Master of Applied Finance
The Melbourne campus offers a pathway into degrees for international pathway students only. For the equivalent version for both domestic and international students at the Adelaide, North Terrace campus visit Master of Applied Finance.
Stand out from the crowd
The financial realm is complex. Navigating it successfully requires practical experience and high levels of competence.
Our Master of Applied Finance secures you with an advanced suite of financial skills and a competitive edge in the industry.
This degree is available to international students only.
What will you do?
This intensive degree focuses on managerial effectiveness and best practices for financial problem-solving. You will:
- take core accounting, economics and finance courses
- build practical and real-world skills through five applied courses
- pursue electives according to your interests and career goals
- learn a wide range of advanced analytical tools for financial decision-making
- build strong communication and leadership skills.
Where could it take you?
A Master of Applied Finance sets you up for success in the finance sector. You could be a business manager in New York, London, Shanghai or Hong Kong or become an investment consultant or financial analyst in Sydney. Perhaps you’ll pursue a senior role in commercial banking.
^QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2022
# Accreditation Council for Entrepreneurial and Engaged Universities, 2017.
Entry Requirements
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Domestic applicants
Not offered to domestic students.
Fees and Scholarships
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Domestic applicants
Unavailable - see previous year for indicative only fee.
Scholarships
Scholarships are not only for high achievers鈥攖hey are also available to provide students with an equal opportunity to study at university, no matter where they live or what their financial situation might be.
Scholarships are available to both new and continuing students. We encourage students to apply for any scholarships for which they may be eligible.
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Careers
Professional Accreditation
The 成人大片 is recognised as a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) Program Partner through the Master of Applied Finance degree. This signals to employers and the marketplace that the University's curriculum is closely tied to professional practice and well suited to preparing students for employment in the finance and investment industry.
In order to meet the requirements for CFA eligibility, students must complete 'Financial Statement Analysis' and 'Advanced Corporate Finance' as electives.
Potential careers
Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:
Financial Analyst; Investment Consultant; Manager / Business Management
Degree Structure
This degree is delivered in partnership with Kaplan. The degree is designed, and quality assured by the 成人大片 to ensure students receive a world-class educational experience.
| Core Courses | Listed in order from foundation to advanced Accounting Concepts and Methods Economic Principles Principles of Finance Quantitative Methods CORPFIN 7039 Equity Valuation and Analysis CORPFIN 7040 Fixed Income Securities ACCTFIN 7001 Ethical Principles of Finance and Accounting CORPFIN 7020 Derivatives CORPFIN 7019 Advanced Funds Management |
|---|---|
| Electives | 3x elective courses |
Assessment
May include, but not limited to: examinations, group assignments, individual assignments, research projects, consulting projects, presentations, quizzes, tests, tutorial work as prescribed within each course.
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Last updated: Monday, 30 Sep 2024