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Unit of Study FINC2004 - Superannuation and Retirement Planning (2025)

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Unit description

Introduces students to superannuation and retirement planning. Students will engage in teacher-directed activities and experiences relevant to responsible superannuation and retirement planning and the provision of advisory recommendations to clients.

Unit content

Module 1: Superannuation and the Legal and Regulatory Framework
 
Module 2: Contributions and Taxation
 
Module 3: Withdrawals and Taxation
 
Module 4: Self-Managed Superannuation Funds and Insurance
 
Module 5: Retirement Planning I and Family Law
 
Module 6: Retirement Planning II and Social Security

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Gold Coast
Term3
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Learning outcomes

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On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

demonstrate an understanding of the Australian superannuation system and regulatory and legal framework

describe key components of the superannuation lifecycle, contributions and taxes

identify and appraise superannuation and retirement products and apply to client specific situations

develop strategies and provide advisory recommendations on superannuation and retirement planning (including social security).

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