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Graduate Certificate of Finance

  • Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate of Finance is ideal for those wishing to transition to the finance industry or those seeking a comprehensive understanding of finance to progress in their existing field.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
0.5 year full-time
Course Code
099618C
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Jan, Apr, Jun, Sep
Domestic Fees
$13,400 per year / $6,700 total

About this course

Offering considerable flexibility, the Graduate Certificate of Finance is ideal for those wishing to transition to the finance industry or those seeking a comprehensive understanding of finance to progress in their existing field. With four commencing dates each year, and four units of study, you'll progress through structured learning activities facilitated by teachers with extensive industry experience. If your prior studies aren't in the fields of business or finance, this course is a pathway to the Graduate Diploma of Applied Finance and the Master of Applied Finance.

Key features:

  • Develop fundamental technical finance knowledge and skills.
  • Undertake this course as a pathway to the Diploma of Applied Finance or the Master of Applied Finance.
  • Gain the knowledge and skills to seamlessly transition to the finance industry, even if your background isn't in finance.
  • Study a flexible and portable course, delivered by industry-experienced staff, that's offered on campus and online.

Entry requirements

Entry requirement for 0.5 years (full-time, or equivalent duration if available part-time):

  • AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent, or
  • Five years (full-time equivalent) of relevant professional work experience
Minimum Prior Qualification
Bachelor

Study locations

North Ryde

Online

Career pathways

Professions include:

  • Credit risk analyst
  • Finance manager
  • Financial adviser or analyst
  • Fintech manager
  • Fund manager
  • Investment adviser
  • Mortgage broker
  • Risk management specialist
  • Stockbroker

Course structure

This graduate certificate comprises of one essential unit (10 credit points) and three elective units (30 credit points).

Refer to the Course Structure for more information and details on specific units.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at Macquarie University.
82.1%
Overall satisfaction
85.3%
Skill scale
66.3%
Teaching scale
92.6%
Employed full-time
$140k
Average salary