Kaplan Professional- Rupa brochure 2015

Study while you play Set yourself up for a successful post-rugby career with a qualification from Kaplan Professional, one of Australia’s leading providers of professional education and training in financial services and real estate.

Our fully-flexible online model enables you to study anywhere, anytime, so you can be at your best on and off the field. www.kaplanprofessional.edu.au

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Why Kaplan Professional?

Training and education forms a key component of a player’s professional development both as a person and an athlete. A 2012 survey of the full-time professional playing group found that 75% of Australia’s Super Rugby players believed they performed better when undertaking some form of training or education program off the field.

The Rugby Union Players Association (RUPA) aims to assist all members in seeking opportunities and undertaking further professional development throughout their careers.

RUPA’s official education partner, Kaplan Professional, is one of Australia’s leading providers of professional education and training in financial services and real estate. Kaplan Professional exists to enable individuals to achieve their educational and career goals through industry-relevant learning that is respected by employers across the country.

With training, match days and other personal responsibilities, it can be difficult to find the time to pursue training and education outside your professional commitments.

Our qualifications are designed to be delivered online, supported by innovative and interactive learning resources.

This allows you to study where and when you choose, anywhere in the world, without taking time out from your training and match days. With manageable course completion deadlines, you structure your study to suit your own schedule.

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Student Support Student Services Representatives Our Student Services Representatives are students’ first point of contact and can assist with a range of questions relating to access and support, including: >> Study pathway, subject and qualification advice >> Enrolment and activation of subjects >> Login and password queries >> Exam bookings and assignment uploads >> Extensions and subject deadline queries

Customer Experience Officers Specifically dedicated to Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Financial Planning students, our Customer Experience Officers will familiarise students with online learning and provide an orientation of KapLearn subject rooms and available resources. They can also assist to: >> Map out student study plans >> Assist students to manage their time and workload >> Maintain student momentum (follow-up calls to check students are on track for completion of goals)

Student Success Team

You may not have studied for some time or perhaps you haven’t studied online previously. At Kaplan we have a team of dedicated support staff committed to ensuring your success; assistance is never more than a phone call or email away.

We will provide you with support to ensure you are familiarised with online learning and up-to-date with relevant study information, we will continuously monitor the academic progress of your studies. We have systems in place to ensure the early detection of students who are at risk of not making satisfactory progress and appropriate support mechanisms are then implemented to assist students successfully complete their chosen course.

Our Student Success team is available to provide assessment support to students.

The team focuses on facilitating queries between students and assessors.

Another key responsibility of the Student Success team is to monitor the academic progress of students in their studies. The team has systems in place to ensure the early detection of students who are at risk of not making satisfactory progress.

Appropriate support mechanisms are then implemented to assist students to successfully complete their chosen course.

Postgraduate Student Advisers As part of Kaplan’s ‘Adviser for Life’ program, when a student enrols in a postgraduate course with us, they are allocated a dedicated Student Adviser who will be a point of contact throughout their studies. Student Advisers are on hand to keep students up to date with important information as well as being available to assist in decisions about subject enrolments and to offer general advice.

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a career in

Financial Planning

Become a trusted adviser and help others dream 4 | RUPA

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A career in financial planning starts here Financial planners are innovative and agile in their thinking; they are up to date with the latest financial trends and are committed to providing sound, independent and ethical advice to help individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals.

Financial Planner Level 1 4 subjects

Zack’s Kaplan Professional experience (p. 20)

Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning 100% online

Year-round entry

If you’re looking to kickstart a career in the industry, our Financial Planner Level 1 course is perfect for you. The course develops the essential skills and knowledge required to enter the financial services industry. Combine specialist knowledge and technical skills to prepare you for providing personal advice to retail clients.

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4 subjects

100% online

FEE-HELP (study now and pay later)

The foundation elements of financial planning and the knowledge and expertise required to operate in a competitive industry. You will learn the latest concepts, techniques and skills used by financial professionals in today’s leading institutions to launch or further your career in financial planning.

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Financial Planner Level 2 4 subjects

Six study periods per year

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Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning 100% online

Year-round entry

This course develops the advanced financial planning skills required to support clients with complex advice needs. It is a natural progression from the Level 1 course and is a stepping stone into one of Kaplan’s postgraduate financial planning courses.

8 subjects

100% online

FEE-HELP (study now and pay later)

Six study periods per year

A progression from the Graduate Certificate. This course further develops your skills through indepth technical knowledge and sophisticated client relationship skills to deliver complex advice strategies.

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Master of Financial Planning

Pathway to a Master of Financial Planning We offer the complete integrated pathway solution if you’re interested in a career in financial advice. Wherever you are with your current study, or whatever aspirations you have, we can offer you a tailored pathway to suit your individual career goals.

With a flexible online format, you can set yourself up for a post-rugby career in financial advice before you finish playing professionally.

12 subjects

100% online

FEE-HELP (study now and pay later)

Six study periods per year

Developed by leading industry professionals to give experienced advisers the highest qualification attainable in the industry.

Find out more kp.edu.au/mfp

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a career in

Insurance If you enjoy working with people, analysing numbers, utilising the latest technologies and working on a variety of projects in a fast-paced environment, all while making a difference, a career in the insurance industry may offer you an enormous opportunity post-rugby.

BIG and sophisticated

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Online, supportive and flexible insurance courses Certificate IV in General Insurance - Claims stream (FNS41411) 12 months

100% online

Certificate IV in Life Insurance - Claims stream (FNS41512) Year-round entry

12 months

The Claims stream has been developed for claims assessor and case manager job roles. This stream focuses on legislation, general insurance products and services, risk, claims processing and the skills to work well with clients.

Find out more

100% online

Year-round entry

The Claims stream focuses on the assessment of life insurance claims, and on the use of specialist terminology and medical terminology in claims.

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kp.edu.au/gclaims

kp.edu.au/lclaims

Certificate IV in General Insurance - Sales stream (FNS41411) 12 months

100% online

Certificate IV in Life Insurance - Sales stream (FNS41512) Year-round entry

12 months

The Sales stream has been developed for general insurance sales roles. This stream includes an introduction to legislation, general insurance products and services, risk and the skills to work well with clients.

Find out more

100% online

Year-round entry

The Sales stream focuses on sales skills including the processing of life insurance applications, business to business sales, retail sales, cross-selling and the implementation of a sales plan.

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kp.edu.au/gsales

kp.edu.au/lsales

Certificate IV in General Insurance - Generalist stream (FNS41411) 12 months

100% online

Certificate IV in Life Insurance - Underwriting stream (FNS41512)

Year-round entry

12 months

The Generalist stream has been developed for customer service, claims, administrative and underwriting roles. It focuses on legislation, general insurance products and services, risk, underwriting, claims, sales and the skills to work well with clients.

Find out more

100% online

The Underwriting stream focuses on risk, underwriting complex medical risk, underwriting complex non-medical risks and on the use of specialist terminology.

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kp.edu.au/ggeneralist

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Australia is the 4th largest insurance market in the Asia-Pacific and 12th largest in the world

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$74.3bn $4.061trn $3k in premiums in Australia

Year-round entry

in insurance premiums worldwide

per head invested in insurance in Australia

96,000 people employed in Australian insurance

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a career in

SMSF

Be part of the fastest growing sector in the superannuation industry

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Become an expert in self managed superannuation funds Introduction to Self Manged Superannuation Funds 12 weeks

100% online

Year-round entry

Kaplan’s Introduction to Self Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSF) course is for those wanting to get an overview of the superannuation industry with focus on SMSFs. It provides individuals with an understanding of the contribution rules and conditions and the investment restrictions that apply to SMSFs. Find out more kp.edu.au/ismsf

Self Manged Superannuation Funds Program 12 weeks

100% online

Year-round entry

The SMSF Program is designed to provide students with the fundamental knowledge of the establishment, operation and management of an SMSF. This industry-recognised program covers trustee responsibilities, taxation, estate planning and investment restrictions, the steps involved in setting up a pension from an SMSF, and strategies for different client situations.

Find out more kp.edu.au/smsf

Advanced Self Managed Superannuation Funds 1 day

Face to face

Year-round entry

Designed by advisers, for advisers, the Advanced SMSF strategic program is an engaging and comprehensive workshop that will give you the competitive edge needed to build successful client relationships in the SMSF space.

Find out more kp.edu.au/asmsf

Today, there are more than 1 million Australians who have decided to take charge of their superannuation and are running an SMSF, representing a combined asset value in excess of $550 billion. You will assist clients so they have the confidence to take control of their financial future.

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a career in

Management

Strong leadership is in demand everywhere. Our practical and online management and leadership courses are designed for those wanting to take on leadership roles in domestic and global organisations. With a leadership and management qualification, you’ll have a unique advantage because the skills you’ve mastered are universally recognised and desirable.

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Leadership and management courses designed for excellence Certificate IV in Frontline Management (BSB40812) 12 months

100% online

Year-round entry

The Certificate IV in Frontline Management focuses on the ‘non-technical’ skills and knowledge necessary for effective participation in the workforce, including critical thinking and problem solving, collaboration and communication. This course is designed to equip individuals with the skills they need to supervise and lead small teams.

Find out more kp.edu.au/cfm

Diploma of Leadership and Management (BSB51915) 24 months

100% online

Year-round entry

The Diploma of Leadership and Management is targeted at emerging leaders and provides the framework to develop leadership and management skills to successfully lead a team. Individuals will have access to an online coach, who is available to guide learning, clarify understanding and assist with assessments for the duration of the course.

Find out more kp.edu.au/dlm

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a career in

Real Estate

Real estate is booming

GROW WITH IT

If you’re up to the challenge of assisting people with important decisions such as buying, selling or renting a home or investment property, real estate might be for you.

Initiative, foresight, organisational ability, integrity and a genuine concern for others are essential character traits of successful people in the real estate industry.

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An innovative real estate learning experience

100% online

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA

QLD

QLD

WA

Kaplan Professional offers a comprehensive range of quality programs including registration, licensing and CPD for real estate professionals. We provide customised state-based training.

WA

Year-round entry

QUEENSLAND

Real Estate

Real Estate

Online Registration Program For individuals looking to start a rewarding career in the real estate industry, the licensing authority requires them to hold an entry-level registration. Kaplan’s Real Estate Registration Program provides individuals with the skills and education required to obtain registration and commence a career in sales or property management.

NSW

Kaplan’s Real Estate Licensing Program allows an individual to gain the skills and knowledge required to become a licensed real estate agent. A licence holder can operate their own agency, work as an employed licensee and receive greater credibility in a sales or property management role.

NEW SOUTH WALES

ACT

ACT

VIC

V IC T ORIA

AC T

Real Estate

Real Estate TAS

Real Estate

VIC

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

TAS

A fast, flexible and affordable way to gain CPD points. Individuals that hold a real estate registration or licence in NSW, ACT, Tas or WA need to complete CPD each year to fulfil state requirements to renew a certificate or licence. Keeping up with CPD requirements can be challenging. That’s why Kaplan offers an easy solution.

SA

Real Estate SA

Online Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

NSW

Online Licensing

TASMANIA

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Your career in

Applied Finance You could do amazing things

Cha-ching! There’s enormous opportunity for those who are driven to succeed in today’s competitive finance industry. We’re not promising anything, but we can give you the skills necessary to progress into senior leadership positions and operate effectively in ever-changing local and global markets.

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Invest in your ambition Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance 4 subjects

100% online

Graduate Certificate in Corporate Finance FEE-HELP (study now and pay later)

Six study periods per year

4 subjects

100% online

FEE-HELP (study now and pay later)

Six study periods per year

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance provides individuals with essential knowledge and skills to launch a career in financial services.

Corporate finance covers a broad range of financial decisions and activities undertaken by a corporation including investment, funding and acquisition decisions.

For those working outside the finance industry, this course will provide the skills in economics, financial analysis and regulation that will help individuals gain the foundations required in today’s corporate world.

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Individuals who undertake the Graduate Certificate in Corporate Finance gain advanced technical and specialist knowledge to commence or progress their career in corporate finance.

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kp.edu.au/gcaf

Graduate Diploma of Applied Finance 8 subjects

100% online

Graduate Certificate in Mining Finance FEE-HELP (study now and pay later)

Six study periods per year

The Graduate Diploma of Applied Finance builds on the practical knowledge and skills gained in the Graduate Certificate.

Individuals can choose to complete a major in a particular knowledge area of practice, tailoring the qualification to meet specific career and knowledge goals. Specialist majors are available in corporate finance, financial markets, financial analysis, investment management and risk management.

Find out more kp.edu.au/gdaf

4 subjects

100% online

FEE-HELP (study now and pay later)

Six study periods per year

Knowledge of mining finance and analysis is important not only for finance professionals but also those working in the mining industry such as engineers, geologists and mining managers.

Individuals who undertake this course are well positioned to gain advanced technical and specialist skills and knowledge in the mining finance industry.

Find out more kp.edu.au/gcmf

Master of Applied Finance 12 subjects

100% online

FEE-HELP (study now and pay later)

Six study periods per year

Cadeyrn Neville is studying a Master of Applied Finance with Kaplan Professional (p. 20).

The Master of Applied Finance provides individuals with the specialist technical knowledge and critical skills necessary to progress into senior leadership positions within the industry and operate effectively in ever-changing local and global markets.

Individuals can choose to complete a major in a particular knowledge area of practice, tailoring the qualification to meet specific career and knowledge goals. Specialist majors are available in corporate finance, financial markets, financial analysis, investment management and risk management.

Find out more kp.edu.au/maf

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a career in

Mortgage Broking Empower yourself to make a difference

The mortgage broking industry is a dynamic and exciting sector. As a mortgage broker, you’ll help Australians achieve the dream of owning their own home. Work in the commercial side of the industry and contribute to corporate objectives through the provision of funds to either start or expand a business.

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Ever wondered what a career in mortgage broking would be like?

Certificate IV in Credit Management (FNS40111)

excels in f lexibility. As “thereKaplanwasProfessional no classroom attendance necessary, I

could study and do my assignments whenever I had the time. This meant I could work, study and live without having to make big sacrifices.

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12 months

100% online

Year-round entry

The Certificate IV in Credit Management is designed for people wanting to work in the financial services industry as a credit/lending officer, credit controller, customer service officer, credit analyst or reconciliation officer. The course provides individuals with an excellent understanding of the lending industry, including developing skills and knowledge in lending and loan processing operations, making sound and compliant loan decisions, and developing productive client relationships.

Find out more kp.edu.au/ccm

Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking (FNS40811) 12 months

100% online

Year-round entry

The Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking is a qualification for individuals starting a career in finance and mortgage broking. This qualification meets the training standards as set out in RG 206 by ASIC. Find out more kp.edu.au/cfmb

Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management (FNS50311) 12 months

100% online

Year-round entry

The Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management is a higher-level qualification for individuals entering or undertaking a career in finance and mortgage broking. This qualification meets the education standards as set out in RG 206 by ASIC and provides the minimum standard for membership status with the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia.

Find out more kp.edu.au/dfmb

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a career in

Stockbroking

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Practical, real-world learning Accredited Derivatives Adviser Level 1 and Level 2 12 months

100% online

Year-round entry

Become a representative of a market participant and provide advice or make recommendations to retail clients on ASX exchange-traded options and warrants.

Power the exchanging world‌ with infinite possibilities

The ADA Level 1 Accreditation (ADA1) enables you to provide advice on basic derivatives transactions.

The ADA Level 2 accreditation (ADA2) is designed for those seeking to expand their trading experience to the Australian options market and enables you to provide advice on advanced derivatives transactions.

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kp.edu.au/ada1

kp.edu.au/ada2

Accredited Listed Product (ASX ALPA) Program 12 months

100% online

Year-round entry

Designed in conjunction with ASX to deliver an in-depth understanding of the characteristics of listed products and to teach how to apply listed products to a wealth management strategy.

The ALPA program focuses on the range of ASX listed products including equities, interest rate securities, listed managed investments, warrants and options.

Find out more kp.edu.au/alpa

Whether they’re individuals, companies or large organisations, make it your job to get the best financial returns for your clients. Thrive on the challenge of buying and selling stocks, shares and other financial products on dynamic and ever-changing local and global markets.

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Zack Holmes’ Kaplan Professional experience

Scholarships Available

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

Zack’s Kaplan Professional Experience

Kaplan Professional offers scholarships* annually for RUPA members interested in advancing their financial industry knowledge through selected postgraduate courses in applied finance and financial planning.

Combining his current Kaplan Professional Master of Financial Planning study with an economics degree and a soon-to-be-completed commerce degree, Zack has armed himself with the knowledge necessary for a career in the industry post-rugby. ‘It gives me something else to focus on and doesn’t mean I’m constantly questioning what I’m going to do after rugby – my studies have given me a pathway for that’, he said.

Western Force’s Zack Holmes and the Melbourne Rebels’ Cadeyrn Neville were awarded academic scholarships last year.

Talk to your Player Development Manager to find out more. * Terms and conditions apply

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Experienced with online learning, Zack said the flexibility has a number of advantages.

you get a foot in the “doorIt helps while you’re still playing” Zack Holmes

‘Although you’re not interacting directly with tutors or lecturers, you can take your work away and access material online, which is beneficial. The other advantage is that I have weeks where I wouldn’t be able to make university if I were doing it face to face.’

Despite his established career, Zack has been able to balance his personal and study commitments. ‘It wasn’t something I wanted to stop doing, as even before I was playing professionally I liked studying and playing rugby. Even with full-time rugby I still have enough downtime to get things done in training-free days. I like to have something else to focus on other than just rugby’, he said.

Zack would recommend training and education outside of rugby to other players because they’ve only got a limited time playing the sport. ‘It helps you get a foot in the door while you’re still playing. Getting some study done now will help when players do finish their careers as they’ll have an idea of what they want to do. I think it’s important for guys to figure out interests other than rugby, so that they know what they can progress to post-rugby’, he said.

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Student Experience We surveyed some of our students about their Kaplan Professional experience.

85%

96%

agreed or strongly agreed their course has potential to enhance their workplace opportunities.

worked full-time while they were studying with Kaplan.

80%

87%

agreed or strongly agreed they could apply what they learned from the assessments to the workplace.

agreed or strongly agreed what they learned was valuable for their future career.

85%

92%

agreed or strongly agreed their course further developed their current professional skills.

said their study experience with Kaplan met or exceeded their expectations.

79%

are likely or very likely to recommend Kaplan to a friend or colleague.

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Source: Kaplan Professional Higher Education 2014 Alumni Survey and 2014 Course Experience Questionnaire.

WE’RE HERE TO HELP Would you like to know more about how Kaplan Professional can tailor an education or training solution to help you develop off the field?

One of our dedicated support staff would love to hear from you.

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