The Master of Applied Finance program at the University of Newcastle is focused on developing high-level analytical skills that are relevant across the finance sector, and can also be used to inform decision making across other areas of business. The Master of Applied Finance program will arm you with the technical knowledge and practical skills required to succeed in finance.
About Master of Applied Finance
What you will study
The Master of Applied Finance focuses on developing a deeper knowledge and skills relating to the operation of financial markets, financial risk management and corporate treasury strategies.
You will acquire knowledge of key institutions within the finance industry, develop analytical skills for the evaluation of investment opportunities, and gain an understanding of derivative instruments.
Core courses include but are not limited to:
- Foundations of Business Analysis
- Corporate Finance
- Investment Analysis
- Derivatives and Risk Management
- Applied Portfolio Management
- Financial Statement Analysis
Entry options and duration
Professional credit
Do you have qualifications or experience beyond the minimum entry requirements for a Masters Degree? If so, you may be able to complete your degree in reduced time and at reduced cost. Select from the options below to have your professional qualifications and/or work experience considered.
I have an Honours degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma
My qualification is in the same or related field of study (Finance, Accounting, or Economics).
| Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
|---|---|
| 80 units |
20 units specified credit for GSBS6001 and GSB S6002 plus 20 units specified credit (if mapped to specific courses) OR 20 units unspecified credit. |
My qualification is in an unrelated filed of study (eg. engineering, nursing, arts, law)
| Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
|---|---|
| 80 - 100 units |
10 units specified credit for GSBS6001 plus 10 units specified credit (if mapped to specific courses) OR 10 units unspecified credit (Note, you can apply for up to 40 units of which 20 units must be specified, with evidence). |
I have a 3+ Year Bachelor degree
My qualification has at least one major in the same or related field of study (Finance, Accounting, or Economics).
I have less than one year relevant organisational experience with a GPA below 5 from my previous degree.
| Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
|---|---|
| 100 units | 20 units specified credit for GSBS6001 and GSBS6002. |
I have less than one year relevant organisational experience with a GPA of 5 or above from my previous degree.
| Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
|---|---|
| 80 units | 20 units specified credit for GSBS6001 and GSB S6002 plus 20 units specified credit (if mapped to specific courses) OR 20 units unspecified credit. |
I have one year or more relevant organisational experience
| Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
|---|---|
| 80 units | 20 units specified credit for GSBS6001 and GSB S6002 plus 20 units specified credit (if mapped to specific courses) OR 20 units unspecified credit. |
My 3-5 Year Bachelor degree is in a non-related field of study (eg. Business, engineering, nursing, arts, law)
I have less than two years relevant organisational experience
| Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
|---|---|
| 120 units | Normal credit procedure, that is, RPL may be sought for individual courses. |
I have two or more years relevant organisational experience
| Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
|---|---|
| 100 units | 10 units specified credit for GSBS6001 plus 10 units unspecified credit. |
I have no previous educational qualifications
| Number of years relevant organisational experience | Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Seven years (including at least two years in a management position) | 120 units |
Normal credit procedure, that is, RPL may be sought for individual courses. |
I have an AQF 9 Masters Coursework Degree
| Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
|---|---|
| 80 - 100 units | 20 units specified credit: GSBS6001 and GSB S6002 plus 20 units specified credit (if mapped to specific courses) OR 20 units unspecified credit. |
Entry Requirements
Entry into the Master of Applied Finance will be available for applicants who have:
- Bachelor Degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, in the discipline; or
- Bachelor Degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, not in the discipline and 1 year relevant organisational experience; or
- At least 7 years' organisational experience, including 2 years in a management position; or
- Successful completion of 75% (30 units) of one of the following UoN programs:
- Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
- Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance
- Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management
- Graduate Certificate in Marketing
- Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting
Students seeking Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) must apply to the Program Convenor. RPL applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
English Program Requirements
All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.
Applicants for this program must satisfy a minimum English Language Proficiency Standard equivalent to an IELTS overall minimum of 6.5 with no subtest result below 6.0.
English Requirements
- Min IELTS: 6.5
Career
The Master of Applied Finance is a thorough qualification that provides graduates with the fundamental understanding and practical skills to operate in the financial services sector. With your enhanced knowledge and capabilities, you will be able to produce high quality financial analysis; a commodity in demand in the current business environment.
The theory and financial management skills you have acquired through the Master of Applied Finance will equip you with the ability to handle complex situations. This knowledge can increase your value as an employee and see you fast-track to senior positions, increase your salary potential and advance your career.
The Master of Applied Finance prepares graduates for a challenging but highly rewarding career in financial services and managerial finance. The program equips students with essential analytical skills and financial management expertise to pursue a career in financial planning, securities analysis, stock brokering, funds management, banking and foreign exchange management. This knowledge and skills underpin roles including:
- Finance Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Banker
- Management Consultant
- Portfolio Analyst