Master of Finance at Swinburne University of Technology

The Master of Applied Finance with a double specialisation in Investing and Financial Services is for students who are interested in focusing on investment, portfolio management and financial services. The degree will allow you to integrate technical, theoretical and industry knowledge on the operation and organisation of - and participation in - local and international finance. The Investing specialisation focuses on investment and portfolio management, while the Financial Services specialisation focuses on financial institutions, as well as bank management and lending.

The Master of Applied Finance (Investing) is for students interested in acquiring an advanced understanding of investment and portfolio management. You will study the theory and practice of financial management and gain an understanding of the global financial system. Additionally, competing approaches to corporate governance and business ethics will be developed, and you will learn how to provide protection against portfolio, financial and corporate risks. Students are provided with realistic stock market simulations and are introduced to modern portfolio theory and practice with a focus on optimal investment decision-making. You will experience the pressure of live markets and learn how to manage portfolios through a portfolio simulation that allows you to trade shares, options, bonds, managed funds, international stocks with realistic stock market simulations. The degree is targeted at students who have a bachelor degree in Business, Engineering, Maths or IT, if you do not have an academic background in these areas you should consider studying the Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance.

The Master of Financial Analysis is tailored to students who want to excel in the profession of financial analyst. The course covers all areas required to develop the necessary skills to evaluate complex financial projects and investment opportunities, including corporate finance and valuation, accounting and business law. The core subjects are designed to offer a balanced coverage of accounting, finance, investment topics and legal aspects and provides advanced-level study in a range of contemporary accounting and finance issues.