BRENDAN WILLIAM JOHN SMITH
Financial Adviser · Melbourne, VIC
📚 Qualifications & Training
2007 - Bachelor of Business (Financial Management) - Bachelor Degree (AQF 7) - La Trobe University
2009 - Diploma of Financial Services - Diploma (AQF 5) - Kaplan Professional
2012 - Advanced Diploma of Financial Planning - Advanced Diploma (AQF 6) - Kaplan Professional
2016 - Certified Financial Planner (CFP) - Professional Designations - Financial Planning Association of Australia
2024 - FPC002B - Ethics and Professionalism in Financial Planning - Bridging Course - Ethics - Kaplan Professional
🏢 Professional Memberships
Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA)
ℹ️ What is a Financial Adviser?
A registered Financial Adviser is authorised under an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) to provide personal advice on investments, superannuation, life insurance, and other financial products to retail clients.
Financial advisers must meet strict education, training, and ethical standards set by ASIC. This includes holding relevant qualifications, meeting ongoing professional development requirements, and maintaining appropriate professional indemnity insurance.
Data source: ASIC Financial Advisers Register via data.gov.au, updated weekly.