APM FAQs

• Are APM qualifications recognised?
• Are APM's qualifications equivalent to TAFE / university qualifications?
• Can I get work experience while studying?
• What kind of support does APM provide?
• Is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) available?
• Are any payment options or financial assistance available?
• Where is the APM campus located?
• What are the enrolment dates for the courses?
• How do I enrol?
• I'm not sure which course is right for me. Can you help?

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Are APM qualifications recognised?

All APM qualifications are government-accredited and enjoy unsurpassed industry recognition. APM courses are developed in consultation with key industry bodies, including:

• Australian Marketing Institute
• Advertising Federation of Australia
• Australasian Promotion Marketing Association
• Australasian Sponsorship Marketing Association
• Australian Direct Marketing Association
• Festivals and Events Association
• Institute of Sport Management
• Fitness Australia
• Public Relations Institute of Australia
• Event Educators Forum

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Are APM's qualifications equivalent to TAFE / university qualifications?

Yes, APM's qualifications are government-accredited and equivalent to TAFE and university qualifications.

A key difference between APM and TAFE / university is the amount of time required to gain your qualification. APM courses are designed to be completed faster than equivalent courses at TAFE or universities, so you can start your career sooner:

• Bachelor Degrees
  Two years to complete, instead of three or four.
• Advanced Diplomas
  One year to complete, not two.
• Diplomas
  One year part-time, instead of one year full-time.

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Can I get work experience while studying?

Through APM's Internship Programme, you work two days a week for six months at a company of your choice (over 300 organisations to select from), gaining invaluable work experience and business contacts.

Internship forms part of your full-time study, and may be offered on a case-by-case basis for part-time students.

The combination of theoretical and practical knowledge gained is so effective that 91% of 2007 graduates are working in the field in which they studied.

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What kind of support does APM provide?

APM is serious about your career, and provides a range of support services to help you achieve your goals. There are plenty of opportunities for you to network and build contacts during your course - which can accelerate your career prospects once you graduate.

APM's support services include:

• Informal Career Clinics
  Work with career counsellors to improve your interview skills, presentation and CV writing.
• Academic Skills Tutors
  Get assistance with tertiary study skills whenever necessary.
• Job Listing
  APM gains exclusive access to certain industry job vacancies and lists all relevant opportunities on their website.
• Student Events
  Meet industry professionals and gain valuable contacts at various events including networking nights, coffee club events and industry association events.

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Is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) available?

Yes, RPL is available upon academic approval.

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Are any payment options or financial assistance available?

APM's Bachelor Degree courses are eligible for FEE-HELP. VET FEE-HELP is available for all Advanced Diploma courses and the Diploma of Marketing course.

FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP assists eligible students undertaking certain diploma and advanced diploma courses by paying for all or part of their tuition costs.

Almost every Australian citizen is eligible for VET FEE-HELP, meaning you do not have to pay your fees upfront. Instead, the total cost of your fees can be repaid through the taxation system.

APM also offers flexible payment options for vocational education courses.

Austudy, Abstudy or Youth Allowance is available if you meet Centrelink's criteria. Applications for assistance are assessed by Centrelink, so you should contact your nearest Centrelink office to discuss your eligibility.

In addition, SEEK Learning can also provide you with a 12-month interest-free payment plan through our finance partner. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information.

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Where is the APM campus located?

APM has campuses in Sydney and Brisbane. Read more about each APM campus and its facilities.

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What are the enrolment dates for the courses?

There are three start dates per year for APM's higher education courses and quarterly start dates for the Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses. You can enrol anytime during the year and start in the semester of your choice.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for upcoming start dates.

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How do I enrol?

Enquire now about the course of your choice and a SEEK Learning consultant will contact you with enrolment details. To make enrolment as easy and convenient as possible for you, we'll take care of much of the paperwork involved.

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I'm not sure which course is right for me. Can you help?

SEEK Learning consultants are experts in helping you select the right APM course for your career needs. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for free course advice.

If you have any other enquiries, please contact a SEEK Learning consultant.