Professional Certificate in Applied Self Managed Superannuation Fund
Please note: this degree is under review and will not be accepting applications for 2023.
Stay on top of the fastest growing sector in financial planning and wealth management
Investment in superannuation in Australia is building at an astonishing rate, now totalling over $1.3 trillion. Most rapidly increasing is the self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) industry. There are over 2,500 new accounts opening each month, taking the total to over 410,000 SMSFs. Because of this, the SMSF industry is under great scrutiny and seeing all kinds of legislative changes.
Our Professional Certificate in Applied Self-Managed Superannuation Funds has been designed in conjunction with the SMSF Association. It provides the skills SMSF practitioners need to thrive in a changing landscape. This extends to financial planners, accountants, lawyers and auditors.
What will you do?
This degree is designed to link up with industry requirements. You will:
- study foundational SMSF concepts, theories and operations through two core courses
- consolidate and extend your current knowledge and skills base
- gain insights into psychological influences on investment decision-making
- advance your critical thinking, practical and communication skills.
The Professional Certificate in Applied Self-Managed Superannuation Funds is an exit only program for students currently enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Self-Managed Superannuation Funds program.
Entry Requirements
Please note: For programs including placements and/or study-related activities in settings where COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory, it is an inherent requirement that all students be fully vaccinated prior to undertaking the placement and/or study-related activity.
From 30 June 2023, in accordance with Australian government requirements, the University will be returning to face-to-face teaching for all students where it is safe and practical to do so. For students with circumstances where it would not be practical or safe to travel to Australia, exemptions may apply. Students are encouraged to regularly check Study in 2023 and International Student Covid-19 FAQ for information and updates.
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Australian Full-fee place: $9,250
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Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Career Readiness
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Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Professional Accreditation
This course provides students with ASIC RG146 compliance in the specialist area of self-managed superannuation funds.
Please Note: In order to provide advice in self-managed superannuation funds, students must also hold a RG146 compliance in the specialist knowledge areas of Superannuation, Generic Knowledge and Skills.
This course will be assessed for CPD points with the SMSFA Association (SMSFA) and the Financial Planning Association (FPA).
Potential careers
Accountant, Auditor, Financial Planner
Degree Structure
This program consists of two courses:
- CORPFIN 6009: SMSF Best Practice
- CORPFIN 6010: Understanding SMSF Trustees
Students must study the courses in the order listed above and must have successfully completed a course before being able to undertaken a subsequent course.
Areas of Specialisation
Example Study Plan
Core courses:
- CORPFIN 6009: SMSF Best Practice
- CORPFIN 6010: Understanding SMSF Trustees
Courses must be studied in order.
Assessment
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Last updated: Wednesday, 28 Sep 2022
