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Master of Applied Finance (Single Specialisation) (Investing)

Advance your career. Gain necessary skills and knowledge from the world of finance. Become an expert.

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  • Academic qualifications relevant to your application
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  • Evidence of your citizenship, passport, or permanent residency status

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Student ?
Campus ?
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration
1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Trimester 1 2025
  • Trimester 3 2025
  • Trimester 1 2024
  • Trimester 3 2024
Code
UOW: 424

Overview

If you are currently working in the finance industry or a recent graduate, you will benefit from the specialised knowledge learned in this course.

During the degree, you will study the theory and practice of financial management and understand the global financial system. Additionally, competing approaches to corporate governance and business ethics will be analysed and developed, while you learn how to provide protection against portfolio, financial and corporate risks.

You will also examine the legal framework establishing, controlling and regulating financial institutions and examine bank management theory, a bank's lending process and the securities associated with it.

Domestic students have the option to study on campus or via distance delivery mode. Distance refers to learning activities that do not require you to attend campus, but instead allow you to join pre-scheduled virtual classes.

The degree is targeted at students who have a bachelor degree in business, engineering, mathematics or IT. If you do not have an academic background in these areas you should consider studying the Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance.

Fee subsidised places available

UOW is offering Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) for all of our postgraduate coursework degrees in 2025. This means the Australian government will subsidise your tuition fees by up to 75%. To be eligible for this fee subsidy, you must meet the following criteria: Be a domestic student, i.e. an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a permanent Australian Humanitarian visa holder. LEARN MORE

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Investing (specialisation)

Throughout this major, you will study the theory and practice of financial management and gain an understanding of the global financial system. Additionally, competing approaches to corporate governance and business ethics will be developed, and you will learn how to provide protection against portfolio, financial and corporate risks.

You are also provided with realistic stock market simulations and are introduced to modern portfolio theory and practice with a focus on optimal investment decision-making.

You will experience the pressure of live markets and learn how to manage portfolios through a portfolio simulation that allows you to trade shares, options, bonds, managed funds, international stocks with realistic stock market simulations.

Domestic students have the option to study on campus or via distance delivery mode. Distance refers to learning activities that do not require you to attend campus, but instead allow you to join pre-scheduled virtual classes.

Careers

  • Business Analyst
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Equities Analyst
  • Finance Manager
  • Investment Banker
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Risk Analyst
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Accreditation & professional recognition

The Master of Applied Finance (Investing), and the Master of Applied Finance (Investing & Financial Services) have been accepted into the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program. This status is granted to institutions whose degree program(s) incorporate at least 70% of the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK), which provide students with a solid grounding in the CBOK and positions them well to sit for the CFA exams. In addition, students are strongly recommended to complete the free online learning module, Ethics and Standards of Practice available through the CFA Institute.

Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

    UOW's Woolyungah Indigenous Centre's Indigenous Admissions Program (IAP) offers an alternative pathway for Indigenous Australians aged 17 and over who are seeking entry into an undergraduate course at UOW. Upon completing the IAP, applicants will be considered for admission based on an interview and assessment of both academic and non-academic qualities. For further details, including the application process, please contact Woolyungah Indigenous Centre.

  • Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications

    If you have completed or partially completed studies at an approved university or tertiary institution, you may be eligible for entry to UOW. You'll need to provide academic records, and your course must be at least one-sixth complete. Non-English documents must include an official English translation. For more information, contact the UOW Future Students Team.

  • English language proficiency

    All UOW courses are taught in English and require varying levels of proficiency. If English is not your first language, you must meet the University’s English Language Requirements, which differ by course.

    Accepted international test results include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET for specific health-related courses.

    Alternatively, you can fulfill the requirement by completing an English course at UOW College.

  • Workload
    Full-Time Study Load

    As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

    Part-Time Study Load

    For part-time students, study hours will vary based on the number of units taken, with similar expectations for class and independent study.

    For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

    Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

    UOW values lifelong learning and recognizes various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

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Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
UOW Online WollongongDistance$16344 (2024)$49032 (2024)
SydneyOn Campus$16344 (2024)$49032 (2024)
WollongongOn Campus$16344 (2024)$49032 (2024)
UOW Online WollongongDistance$16344 (2025)$49032 (2025)
SydneyOn Campus$16344 (2025)$49032 (2025)
WollongongOn Campus$16344 (2025)$49032 (2025)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

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