Western Sydney University

Master of Applied Finance

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 24 months
  • Course Type: Master's

Prepares students for an executive career in finance, banking, funds management, property investment and corporate treasuries.

Course overview

The Master of Applied Finance 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 vary based on previous qualifications and work experience.

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 $4,480
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Prices are calculated based on a full-time or part-time study load of 80 credit points.
Campus
Parramatta
Intake
5th January, 2026
30th March, 2026
22nd June, 2026
14th September, 2026
Units
16
Fees
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What you will study

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 160 credit points. Each subject is worth 10 credit points.

Core - Group 1

Students must complete the following subjects:

  • Funds Management and Portfolio Selection
  • Corporate Finance
  • Financial Institutions and Markets (MAF)
  • Financial Institution Management
  • Security Analysis and Portfolio Theory
  • Applied Project (Finance and Property)

1.5 and 2 Year Pathways

Students must complete the following subjects unless they fulfil the admission requirements for the one-year pathway.

  • Financial Reports for Decision Making
  • New Venture Finance
  • Applied Business Statistics
  • Economics
Core - Group 2
Alternate subjects - Two Year Pathway

Entry requirements

Entry Pathway 1

Master of Applied Finance (80 credit points)

  • Applicants must have successfully completed a graduate certificate, or higher, in a business discipline; OR
  • Successfully 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 discipline 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
Entry Pathway 3

English language requirements

Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Contact the university for more information.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL), formerly known as transfer credit or advanced standing, is a way of recognising your previous study or work experience by granting credit towards your current program.

When your CPL application is approved, it means you've already demonstrated the knowledge, understanding and skills that match the learning outcomes of similar subjects or programs at WSU.

For more information contact the university or visit its website.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

  • Communicate effectively using Business discipline-appropriate literacy and verbal skills that express complex ideas or contexts and are suited to the audience and context.
  • Collaborate effectively in teams in complex contexts.
  • Apply critical thinking and problem-solving to make informed decisions for enterprise futures within global Business contexts.
  • Apply numeracy and information literacy skills to make informed decisions for Business situations.
  • Identify discipline-appropriate cultural issues and make recommendations for improved Business practice.
  • Identify discipline-appropriate corporate socially responsible behaviour and make recommendations for improved Business practice.

Career outcomes

As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

  • Finance
  • Banking
  • Funds management
  • Property investment
  • Corporate treasuries

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative annual fee in 2026: $35,840 (domestic full-fee paying place)

The fee estimate provided is indicative only and subject to change. This estimate is based on the current fee structures for a normal full-time study load.

A student’s fee may vary depending on:

  • Specific subjects chosen.
  • Duration and timing of study.
  • Annual fee adjustments.

Please note that this estimate does not include the Student Services and Amenities Fee.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.