GC-APFNCE v.2 Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance

Graduate Certificates prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications.

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance provides students with the foundation knowledge and skills in Finance.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

Graduate Certificates contain a series of units which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences.

Course Learning Outcomes

A graduate of this course can:

1. apply finance principles, theory and practice to current issues and trends in relation to financial markets

2. think creatively and reflectively to generate innovative solutions to complex financial scenarios

3. access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from a range of sources appropriate in financial scenarios; make valid judgements based on sound evidence; analyse case study material and journal articles

4. communicate effectively to clients, staff, professionals, management and industry within the ethical and professional framework of financial institutions; prepare written academic reports and prepare and deliver oral presentations at a professional standard

5. expertly use new and established technologies as they apply in financial markets

6. continue to acquire new knowledge and expertise in the field of finance using a range of learning strategies

7. describe and evaluate the impacts of financial markets and instruments in a global system; apply international standards and practices with in a global context

8. show broad understanding of relevant professional and cross cultural communication theoretical concepts; work effectively in multicultural team environments and make positive contributions to class discussions

9. work professionally and ethically both independently and collaboratively, complying with appropriate legislation and protocols

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is one semester full-time or equivalent part-time study. This course is only available internally and where possible, classes will be offered in the evening. International onshore students on student visas are not permitted to study externally or in a part-time mode.

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Applicants for a Graduate Certificate are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://study.curtin.edu.au/. Applicants generally require a Bachelor Degree or equivalent credit gained for recognised learning. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.

Specifically applicants require a recognised bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline or a minimum of five years relevant substantial work experience. The course is also an entry point for students who wish to pursue higher postgraduate qualifications, such as Applied Finance Major (MCom).

Credit for Recognised Learning

Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm

Pathway to Further Study

Graduates may qualify for entry to some Graduate Diplomas and Master degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.

This course is an exit award of the MC-COMM Master of Commerce.