved study, information about work experience, certificates, transcripts or other credentials.
To find out if they’re eligible for RPL, individuals should refer to our Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) page.
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Fees
There are four (4) enrolment options:
- FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management: Enrol directly into the program for $710 (GST free).
- FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management + IFP: Enrol directly into the program for $710 (GST free).
- FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management – Upgrade: Enrol directly into the program for $355 (GST free). With completion of FNS40820 or FNS40821 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking, receive credit transfer for Subject 1 of the Diploma.
- FNS50322 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management – Upgrade Gap Module/RPL: Enrol directly into the program for $355 (GST free). With completion of FNS40815 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking, choose either a six (6)-week gap module or RPL to provide recognition for Subject 1 of the Diploma.
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