Master of Applied Finance MAppFin

University of Auckland

New Zealand, Auckland

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University of Auckland

New Zealand , Auckland

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines27-Sep-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 15 month(s)

Tuition Fee

NZD 53,684 / year

Next Intake 27-Sep-2026

Master of Applied Finance MAppFin

About

Learn about the forces that shape our capital markets and drive investment returns.

Understand the fundamental theories of finance while gaining practical skills to enhance financial decision making.

Study with a passionate teaching team combining industry experience with academic excellence. Benefit from professional development support and purpose-built facilities such as the BNZ Financial Trading Room.

The Master of Applied Finance is suited to recent business and non-business graduates (excluding students who majored in Finance) and mid-career professionals who have not completed a Finance qualification.

The University of Auckland is part of the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program. The MAppFin degree positions students well to pursue the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) charter, which has become the most respected and recognised investment credential in the world.

Download our printable MAppFin programme flyer.

Also available: Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Finance (PGCertAppFin)

The PGCertAppFin is an alternative pathway for graduates who are initially uncertain about committing to a masters programme. It also suits those who have not achieved the required GPA for direct entry to the MAppFin.

You can access a range of information about the University of Auckland online at AskAuckland.

Alternatively, email us directly with enquiries about the MAppFin.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

My highest qualification is from:

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Taught 180 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 5.0

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Further programme requirements

Taught 180 points

Entry based on a qualification

A relevant Bachelors degree with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in at least 60 points above Stage II, and completed MATHS 108 and STATS 108, or equivalent.

A relevant Bachelors degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration or Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management with a GPA or 5.0 or higher. You will have also completed 15 points from BUSADMIN 763, BUSMAN 707, MATHS 108, STATS 108, or equivalent.

Note: A relevant degree may be in business, engineering, health sciences, social sciences, science or technology.

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Taught 180 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5
Qualification

IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System

Score required

6.5

No band below 6.0

See alternative English language requirements

Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent (GPE)

Further programme requirements

Taught 180 points

Entry based on a qaulification from another university

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in business or a non-business degree in a relevant discipline such as engineering, health sciences, social sciences, science or technology. Your study must be from a recognised university (or similar institution), and you will need a GPE of 5.0 in the most advanced courses taken. In addition, you must have passed an undergraduate level course in in business statistics (STATS 108), general mathematics (MATHS 108) or equivalent.

If you have completed advanced course(s) in an undergraduate degree that are considered substantially similar to courses in this programme you may be required to complete substitute course(s). Advice will be provided to you on a case-by-case basis

International applicants must also have evidence of English language proficiency such as IELTS (score of 6.5, and no bands below 6.0) or equivalent.

Career

Where could this programme take you?

The programme is designed to offer intellectual challenge and to equip graduates with the specialist knowledge and skills to move into a finance-oriented role or a career in financial services. Possible career paths cover broad aspects of the finance industry, both locally and internationally. They include corporate finance, investment management, banking and financial consulting.

Jobs related to this programme

Financial Analyst
Treasury Analyst
Financial Consultant
Investment Analyst
Financial Advisor
Investment Banker
Banker
Investment manager

Further study options

See all study options

Student career planning service

Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.

We have a dedicated Career Development and Employer Liaison manager who can assist you with your career planning, development and management, as well as job-search skills to help you maximise your employment opportunities. They can also recommend relevant workshops and events as well as arrange one-on-one appointments to give advice on building your CV, cover letter and LinkedIn profile.