Postgraduate Finance Courses
COURSES OFFERED
- Master of Finance - Research
- Master of Finance
- Master of Applied Finance (Banking)
MASTER OF FINANCE - RESEARCH
The Master of Finance - Research degree comprises 24 credit points of coursework and a 48 credit point thesis.
This degree is primarily a research degree for those who have completed a Bachelors honours at a standard of Class II, Division 2 or higher in accountancy, economics, finance or management.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Applicants who have completed a coursework Masters degree at an appropriate standard may be admitted to the program.
Advanced Standing
Advanced Standing of up to 24 credit points may be awarded for the coursework component of this degree to students who have completed research related subjects at an appropriate standard as assessed by the Head of Finance Discipline. A candidate may not undertake subjects for this degree that are similar in content to subjects included in their Honours or Masters course.
Course Program
| Subjects |
|
Session |
Credit Points |
| ACCY903 |
Theoretical Foundations of Research |
Autumn/ Spring |
6 |
| ACCY907 |
Empirical Research Methods |
Autumn |
6 |
Electives
Any 2 900-level subjects offered by the School of Accounting and Finance as approved by the Discipline Head.
Thesis
| Subjects |
|
Session |
Credit Points |
| THES924 |
Thesis (full time) |
Annual |
48 |
THES912
|
Thesis (part time)
|
|
24 |
Other Information
Further information is available from www.uow.edu.au or email: accfin@uow.edu.au.
MASTER OF FINANCE
Overview
This program gives students the opportunity to upgrade their knowledge of finance, financial decisions, investment strategies and investment management, whether for personal information or for the guidance of firms.
Employment opportunities exist in corporations, small firms, investment brokerages, financial institutions, government and not-for-profit organisations. When combined with a relevant undergraduate degree, further opportunities are opened including positions within research organisations and consultancies.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution.
Course Requirements
Members of not less than five years standing of CPA Australia or the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, with appropriate experience, are permitted to enrol for the degree even though they do not hold an undergraduate degree. Such candidates will be required to pass subjects aggregating 72 credit points.
Course Program
| Subjects |
|
Session |
Credit Points |
| ACCY901 |
Accounting for Managers |
Autumn/ Spring |
6 |
| FIN921 |
Managerial Finance* |
Autumn/ Spring |
6 |
| FIN922 |
Investment Analysis |
Autumn |
6 |
| FIN924 |
Corporate Financial Information Analysis |
Autumn |
6 |
| FIN925 |
Banking Theory and Practice |
Autumn |
6 |
| FIN926 |
Studies in Business Finance |
Autumn |
6 |
| FIN923 |
Investment Management |
Spring |
6 |
| FIN927 |
Small Business Finance |
Spring |
6 |
| FIN928 |
Multinational Financial Management |
Spring |
6 |
| FIN929 |
Risk, Development & Venture Capital |
Spring |
6 |
With the permission of the Head of Finance Discipline, it is possible for students to substitute for the subjects listed above up to three of the subjects offered in the Master of Accountancy degree.
Note:
- ACCY901 and FIN921 must be taken in the first semester of commencement in degree.
- FIN921 is available only to students who have no previous finance studies. Students who are not permitted to enrol in FIN921 can select FIN987 Special Topic in Finance or ECON984 Financial Economics.
- Students who have completed a finance major in their undergraduate degree are recommended not to include FIN922 Investment Analysis in their program.
- For students requiring an exit option, the Graduate Certificate in Banking and Finance comprising 24 credit points in any of the above subjects is available.
Other Information
Further information is available from http://www.uow.edu.au/ or email: accfin@uow.edu.au.
MASTER OF APPLIED FINANCE (BANKING)
Overview
This program is designed for graduates in finance or accountancy who wish to substantially develop their advanced, applied or comprehensive knowledge of banking and finance at the graduate level. The core part of the program provides students with an advanced understanding of financial decision-making with a focus on bank management and lending in the domestic and international context, investment analysis and portfolio management, and multinational finance.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution. Students with appropriate combination of academic qualifications plus relevant work experience may also be considered.
Course Program
Students will undertake eight subjects consisting of the following:
| Subjects |
|
Session |
Credit Points |
| FIN922 |
Investment Analysis |
Autumn |
6 |
| FIN925 |
Banking Theory and Practice |
Autumn |
6 |
| FIN926 |
Studies in Business Finance |
Autumn |
6 |
| LAW970 |
Banking and Financial Institutions Law |
Autumn |
6 |
| FIN923 |
Investment Management |
Spring |
6 |
| FIN928 |
Multinational Financial Management |
Spring |
6 |
| FIN955 |
International Banking |
Spring |
6 |
| FIN956 |
Banking, Lending and Securities |
Spring |
6 |
Note: For students requiring an exit option, the Graduate Certificate in Banking and Finance comprising 24 credit points in any of the above subjects is available.
Professional Recognition
The Master of Applied Finance (Banking) is accredited by the Australian Institute of Banking and Finance (AIBF) and is recognised by CPA Australia as a specialist Masters Degree.
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