Applied Finance Adelaide University

Overview

Throughout the Applied Finance course from Adelaide University you’ll study courses that are accredited by the world’s leading finance bodies. Core courses will further your knowledge in accounting and finance topics like quantitative methods, economic and finance principles and accounting concepts and methods. Other topics cover specialised areas in equity valuation, fixed income securities and ethics of finance and accounting.

You’ll also have the opportunity to choose electives that are aligned to your individual interests. Perhaps you’ll navigate the world of corporate finance – or dive into Blockchain Crypto and big data.

Other electives include areas such as:

• Behavioural finance
• Financial modelling techniques
• Financial statement analysis
• Fintech and disruption in financial services
• Real estate valuation and investment
• International financial management.

Assessments will include exams, group assignments, research projects, consulting projects, presentations and quizzes.

Career opportunities:

Our Master of Applied Finance will equip you with advanced financial skills and knowledge, opening a wide range of career opportunities in the finance industry. You might work on high-profile financial transactions, managing investment portfolios and providing strategic financial advice to corporations and high-net-worth individuals. Maybe you’ll develop financial strategy, managing corporate finances and influencing business decisions. Perhaps you’ll launch a global career working in a major financial centre like New York.

You’ll be prepared for roles spanning the financial services sector, including in banks, investment institutions, capital market dealers and financial planning consultancies.

You could also become a:

• Financial analyst
• Investment consultant
• Business manager.