Master of Finance

Focus on finance

Finance professionals are pragmatic, quick-thinking and ambitious. They’re skilled problem-solvers who stay informed and get results.

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

What will you do?

  • Study Australian and international financial markets in depth.
  • Learn about derivative assets and their specific markets' operation.
  • Explore different areas of the finance industry according to your interests and career goals.
  • Analyse and interpret developments in financial practice.
  • Work on a large-scale applied research project.

Where could it take you?

You might work in commercial banking as a sales associate, trust officer or loan officer. You could advise on investment decisions or help people secure their dream homes. Perhaps you’ll be a capital market dealer or manage a hedge fund.

This degree will also provide you with an excellent grounding for pursuing Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualifications. Its courses capture large elements of the CFA curriculum.


  • Top 101-150 in world for Accounting and Finance^
  • Excellent grounding for pursing CFA
  • AACSB accredited

^QS World University Rankings, 2022

Entry Requirements

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Domestic applicants

SATAC Code 3CM192
Deferment Yes - 2 year
Intake February and July
Selection Criteria
Graduate entry

Higher Education Study Bachelor degree or equivalent.

  • Admissions Transparency Data
    Student Profile
    Applicant background Semester one/Full year intake 2023
    Number of students Percentage of all students
    International students 30 96.8%
    All students 31 100.0%

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Fees and Scholarships

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Domestic applicants

Indicative annual tuition fees
Australian Full-fee place: $39,000

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This is an Australian full-fee program. As a domestic student you may be eligible to:

  • receive a zero interest government assistance package to cover your course fees and
  • use over $100,000 in HELP assistance over your lifetime
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Scholarships

These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.

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Careers

Career Readiness

The Master of Finance provides the foundation for a rewarding career as an analyst, consultant or manager in the financial services sector. Positions are likely with:

  • banks
  • investment institutions
  • capital market dealers
  • financial planning consultancies.

The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

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.

Potential careers

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

Investment Consultant;  Banker;  Finance Manager;  Financial Analyst

Degree Structure

Students complete nine core courses, two research project courses and electives.

Example Study Plan

All core courses below:
Both research courses below:
Three electives below:

Plus one additional general elective*
*Students can also apply to enrol in PROF Internship as general elective course.

Assessment

May include, but not limited to: examinations, group assignments, individual assignments, research projects, consulting projects, presentations, quizzes, tests, tutorial work as prescribed within each course.

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Last updated: Thursday, 7 Mar 2024