Masters (Coursework)
The Master of Finance Global Investment and Trade specialisation focuses on advanced financial theory and its application to critical issues and policy challenges facing the world's institutions, global finance and international financial markets.
You will develop the skills and expertise to analyse critical financial data and make informed decisions in a global context. You will study courses in international finance and trade and graduate with the knowledge and practical skills required for employment in a modern globalised financial sector.
Under the guidance of our highly-experienced research professionals, you will strengthen your research and analytical skills. You can also choose to enhance your business consulting skills and professional experience through 150 hours of business placement in Australia or overseas.
You will also have the opportunity to learn in our state-of-the-art Iress Trading Room on campus, which includes a market data feed and financial analysis tools - the same technology used by the world's leading banks and investment firms.UniSA Business is the only business school in South Australia accredited by both AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EFMD (EQUIS) - the world's leading accreditation bodies recognising excellence in business education and research at a global level. These dual accreditations demonstrate the high standards we hold across all areas such as teaching, student learning and research, as well as our commitment to continually improving the quality of our programs.
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.
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:
1Job Outlook Australia Career Profiles: Finance Managers.