Master of Finance

Overview

Become an expert in financial technology, banking, analysis and investment with our Master of Finance. Learn how fintech is transforming the financial world and understand how to embrace technological advances in areas such as AI, big data, blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Graduate with a strong sense of ethics and an understanding of the social responsibilities needed to succeed in the sector.

Learning outcomes

At completion of the Master of Finance, graduates will be able to:

• apply coherent and advanced knowledge of finance and financial technology concepts in diverse contexts and applications using critical thinking
• exercise judgement and creativity and apply problem solving, design and decision making methodologies to identify and provide innovative solutions to complex financial problems with intellectual independence
• communicate proficiently in professional practice to a variety of audiences and convey complex financial information and recommendations
• exhibit professionalism, integrity, ethical conduct, professional accountability and a deep awareness of professional practices in a global and sustainable context
• function as an effective member of a team
• apply finance and financial technology applications to the analysis, design and operation of business models using advanced quantitative finance theories and methods in an ethical manner
• apply knowledge of research principles to plan and execute a piece of research independently.

Career opportunities

Employment opportunities include financial analyst and managerial roles in finance, financial technology, stockbroking, insurance, project management, and finance industries.

Course rules

To qualify for the award of Master of Finance, students must complete 16 units of study (200 credit points) comprising of:

• four [4] foundation units (50 credit points)
• eight [8] core units (100 credit points)
• four [4] units comprising one specialisation or four (4) elective units (50 credit points)

Graduate skills

The Swinburne graduate attributes signify that Swinburne intends that its teaching programs assist all its graduates to be:

• capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas and an ability to engage in critical enquiry
• entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
• effective and ethical in work, community situations and reasoning skills
• adaptable and able to manage change, and
• aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing (e.g. social-cultural, economic and natural).

Professional recognition

Master of Finance is recognised under the CFA Institute Affiliated University. The course covers at least 70% of all three topic levels of the CFA program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK) placing emphasis on the CFA Institute Codes of Ethics and Standards of Practice. This recognition signals to students, employers and the marketplace that that Swinburne’s curriculum is closely tied to professional practice and is well suited to preparing you for employment in the finance and investment industry, and for sitting the CFA examination. Students in the Master of Finance may be eligible for CFA Program Student Scholarships.

Maximum Academic Credit

The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Master of Finance is 100 credit points (normally 8 units).