Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance

Take the first step towards a rewarding career in finance

In our Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance program, you will develop high-level analytical skills and gain insight into the finance and business sectors.

Study at your own pace and around your work with flexible online and face-to-face options. And, have the option to continue with the Master of Applied Finance later on.

what you will study

This program focuses on developing skills for the operation of financial markets. It covers financial risk management and corporate treasury strategies.

You will learn accounting standards, gain insight into the finance industry, and develop analytical skills for the evaluation of investment opportunities.

Entry into the Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance (40 units) will be available for applicants who have:

• 3 year Bachelors Degree; or
• 3 year Diploma in a related field; or
• 3 year Diploma not in a related field + 1 year relevant organisational experience; or
• 2 year Diploma in a related field + 2 years relevant organisational experience; or
• 2 year Diploma not in a related field + 3 years relevant organisational experience; or
• At least 5 years organisational experience.

*related fields include accounting, business, commerce, communication, economics, finance, human resource management, industrial relations, management, or marketing.

Only after the successful completion of the Graduate Certificate students will be eligible to formally enrol in the Masters Program. They will, however, receive 40 units credit by virtue of the studies they will have already completed. Therefore they will be required to do an additional 80 units to complete their Masters Degree.

Overall minimum: 6.5

Sub test minimum: 6

This program provides graduates with the theory and practical skills to operate in the financial services sector.

On completion, you’ll be able to work in roles such as: