University of Adelaide -

Master of Applied Finance

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 18 months

This intensive degree focuses on managerial effectiveness and best practices for financial problem-solving.

Course Overview

The Master of Applied Finance secures you with an advanced suite of financial skills and a competitive edge in the industry.

In this course, you will take core accounting, economics and finance courses, build practical and real-world skills through five applied courses, and pursue electives according to your interests and career goals. Learn a wide range of advanced analytical tools for financial decision-making and build strong communication and leadership skills.

Key Facts

Delivery
Face to Face
Course Type
Master's
Duration
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Can be studied part time
18 months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From 5125
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The estimated per-unit fee is calculated using the annual estimated first-year fee. It is based on a study load of 24 units of study.
Intake
July, 2025
Units
12
Fees
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What you will study

To qualify for the Master of Applied Finance, you must complete core courses which include four foundation courses and five applied finance courses. The remaining three courses will be chosen from a number of electives, depending on your main specialisation.

Core courses

Four Foundation courses:

  • Accounting Concepts and Methods
  • Economic Principles
  • Principles of Finance
  • Quantitative Methods

Five Applied Finance courses:

  • Equity Valuation and Analysis
  • Fixed Income Securities
  • Advanced Funds Management
  • Derivatives
  • Ethical Principles in Finance and Accounting
Electives

Entry requirements

Higher education study

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of Adelaide Graduate Attributes.

  • Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
  • Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
  • Teamwork and communication skills
  • Professionalism and leadership readiness
  • Intercultural and ethical competency
  • Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
  • Digital capabilities
  • Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

Professional accreditation

The University of Adelaide is recognised as a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) Program Partner through the Master of Applied Finance degree. This signals to employers and the marketplace that the Adelaide Business School's curriculum is closely tied to professional practice and well suited to preparing students for employment in the finance and investment industry.

In order to meet the requirements for CFA eligibility, students must complete 'Financial Statement Analysis' and 'Advanced Corporate Finance' as electives.

Career outcomes

Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:

  • Financial analyst
  • Investment consultant
  • Manager/Business management

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative annual tuition fee in 2025: $41,000 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study (24 units).

A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of units studied per term.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.