Accounting and Finance
Master of Applied Finance - Melbourne Campus
- Domestic
- International
About Degree
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 APSB, 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.
Students will commence their pathway studies as a University of APSB College student undertaking a Pre-Master's Program. On successful completion of the Pre-master's program, student will receive credit for subjects and will move into the second trimester of the University of APSB Master of Applied Finance.
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.
Entry Requirements
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.I am a:
- Domestic
- International
Domestic applicants
Not offered to domestic students.
Student Profile
Applicant background | Semester one/Full year intake 2022 | |
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Number of students | Percentage of all students | |
International students | 3 | 100.0% |
All students | 3 | 100.0% |
International applicants
CRICOS | 072990E |
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Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
English Language Requirements
Australian Year 12 | Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject | ||||||||||||
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Qualifications that meet minimum English requirements | A range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements |
Academic Entry Requirements
Detailed information on international qualifications assessment
Tertiary Qualifications | Bachelor degree or equivalent |
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How to Apply
Student Profile
Applicant background | Semester one/Full year intake 2022 | |
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Number of students | Percentage of all students | |
International students | 3 | 100.0% |
All students | 3 | 100.0% |
Fees and Scholarships
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant fees and scholarships information for this program.I am a:
- Domestic
- International
Domestic applicants
Unavailable - see previous year for indicative only fee.
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
International applicants
Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units) | International student place: $49,000 |
Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.
More information on International Student tuition fees.
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Professional Accreditation
The University of APSB 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
Financial Analyst, Investment Consultant, Manager / Business Management
Degree Structure
Core Courses | Listed in order from foundation to advanced ACCTING 7019 Accounting Concepts and Methods ECON 7200 Economic Principles CORPFIN 7005 Principles of Finance CORPFIN 7033 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 |
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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.