Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance focuses on developing fundamental knowledge and skills relating to the operation of financial markets, financial risk management and corporate treasury strategies.

You will gain an understanding of accounting standards, develop analytical skills for the evaluation of investment opportunities, and acquire knowledge of key institutions within the finance industry.

Career opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance at the University of Newcastle is a qualification that provides graduates with the fundamental understanding and practical skills to operate in the financial services sector. With your enhanced knowledge and capabilities, you will be able to produce high quality financial analysis; a commodity in demand in the current business environment.

The program equips students with essential analytical skills and financial management expertise to pursue a career in financial planning, securities analysis, stock brokering, funds management, banking and foreign exchange management just to name a few. This knowledge and skills underpin roles including:

Business Analyst
Business Relationship Manager
Finance Manager
Financial Analyst
Financial Planner
Investment Banker
Management Consultant
Portfolio Analyst

Stockbroker

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Corporate Finance

Financial and Management Accounting

Managing Under Uncertainty

Globalisation

Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Business Decision Making

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 6 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-17 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-01-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-29 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-01-05 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-26 00:00:00 , International

More details

International: It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester or trimester start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

40 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle, Australia

Disciplines

Economics Finance Commerce View 52 other Masters in Economics in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 032749A

Entry into the Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance (40 units) will be available for applicants who have:

3 year Bachelors Degree not in the discipline; or
3 year Diploma in the discipline; or
3 year Diploma not in the discipline + 1 year relevant business experience; or
2 year Diploma in the discipline + 2 years relevant business experience; or
2 year Diploma not in the discipline + 3 years relevant business experience; or
At least 5 years business experience.
Students will be required to successfully complete a Business Academic Skills Program (BASP) which will be of 6 weeks duration. The BASP will be non-fee based and can be completed concurrently with courses in the Graduate Certificate

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

20030 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20030 AUD per year during 6 months.
National

14375 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14375 AUD per year during 6 months.

If you have a Commonwealth Supported Place your study is supported by the Government
Full-fee domestic students pay vary depending on what you're studying

Living costs for Newcastle

1333 - 2400 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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