Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Banking)

On this course, you’ll be introduced to the theory and practice of the worlds of commerce, finance and banking.

A highly practical degree, you’ll develop knowledge and techniques in risk management and credit assessment, and will learn how to manage risks in financial services firms.You’ll also explore topics including shares, debentures, derivatives and discounted cash flows, and will study methods to price a range of financial instruments.

You’ll be involved in a range of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experiences linking directly to the finance and banking industries, and will graduate with sound knowledge of commerce and a breadth of professional skills which will ensure a successful career, whichever path you choose.The Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Banking) sees academics and industry working together to develop a range of diverse WIL opportunities for students, including internships, work placements, industry projects, competitions, exhibitions, study tours, virtual real-world learning experiences and more.Through the WIL experiences across the course, you’ll acquire the necessary professional skills consistent with industry expectations for your future career in the worlds of finance, banking and commerce.

Previous Finance and Banking students have undertaken internships with organisations including International IDEA, Legal Aid ACT, National Australia Bank, eChoice and the US Embassy.The course culminates in a capstone project, which aims to integrate what you’ve learned across your degree and prepare you for the transition to either successful future employment or further studies.Students should note the assumed knowledge requirements for individual majors and minors when choosing a program of study.High-achieving students can enrol in the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) program.

Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Banking) (72 credit points) Required - Must pass 48 credit points as follows

• CM0005 Core Major in Commerce and Accounting (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 18 credit points as follows 11009 - Business Decision Making - 3 cp, Level 1 11010 - Professional Orientation (Commerce) - 3 cp, Level 1 11165 - Quantitative Methods in Commerce - 3 cp, Level 1 11171 - Professional Evidence (Commerce) - 3 cp, Level 3 11174 - Introduction to Management - 3 cp, Level 1 11175 - Introduction to Economics - 3 cp, Level 1 Restricted Choice - Must pass 6 credit points from the following 9628 - International Business Study Tour - 3 cp, Level 2 10158 - Business, Government & Law Extended Internship - 6 cp, Level 3 10236 - Business, Government & Law Professional Internship - 12 cp, Level 3 11166 - BGL Internship (Commerce) - 3 cp, Level 3 11167 - BGL Internship (Business and Management) - 3 cp, Level 3 11168 - BGL Internship (Government and Policy) - 3 cp, Level 3 11169 - Organisational Communications, Culture and Change - 3 cp, Level 3 11170 - Business Communication - 3 cp, Level 2 11379 - Social Enterprise - 3 cp, Level 2 11572 - Accounting Internship Preparation - 3 cp, Level 2 Note:Unit 11572 Accounting Internship Preparation is only available to students undertaking an Accounting major. Note: Credit Points: Students who want to do more than 6 credit points from this list may count them towards Open Electives. International Exchange: Students may also choose to undertake units at an international institution, subject to approval by the Program Director.
• SM0018 Specialist Major in Finance and Banking (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows 11215 - Business Finance - 3 cp, Level 2 11227 - Econometrics - 3 cp, Level 2 11230 - Investments and Portfolio Analysis - 3 cp, Level 3 11231 - Risk Management in Financial Institutions - 3 cp, Level 2 11232 - Credit Analysis and Lending - 3 cp, Level 2 11233 - International Finance - 3 cp, Level 3 11234 - Derivatives - 3 cp, Level 3 11326 - Financial Institutions and Markets - 3 cp, Level 2

Open Electives - Must pass 24 credit points from the following

• Must pass 24 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a breadth major, a breadth minor and/or as individual units.

Admission Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:- Year 12 ATAR- other Australian Qualification- work experience- overseas qualificationWe also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes. More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

Assumed Knowledge

It is recommended that students have Mathematics T/Mathematic Applications (ACT) or Mathematics (NSW) and English (major) (ACT) or English Advanced (NSW), or their equivalents. International students need to meet the English language requirements of the University of Canberra. Students should note the assumed knowledge requirements for individual majors and minors when choosing a program of study.

Periods Course is Open to New Admissions

Information on admission closing dates can be found here.

Credit Arrangements

Credit arrangements (if available) for this course can be found on the University's Credit Search website.