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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.
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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:
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.
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80 units | 20 units specified credit for GSBS6001 and PACC6008 plus 20 units specified credit (if mapped to specific courses) OR 20 units unspecified credit. |
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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). |
Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
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100 units | 20 units specified credit for GSBS6001 and PACC6008. |
Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
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80 units | 20 units specified credit for GSBS6001 and PACC6008 plus 20 units specified credit (if mapped to specific courses) OR 20 units unspecified credit. |
Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
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80 units | 20 units specified credit for GSBS6001 and PACC6008 plus 20 units specified credit (if mapped to specific courses) OR 20 units unspecified credit. |
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120 units | Normal credit procedure, that is, RPL may be sought for individual courses. |
Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
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100 units | 10 units specified credit for GSBS6001 plus 10 units unspecified credit. |
Number of years relevant organisational experience | Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
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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. |
Units required to complete Master degree | Credit |
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80 - 100 units | 20 units specified credit: GSBS6001 and PACC6008 plus 20 units specified credit (if mapped to specific courses) OR 20 units unspecified credit. |
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:
The Master of Applied Finance is part of the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program, considered the investment profession’s most rigorous credentialing program.
The University of Newcastle’s Newcastle Business School is in the top 3 business schools in NSW, accredited by both EQUIS and AACSB.
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Both students and education agents can submit applications online. This is our preferred way of application. You can save your application after you have started, and come back to it later.
To ensure that the process goes smoothly for you, you should complete the following steps before applying:
You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience.
Make sure you double check the special entry requirements, assumed knowledge or recommended studies for the degree:
Entry into the Master of Applied Finance will be available for applicants who have:
You can look at Uni prep for options to brush up on knowledge before you start.
The Newcastle Business School is accredited with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), earned by fewer than 5% of the world's business programs. AACSB is the premier, and longest-standing, international accrediting body for business programs and is the international benchmark for excellence in business education.
The Newcastle Business School is EQUIS accredited. The EQUIS accreditation measures our performance against rigorous international standards which validates the high quality and professional relevance of our education programs and research.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.