Western Sydney University

Master of Finance

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 18 months
  • Course Type: Master's

Develop the technical acumen required to function in an evolving and increasingly sophisticated financial environment.

Course overview

The Master of Finance is for ambitious and savvy individuals who want advanced academic rigour but thrive on practical learning that is immediately applicable in the workplace – and directly relevant to future career roles. The curriculum of this comprehensive, advanced degree overlaps with the material in the CFA program.

This program will also provide you with the specialist technical knowledge and critical skills necessary to operate effectively in ever-changing local and global markets. You’ll also add quantitative analysis to your skill set, giving you a competitive edge when applying for senior management positions.

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 $4,375
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The fee estimates provided are indicative only and subject to change. These estimates are based on the current fee structures for a normal full-time study load.
Campus
Parramatta
Intake
New start dates announced soon
Units
12
Fees
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What you will study

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 120 credit points (CP), consisting of 60 CP of core subjects, 40 CP of alternate subjects and a 20 CP capstone subject. Each subject is valued at 10 CP, unless otherwise indicated.

Core subjects
  • Corporate Finance
  • Derivatives
  • Financial Institutions and Markets (MAF)
  • Financial Modelling
  • Funds Management and Portfolio Selection
  • Security Analysis and Portfolio Theory
Alternate subjects
Capstone subjects

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following to be considered:

  • Successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in a business discipline.
  • Successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline and have a minimum of two years of full-time equivalent managerial/professional work experience.
  • Successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline and have a minimum eight years of full-time equivalent general work experience.

Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.

English language requirements

Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English.

Contact the university for further information about English language requirements.

Outcomes

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:

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

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative annual fee in 2025: $35,000 (domestic full-fee paying place)

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.