The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) is extending its membership ranks by opening the door to students.

ANZIIF expects student membership to boost its numbers to nearly 14,000 from more than 12,000.

Under the change students using ANZIIF will automatically become members, allowing them to access restricted services including online learning resources and discounted development programs.

Upon completion of study, students will be upgraded to a professional level of ANZIIF membership.