5583
Nathan
Gold Coast
Mount Gravatt
Logan
South Bank
Online
Offshore
Other
16 teaching periods
160
For Continuing Students Only
This program has been withdrawn for commencing students. Commencing students are referred to the Master of Finance (5592).
In the Master of Finance you will gain technical competencies and analytical skills and learn how to apply financial theory and quantitative techniques to make effective financial and investment decisions. You will build a solid foundation in finance using practically relevant CFA Institute Body of Knowledge based curriculum, which will prepare you to take on new challenges in the increasingly globalised and competitive financial sector.
The Master of Finance has two different entry points depending on your previous studies:
Standard pathway: If you are interested in moving into the field and do not have a background in finance, you will complete the standard pathway (2 years) which includes a compulsory foundation component.
Advanced standing pathway: If you have a prior finance degree you will follow the advanced standing pathway (1.5 years) and skip the foundation course component. You will focus on core finance courses.
Griffith University offers a range of flexible delivery modes including on-campus and online. Find out more about our Finance programs.
Note: Progression through this program suite is dependent upon satisfying admission requirements.
The Master of Finance is offered online. You will be able to access course materials, participate in learning activities, lodge assessment items and access support services via Learning@Griffith. There is no requirement for on-campus attendance and access to a reliable computer with internet connection is essential.
This program comprises 16 courses to be completed over 2.5 years. The program is taught over six teaching periods throughout the year and students can begin in any teaching period. Each course is taught over a six week period. Students will complete one course in each teaching period.
This program is not available to International students studying in Australia on a student visa.
The Master of Finance is a comprehensive postgraduate program that provides students with the knowledge and skills suitable for a variety of career opportunities in financial services industry. It helps you build a strong understanding of major investments products and markets in the finance industry, such equity, fixed income, alternative investments and derivatives. This understanding is then applied in the process of portfolio planning and construction, and wealth management and financial advice with the emphasis on ethical and sustainable professional practices.
The program enables you to improve your quantitative skills, communication and problem solving skills, as well as acquire the necessary knowledge in economics, financial statements analysis and taxation.
Graduates may find career opportunities in areas such as superannuation and fund management, corporate finance, wealth management, banking, risk management, financial advisory and treasury.
To ensure that you optimise your career prospects, on commencement of the program, you'll join the Finance and Financial Planning at Griffith LinkedIn group to allow networking with other students and Course Convenors. In addition, in each course, you will be able to engage with other students through digital mediums. Even though you will be studying online, you will be able to attend a number of Griffith Business School events as well as using the Griffith University career services.
This program has been accepted into the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program.
The indicative annual tuition fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load which is usually 80 credit points.
The indicative annual tuition fee is based on current conditions and available data and should only be used as a guide. These fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.
If the fee rate for your program is not displayed above, please contact Student Connect for assistance.
If a postgraduate student changes to a different program they will be subject to the approved program fee for the trimester in which they are enrolled.