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Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking

FNS40821

  • Study online, and fit your study around your work and family life
  • Get the background knowledge you need to provide great advice from award-winning educators
  • Become an accredited member of the Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA)
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Duration 12-24 months
How it works Study online. With a difference.
Price $1,500 up front | $69.23 per week (payment plan)
Career opportunities Finance and mortgage broker
Course topics Eight modules
Units 12 units of competency | Nationally recognised
Course trainers Industry experts and thought leaders.
Pathways FNS50320 Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management | University courses
Entry requirements No formal prerequisites | RPL available | Some equipment needed
Assessments Multiple small assessments | No exams
Start date Immediately, or whenever you’re ready.
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Key Benefits

Tailored learning

Course materials have been developed by the previous Head of Professional Development at the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia (MFAA).

Industry membership opportunities

After completing this qualification, you can apply for membership to the Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) and the Mortgage and Finance Association of Australia (MFAA) as a finance broker.

Nationally recognised

The Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This means you may be able to use it as a pathway to uni qualifications around Australia.

Free Membership to the IPA

Get free student membership into the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) when you enrol.

Membership gives you access to wide range of resources you can use to help kick off your career. Click here to learn more.

Course Accreditation

In total, you need to complete each of these 12 nationally recognised units of competency in order to be awarded your FNS40821 Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking.

The units of competency listed below are packaged into 8 modules.


Module 1

Operating a Finance Business
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Module 2

Finance Regulation and Licensing

Module 3

Financial Products and Client Needs
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Module 4

The Financial Process

Module 5

Getting Ready for Settlement

Module 6

Assess Credit Applications
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Module 7

Ethics and Professional Development
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Module 8

Risk Management

Specialisations

Course Assessments

The experts who design and deliver our courses (click back to Course trainers to meet some of them) have developed an assessment framework that’s uniquely designed to help you gain a deep understanding of the material. They’ll give you the kind of knowledge and skills you can use in the real world as a business operator or manager. Assessment formats include:

Career Opportunities

Finance and mortgage broking is an industry that’s growing and changing rapidly (see our Industry insights for a few key stats). With the state of Australia’s housing market, and the number of mortgage products out there, there’s never been a greater need for quality advice. But as a broker, you won’t just be helping people get in to their first homes or investment properties. You’ll also be helping families grow their businesses, entrepreneurs get their start-ups off the ground, and more.

When you’ve finished the Certificate IV, you’ll be eligible to join some of Australia’s peak bodies for finance broking professionals. However, there are some restrictions on the type of loan products you can access for clients.

Even if you don’t end up working as a broker, you could pursue opportunities like:

Pathways

You may be able to use this qualification as a pathway to studying Monarch’s FNS50320 Diploma of Mortgage Broking Management, or a relevant university degree, such as a Bachelor of Business (Finance). You may be able to get course credit for some of the units you’ve completed as part of this certificate. This varies from institution to institution, so it’s best to check with the uni you’re thinking of applying to.

Entry requirements

There aren’t any formal prerequisites. But to make sure you get the most out of training with us, the following enrolment process applies:


What equipment will I need?

You will need access to the following equipment to successfully complete the course:

It’s also ideal to have a financial calculator on hand.


Am I eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning or credit transfer?

We may be able to take into account relevant knowledge and skills you’ve  gained through previous formal or informal training, education and employment. To find out more, refer to our Student Information Handbook by clicking here, or get in touch with one of our friendly Course Consultants. Please note this course uses a clustered unit delivery model so please speak to a Course Consultant about how this could affect any RPL or CT granted.

Course Topics

Module 1

Operating a Finance Business

Module 2

Finance Regulation and Licensing

Module 3

Financial Products and Client Needs

Module 4

The Financial Process

Module 5

Getting Ready for Settlement

Module 6

Assess Credit Applications

Module 7

Ethics and Professional Development

Module 8

Risk Management

Course Duration

This course is designed to be completed within 12-24 months.

There is no minimum timeframe to complete this course. Students who are highly motivated and well organised can complete the full course at an accelerated pace.

The key factors that influence course completion are a student’s experience, time availability, how fast they work and how committed they are.

How it works

Study online. With a difference.

You’ll get:


How does it work?

This course has been developed to give you absolute flexibility. Study on your couch, on public transport, on your break at work, out in the park – wherever and whenever you like. The best part is, with Monarch Institute, ‘online’ doesn’t mean ‘alone’. You’ll be backed by our trainers at every step along the way.


What support will I get?

Your trainer will be happy to contact you via phone, Skype, Zoom, TeamViewer, or email (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm). So you definitely won’t feel alone. You’ll also have access to our student Facebook groups, so you can discuss the material with other students. It’s a handy way to stay in touch with trainers and others in the same course.

Course Price

Upfront payment

$1,500 (Total)

The most cost-effective option. Pay up front and save 20% compared to the total payment plan. Payment options include electronic funds transfer (EFT), credit card (MasterCard or Visa), cheque or cash.


Payment plan

$69.23 per week – paid over 26 weeks (Total: $1,800)

This option is suitable for students wanting to manage their cash flow. It’s handy if you want to get started right away, but don’t have the full amount on hand. Payment must be made with MasterCard or Visa.

Meet your trainers

Industry experts and thought leaders.
Shane Watson mortgage broking trainer Monarch
Shane Watson
Trainer
“Wisdom is the reward you get for a lifetime of listening when you would rather have talked.”
– Mark Twain

With my finance and business qualifications, I operated a finance broking business for over 20 years. During that time I obtained an Australian Credit Licence and developed the business to offer a wide range of financial services.

As an adjunct to my finance business, I also operated a Business Consultancy service advising new and existing business owners on business establishment, development and profitability improvement. I’ve previously been Director of two Investment, Property and Finance Companies as well as a Trustee of a Superannuation Fund.

What makes me jump out of bed each morning?

I’m passionate about training new entrants in the finance and business sectors.

Learn more about Shane

Darryl Benn
Darryl Benn
Trainer
"If you're always trying to be normal, you'll never know how amazing you can be"
- Maya Angelou

I’m an experienced finance industry consultant working in both the residential and commercial finance sectors.

I’ve worked in mortgage origination operations been a Responsible Manager for an Australian Financial Services Licence, and Head of Lending for a residential and commercial mortgage lender.

What makes me jump out of bed each morning?

The desire to understand the needs of the student and the industry, after many years in education and course development.

Learn more about Darryl

Graeme Porter
Graeme Porter
Trainer
"You cannot teach a person anything, you can only help them find it within themselves"
- Galileo Galilei

My career in Banking and Finance commenced in 1972 and progressed with responsibilities as a Financial Adviser and Manager. From 2000 I moved into Finance Broking providing a full range of broker services and specialising in commercial and asset lending.

What makes me jump out of bed in the mornings?

I have a strong desire to pass on my experience to students to ensure they are prepared to work as a full service Finance Broker.

Learn more about Graeme

Any questions? Ask away!