Course Overview
The Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking (FNS40821) provides essential knowledge and practical skills for those starting a career in mortgage and finance broking.
Delivered fully online, the course offers flexibility to balance study with work and life, supported by award-winning educators.
After completion, 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, enhancing your professional recognition and career opportunities.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
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Mortgage administration assistant
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Lending officer
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Loan underwriter
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Client service officer
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Finance broking practice manager
What You'll Learn
Core units in this course will cover the following areas of study:
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Operating a Finance Business
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Finance Regulation and Licensing
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Financial Products and Client Needs
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The Financial Process
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Getting Ready for Settlement
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Assess Credit Applications
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Ethics and Professional Development
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Risk Management
Recognition
Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration Study Load
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.
Delivery
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.
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.
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:
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Once we receive your enrolment, our friendly course consultants will touch base to undertake a pre-training review to ensure the training is right for you.
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For students without an equal or higher level qualification, there’s a short language, literacy and numeracy quiz you complete online.
Course Features
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Course developed by former Head of Professional Development at MFAA
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Industry membership opportunities
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Nationally recognised
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Free membership to the IPA
Recognition Of Prior Learning
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 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.
Assessment
The experts who design and deliver our courses 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:
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Case studies
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Multiple-choice questions
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Short-answer questions
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Roleplays – video self-recording and upload of the file
Testimonials
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"The education was well organised, and easy to work through at your own pace. Assessment was clear, with guidelines to allow every chance of success. Support was available if requested. "Dianne GravesCertificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking
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"Content is easy to follow with a lot of practices to ensure you’re familiar with the task and good student support whenever you have questions "Luciana AkinCertificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking
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"Monarch offers exceptional support for students, with quick responses to queries and thorough coverage of nationally accredited materials. The dedication of the tutors and their attention to detail is truly impressive. I highly recommend Monarch to anyone seeking an engaging, well-structured, and comprehensive online learning experience."Maggie JamesCertificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking
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About Monarch Institute
Monarch Institute is one of Australia’s leading providers of professional services training. We believe education should be an experience, not a transaction.Our award-winning, innovative approach to course content and design means that you get relevant, accredited courses with loads of support from experienced trainers who give you the time to ensure you’ve got the skills that the industry needs. Study online today with Monarch and change the way you think about studying.Study online with Monarch Institute and experience education, reimagined.
