Master of Financial Management (Professional)

The Master of Financial Management (Professional) is a postgraduate qualification which provides the essential knowledge and analytical skills for making key financial decisions faced by corporate managers, business bankers, wealth advisors and financial managers.

Students receive personal development and professional practice as a result of the 20-week Professional component.

The classes combine theoretical knowledge in finance with practical insights delivered through case studies and guest lectures.

Team building is encouraged through group projects and communication skills are enhanced through class presentations.

The program equips students to think critically, communicate professionally, work collaboratively, make ethical and responsible business decisions, and work effectively in a global business context characterised by change and uncertainty.

The free choice business electives provide students with the opportunity to customise the program to meet their individualised interests and enhance their employability and career options.

The Master of Financial Management (Professional) program comprises 13 subjects, as follows:

Required subjects (6)

• ACCT71-600 Accounting Principles
• ECON71-600 Economics for Business
• FINC71-600 Managerial Finance
• FINC71-601 Corporate Finance
• FINC71-607 International Financial Management
• STAT71-102 Analysis and Application

Alternate Choice (2)

Choose two (2) subjects from the following options.

• DTSC71-200 Data Science
• DTSC71-305 Financial Trading Systems
• FINC71-302 Finance Applications and Analysis
• FINC71-305 Derivative Products 
• FINC71-318 Personal Investment
• FINC71-603 Investments
• FINC71-604 Capital Markets
• FINC71-614 Mergers and Acquisitions

Plus Professional subject (1) (students must complete one (1) of the following subjects)

• BUSN71-701 Professional Portfolio *
• BUSN71-705 Professional Development *

*Please note that the Professional Portfolio or Professional Development subject is a 20-week, 45-credit point subject and is taken in the last semester of the program once all other coursework subjects have been completed. The Career Development Centre will provide assistance in choosing the relevant professional subject prior to your last semester. 

Elective (4)

• Students can choose 4 General Elective Subjects (40CP).
• General elective – A subject that may be chosen from any subject on offer across the University provided requisites, enrolment restrictions and any other faculty requirements have been met. 

Specialisation

• Students may also use all of their electives to take a specialisation (4 Subjects) from the list below Big DataHealth ManagementInternational BusinessMarketingTourism Management
• Please visit the Major, minor and specialisation study areas for guidance on specialisations.

Opportunity 

Students may also choose one of the following opportunities to use your elective subject to have international experiences or an Internship opportunity provided you meet the requirements. Please discuss with the Enrolment Advisor in the Student Business Centre.

Study Tour

• The Study Tour requires approval from the Faculty. (Please note that additional costs and visa requirements are associated with this subject).

Business Internship

• The Internship requires a 2.0 GPA and approval from the Faculty with an application to the Career Development Centre.

Individual Study Topic

• The Individual Study Topic is only available in exceptional circumstances and requires the Program Director's approval.

Please visit BBS Program Structure and Sequencing for guidance on study plans.

The Master of Financial Management (Professional) prepares you for entry-level positions in the finance industry in Australia and internationally. The degree meets the demands of industry and graduates may find employment as account managers, financial analysts and financial advisors.