Bachelor of Finance (International)

Are you interested in the interaction of economics and finance at an international level?Our Bachelor of Finance (International) is a specialised stream for global thinkers.

In an increasingly connected world, we need financial expertise in this area more than ever.

All students commence in the Bachelor of Finance program and after completing first year can choose to specialise in international finance. A common first year comprised of courses in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics and accounting is followed by the choice of pathway best suited to the interests of the student. Students must complete core finance courses, which include: International Financial Institutions and Markets at level 1 Business Finance and Financial Economics at level 2 Portfolio Theory and Management at level 3. Some of the courses offered provide opportunities for gaining affiliate membership to the Financial Services Institute of Australia (FINSIA), as well as covering material relevant for entry to the Chartered Financial Analysts and Financial Planning Association. The flexibility of the degree allows students to choose electives across all levels in a wide range of subject areas offered by other faculties. Applicants seeking entry into the Bachelor of Finance or the International specialisation use the SATAC code 314401. Bachelor of Finance (International)This specialisation is ideal for students wishing to focus on the interaction of economics and finance at an international level. Finance courses include Money, Banking and Financial Markets, and International Finance which cover areas such as the mechanics and operation of foreign exchange, debt and equity markets, as well as providing coverage of important monetary and financial issues and developments in the world. This finance pathway is for those interested in trading international financial instruments and providing financial and monetary advice to multinational companies and government, along with working in both merchant and retail banks.

Academic Program Rules

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

You can find the academic program rules for the Bachelor of Finance under the Faculty of the Professions rules.

Areas of Specialisation

All Finance students are admitted to the Bachelor of Finance program but may choose to follow the Finance (International) stream.

Example Study Plan

Indicative Study Plan Year Level 1 Core courses ACCTING 1002: Introductory Accounting ECON 1012: Principles of Economics CORPFIN 1002: Business Finance ECON 1009: International Financial Institutions and Markets  ECON 1008: Business and Economic Statistics  orSTATS 1000: Statistical Practice and One approved Maths combination from:MATHS 1009: Introduction to Financial Mathematics I and MATHS 1010: Applications of Quantitative Methods in Finance I orMATHS 1011: Mathematics IA and MATHS 1012: Mathematics IB Electives One level I elective Year Level 2 Core courses ECON 2504: Intermediate EconometricsECON 2506: Intermediate Microeconomics A ECON 2507: Intermediate Macroeconomics A ECON 2508: Financial Economics  CORPFIN 2502: Business Valuation ECON 2500: International Trade and Investment Policy orCORPFIN 2501: Financial Institutions Management  Electives Two level II electives Year Level 3 Core courses CORPFIN 3501: Portfolio Theory and Management CORPFIN 3502: Options, Futures and Risk Management ECON 3511: Money, Banking and Financial Markets ECON 3510: International Finance  Electives Four level III electives CURRENT STUDENTS, please visit this link for your study plan templates: www.adelaide.edu.au/professions/current-students/study-plans

Assessment

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

For those who are based in Adelaide, we will be offering a blended delivery mode that combines face-to-face with remote learning in as many courses as possible, taking into consideration social distancing and hygiene. All lectures will continue to be delivered online for the remainder of the year, with some exceptions.

For our students who are studying offshore for the remainder of the 2020 Academic Year, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses.

Career Readiness

Career opportunities include trading international financial instruments, providing financial and monetary advice to multinational companies and governments, or working in merchant or trading banks.

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

Graduate Attributes

Adelaide Graduate Attributes

1. Deep discipline knowledge
2. Critical thinking and problem solving
3. Teamwork and communication skills
4. Career and leadership readiness
5. Intercultural and ethical competency
6. Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

Industry Placement

Work placement can include:

• Professions Internships

Professional Accreditation

Some Bachelor of Finance courses provide opportunities for gaining affiliate membership of the Financial Services Institute of Australia. (FINSIA). They also cover material relevant for entry to the Chartered Financial Analysts and Financial Planning Association.

Additionally, specific courses enable graduates to obtain partial compliance with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission RG146 (tier I Compliance) in the areas of generic knowledge derivatives and securities.

Adelaide Business School is AACSB accredited, and as such our undergraduate programs have passed rigorous standards of quality. AACSB accreditation is the hallmark of excellence in business education and only the best schools in the world earn AACSB accreditation.

A wide number of courses have met the competence area requirement for Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.

Potential careers

Banker, Finance Manager, Financial Adviser, Financial Services Officer, Financial Systems / Computer Analyst, International Government and Trade Policy Adviser, International Trade or Business Analyst