Finance is about money and investments. People on their own, people in partnerships, companies and other entities (including state and federal governments), have a common objective of profitable investment. What is a government-secured bond? What is a share? What are the reasons for investing in either and when is the right time? These are some of the questions answered in the domain of finance.
This degree
You will undertake a foundation year that covers all core disciplines of business, giving you a solid understanding of issues facing organisations today. From your second year, you will begin your major in Finance. The course has an emphasis on practical applications and real-world financial management. Careers include finance manager, management reporting manager, equity trade analyst, investment operations analyst and venture capitalist. You will also undertake a final-year capstone subject that lets you apply everything you have learned in collaboration with students from other disciplines. Plus, you have the option of applying for an internship to gain valuable experience whilst receiving credit towards your degree.
What you will study
You will learn the theoretical knowledge and tools demanded by employers in all sections of the world economy: investment, financial markets, financial modelling and portfolio analysis. You will learn advanced statistical techniques for analysis, including the classical linear regression model, model diagnostics, univariate time series modelling and forecasting. You will explore corporate finance, including financial strategies, security analysis and portfolio management.
Why choose this course
UOW Business students experience a modern curriculum that does not merely teach business theory, but applies it to everyday business contexts. We develop professionals, managers and business leaders with critical thinking skills who will succeed in their chosen fields.
The Faculty of Business and Law is a signatory to the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), a global initiative of the United Nations. The PRME endorses institutions that champion responsible management education, research and thought leadership.
Career opportunities
Auditor
Banker
Analyst
Financial controller
Accountant
Policy advisor
Business adviser
OHS officer
HR manager consultant
Stock broker
Insurance broker
Fund manager
Exporter/importer
Public relations coordinator
Market researcher
Advertising executive
Brand/product manager
Event manager
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
31 May 2023
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Start date
24 July 2023
South Western Sydney Campus
Shop R6, 33 Moore Street,
LIVERPOOL,
New South Wales,
2170, SYDNEY, Australia
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
31 May 2023
More details
Start date
24 July 2023
Batemans Bay Campus
Hanging Rock,
Beach Road,
BATEMANS BAY,
New South Wales,
2536, SOUTH COAST, Australia
Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in Australia.
In order to succeed in your chosen course, it is assumed you have completed relevant subjects in your senior high school studies or other relevant qualifications. This is particularly important for degrees which have a strong basis in Mathematics or Science.
English Requirements
IELTS Academic Overall Score of 6.0, reading 6.0, writing 6.0, listening 5.0, speaking 5.0; TOEFL (Internet-based) score of 70, reading 18, writing 18, listening 12, speaking 12; PTE Academic overall score of 54 (Reading and Writing 54, Speaking and Listening 47).
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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