Masters (Coursework)
The Master of Finance Master of Financial Planning is a double degree that covers the distinct but connected domains of finance and financial planning. The discipline of finance covers the management, creation and study of money and investments. It addresses broad financing and investment issues relevant to individuals, companies and governments. It also incorporates the overall finance system and addresses issues such as the structure and regulation of markets. Financial planning is a related discipline that addresses personal finance decisions and determines how individuals will achieve strategic goals and objectives. It draws on many of the fundamental skills in mainstream finance and incorporates regulatory, legal and taxation concepts. The double degree seeks to provide students with a depth and breadth of understanding in finance and financial planning. The double degree provides a well-rounded education and a more skilled financial practitioner. The skills complement each other and reinforce themes of market efficiency, integrity, ethical behaviour, sustainability, and stability.
The course is intended for people who aspire to work in the finance industry and/or become financial planners. The career options include management-level positions in industry or government. The program has been designed to satisfy the academic qualification requirements according to the current regulatory framework.
The course comprises 96 credit points, made up of seven core finance subjects (totalling 42 credit points) and eleven core financial planning subjects (totalling 54 credit points).