Diploma in Financial Planning at Boston City Campus (Pty) Ltd

Programme overview

Study the Diploma in Financial Planning with Boston City Campus. This FPI-recognised Diploma prepares students to guide individuals and businesses in making informed financial decisions. Learn how taxation, regulation and financial products influence financial decisions.

Faculty: Accounting & Financial Services | Duration: 3 Years (min) - 9 Years (max) | Study mode: distance | Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Modules listed on the programme page include: Academic Literacy; Computer Literacy; Introduction to Financial Services Environment; Economics for Financial Advisors; Computer Literacy Advanced; English Foundations; Fundamentals of Accounting; Introduction to Law for Financial Advisors; Will and Administration of Deceased Estates.

Career pathways

Possible employment opportunities listed by the programme page include: Administrators in financial planning practices; Administrators in insurance/retirement companies and banks; Registered Financial Services Advisor (FSA).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements: National Senior Certificate (NSC) with English passed and endorsement for Diploma studies; National Certificate (Vocational) (NC(V)) with English passed and endorsement for Diploma studies; Senior Certificate (prior to 2009) with English as a subject passed. Alternative Pathways: Applicants holding NQF Level 5 or 6 qualifications (Higher Certificate, Advanced Certificate, or Diploma) may qualify for credit transfer or advanced placement via Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CAT). Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Available for experienced professionals in financial or related fields, assessed individually by Boston’s Academic Committee. International Applicants: Must provide SAQA equivalence and proof of English proficiency (IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 550).

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Two higher education intakes per year: January to February and June to July. Applications can be made at any time to start in the following cycle.

There is no fixed closing date; applications can be made at any time for the next intake cycle (January to February or June to July). Boston does not charge application fees.

Boston City Campus does not charge application fees.

Apply through the official page: https://www.boston.ac.za/apply/

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