Study Master of Applied Finance - 1 year pathway at Western Sydney University in Australia, School of Business

About this course

About this course
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The Master of Applied Finance prepares students for executive careers in finance, banking and property investment sectors. Choose from subjects that suit your career aspirations, and get the knowledge you need to reach your unlimited potential in an increasingly sophisticated financial environment. This program provides students with the opportunity to acquire the technical knowledge necessary to function in an evolving and increasingly sophisticated financial environment with an emphasis on the practical application of these techniques. All subjects have been developed by individuals who are actively involved in the financial and investment sectors. Applicants will find having a background in Business or Commerce advantageous. The program length and structure varies based on previous qualifications and work experience.

Which department am I in?

School of Business

CRICOS

079262C

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

A$39,337.00 (US$ 25,924) per year

Cost of Living - AUD 29710 Per Person Per Year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

15/11/2026

Start date

March 2027

Venue

Parramatta

6 Hassall Street,

Parramatta,

New South Wales,

2150, Sydney, Australia

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

A$39,337.00 (US$ 25,924) per year

Cost of Living - AUD 29710 Per Person Per Year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Parramatta City - Macquarie Street

169 Macquarie Street,

Parramatta,

New South Wales,

2150, Sydney, Australia

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Entry requirements

For international students

Entry Pathway 1: Master of Applied Finance (80 credit points): Applicants must have successfully completed a graduate certificate, or higher, in a business discipline; OrSuccessfully completed an undergraduate degree in a Business discipline (specifically financial advising, stockbroking, applied finance, accounting or related discipline) with a GPA of 5.0 or WAM (Weighted Average Mark) of 65+ (if provided on the academic record); Or Successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any business disciplines and a minimum of two years full-time equivalent managerial/professional work experience in roles facilitating financial administration, budget management, financial advising, stockbroking, applied finance, or associated roles. Entry Pathway 2: Master of Applied Finance (120 credit points): Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in a business discipline;Or Successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline and a minimum of two years full-time equivalent general work experience. Entry Pathway 3: Master of Applied Finance (160 credit points): Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.