University of Adelaide -

Master of Finance

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 24 months

The degree provides an excellent grounding for students who may be interested in pursuing Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualifications, with courses capturing large elements of the CFA curriculum.

Course Overview

With advanced courses in research, funds management and corporate policy, the Master of Finance offers a competitive edge in the finance world.

Study Australian and international financial markets in depth, learn about derivative assets and their specific markets' operation, and explore different areas of the finance industry according to your interests and career goals. You'll analyse and interpret developments in financial practice and work on a large-scale applied research project.

Key Facts

Delivery
Face to Face
Course Type
Master's
Duration
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Can be studied part time
24 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
15
Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
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What you will study

To complete the Master of Finance, you must complete complete nine core courses, two research project courses and electives.

Core and research courses

Core courses

  • Accounting Concepts and Methods
  • Principles of Finance
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Economic Principles
  • Equity Valuation and Analysis
  • Fixed Income Securities
  • Advanced Funds Management
  • Derivatives
  • Ethical Principles in Finance and Accounting

Research course:

  • Research Project in Financial Statement Analysis
  • Financial Statement Analysis
Elective courses

Entry requirements

Higher education study

Applicants must completed a bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Outcomes

Professional accreditation

The degree provides excellent grounding for students who may be interested in pursuing Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualifications, with courses capturing large elements of the CFA curriculum.

Career outcomes

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

  • Investment consultant
  • Banker
  • Finance manager
  • Financial analyst

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.