Master of Finance (Global Investment and Trade)

Our Master of Finance (Global Investment and Trade) will equip you with the skills to manage critical issues facing global trade and international business and finance.

This degree will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the interconnections between institutions and global financial markets and the implications of changing regulation and policy.

Using state-of-the-art market simulation programs in our Iress Trading Room on campus, you will gain hands-on experience and further understand the intricacies behind international investment.

You can also choose to enhance your business consulting skills and experience through a professional placement in Australia or overseas.

You will graduate with the skills to apply financial theory to the real-world challenges faced by senior investment professionals working in a global environment.

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to have one of the following:

• A completed bachelor degree* from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; or
• A completed graduate diploma* from a recognised higher education institution; or
• A completed graduate certificate* from a recognised higher education institution.

Applicants who have:

• completed a bachelor degree in a business discipline; or
• completed a bachelor degree which includes a major in business, commerce, marketing or management; or
• completed a graduate certificate in a business discipline,

are eligible to enter the program with 0.5 EFTSL (18 units) Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1.5 years of full time study or equivalent part time study.

The Master of Finance (Global Investment and Trade) is made up of 16 courses including two electives and two specialisation electives. You will study core courses in business and global investment and trade and select from specialised electives such as Behavioural Finance, International Business: Strategy and Ethics or Applied Research in Finance. One of your elective options is also a 150-hour industry placement either in Australia or overseas.

For each course you study, you will need to allocate time for various classes such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Plus you will need additional hours to study in your own time to complete assignments, readings and projects and contribute to online discussion forums. So as a general rule, if you are studying full-time you would need to allocate 12 – 26 hours of study when at university and 14 – 28 hours of independent study per week.

This degree combines theoretical and hands-on learning. You can expect your assessment tasks to differ widely, for example you may have:

Our teaching staff are industry experienced and maintain close working links with leading professional bodies such as Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) and the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute. This collaboration ensures the knowledge you take into your career will meet the dynamic needs of industry, and your qualification remains relevant and applicable.

While you study you can get valuable industry experience through industry placements in Australia, or an international study experience through more than 60 exchange partners across Asia, Europe, North America and South America. Our links to UniSA’s research facilities ensure your learning is connected to the latest technologies, theories and applications of finance knowledge.

Your career

The growth of financial careers in Australia is on the rise and is expected to grow strongly over the next five years1.

Graduates of this degree use their broad range of skills and specialist knowledge to pursue management roles, both locally and abroad. You could consider roles such as trade finance specialist, international financial trader or adviser, global fund manager or global policy analyst in areas such as:

• multinational financial management
• commercial and investment banking
• foreign exchange funds management
• mergers and acquisitions
• corporate treasury
• brokerage
• policy or research

1Job Outlook Australia Career Profiles: Finance Managers.

Applying to study with us:

• go to the top of this page and make note of the relevant SATAC code (see below) then click Apply
• you will be redirected through to the SATAC website to continue your application

You may be eligible for Advanced Standing. When applying through SATAC, please refer to the codes below. If you are uncertain about your eligibility, please include more than one SATAC code in your list of application preferences.

2 years - SATAC CODE 4CM226 1.5 years - SATAC CODE 4CM227

What is Advanced Standing?

Advanced Standing for previous studies means you can complete the requirements of this qualification in less than 2 years. You can apply if you have successfully completed one of these (please see entry requirements for further details):

• a bachelor degree in a business discipline
• a bachelor degree which includes a major in business, commerce, marketing or management
• a graduate certificate in a business discipline

Our campuses have fantastic facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, tech zones, and areas that simulate real work environments. You’ll also find student gyms and campus sport activities to keep you active. We also offer flexible study options, with online resources available for accessing lecture recordings, virtual classrooms, library resources and learning support.

Adelaide has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets. Options include dedicated student accommodation or private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages for plenty of options. If you need somewhere to live, our new student accommodation by urbanest is on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, a perfect location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.

The Business Student Hub is a convenient, central support service for business students, from first year through to graduation. The team provides expert advice on study options, elective choices and any academic difficulties. It also helps with referrals to support services across the University. The Business Student Hub is there to facilitate your life at university, so you get the most out of your UniSA experience.

We have six campuses in metropolitan and regional areas, each with advanced facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, laboratories, and areas that simulate real work environments.