Entrants will be judged according to the number of correct answers to the multiple choice questions, along with their response to the long answer question. Entrants will be marked against specific criteria relating to their professionalism, understanding of the paraplanning industry and their involvement in the industry.

The National Winner will be selected by a judging panel, taking into account the results from the above.

The judging panel consists of representatives from Australian Unity Investments, FPA and Money Management.