University of New South Wales

Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 8 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Certificate

Build foundational expertise in applied finance through a flexible online graduate certificate that develops the practical skills to analyse financial challenges and support informed business decision-making.

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Course overview

Designed for professionals looking to strengthen their finance capability or transition into the field, the Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance provides a practical introduction to contemporary financial decision-making. You'll develop the foundational knowledge needed to understand financial markets, investment principles and corporate finance within today's global business environment.

By combining foundational finance concepts with practical application, you'll build the capability to interpret financial information, evaluate investment opportunities and support informed business decision-making. Flexible elective options allow you to further develop your knowledge in areas such as analytics and financial technology.

The program is delivered 100% online and can be completed part-time in as little as eight months, allowing you to balance study with professional commitments. It also provides a pathway into the Graduate Diploma and Master of Applied Finance, enabling eligible students to continue building their finance expertise through further postgraduate study.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
8 months (Part time)
Price Per Unit
From $5,125
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The estimated fee is determined by individual units of study and the year the course was commenced.
Intake
31st August, 2026
26th October, 2026
Units
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You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.

The unit total reflects the number of units required for course completion, not the total credit point weight. Some units may be double- or triple-weighted, so the number of units you complete may be lower.
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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 earn the Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance, you must successfully complete four courses from the following:

Core units

Complete the following:

  • Portfolio Management
  • Corporate Finance

Elective units

Choose two of the following:

  • Financial Management
  • Business Economics
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • Introductory Data Analysis
  • FinTech Ecosystems and Industry Insights
  • Decentralised Finance
  • Technical Tools for FinTech
  • Data Management for FinTech
  • Robo-Advice
  • Tech Disruption in Payments and Transfers
  • Tech Disruption in Funding and Lending
  • AI in Consumer Finance
  • International Finance
  • Private Equity and Venture Capital
  • Equity Valuation
  • Fixed Income
  • Derivatives
  • Ethics and Professional Standards
  • Principles of Programming
  • Law Regulation and Ethics

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

To be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance, you must have one of the following:​

  • A recognised bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline.
  • Three years of relevant work experience in a commercial or public service organisation related to business, banking or finance.

English language requirements

You may need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency to study at UNSW, depending on your educational background and citizenship. UNSW requires a minimum level of English language competency for enrolment. English language skills are essential for webinar comprehension and the completion of coursework, assignments and examinations.

If English is not your first language, you will need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you will be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses.
  • Prior study in the medium of English.
  • Other qualifications.
  • English waivers.

Recognition of Prior Learning

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help reduce the number of units you need to study to finish your course. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

  • Finance Analyst
  • Portfolio Risk Analyst
  • Financial Investment Analyst 
  • Wealth Management Associate
  • Banking Associate
  • Risk and Compliance Analyst
  • Equity Research Assistant
  • Budget Analyst 

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative annual fee in 2026: $20,500  (Full-fee paying place)

Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.

A student’s annual fee may vary by:

  • The number of units studied.
  • 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.