Current Students

Bachelor of Applied Finance

Department: Department of Accounting and Finance
Department of Economics
Course Type: Undergraduate
Degree Type: Single Degree
Double Degrees available
 

Key Features

This program is a specialist undergraduate finance program which provides a broad theoretical background in finance and specific technical skills that are required for many career opportunities in the finance industry. Units in the program apply current theory and analytical techniques to real finance industry situations. The program is taught by highly qualified and experienced staff who have a thorough understanding of finance industry practices.

Suitable For

Students wanting to gain a university qualification in specific finance areas.

Suggested Programs of Study

The list of suggested Programs of Study for the Bachelor of Applied Finance can be found in the Handbook.

For a list of Suggested Programs of Study organised by Subject, see Degrees by Subject

Career Opportunities

Bachelor of Applied Finance graduates are well qualified for employment in finance and banking both in Australia and internationally and have excellent career opportunities in specialist financial institutions, treasury and finance departments of large private companies, security and currency trading, portfolio management and general financial and investment advising.

Requirements

Entry Requirements:

A sound knowledge of mathematics.

Course Quota:

No

Work Experience Requirements:

No work experience required.

English Language Requirements:

Can be accessed from Macquarie International

Domestic Students:

UAI Requirements, Fees

International Students:

Course Entry Rank & fees, Course Entry Rank Calculator

Course Details

Minimum Course Duration:

3 Years

Mid Year Intake:

Yes

Course Commences:

March, July

Study Options:

Full-time/Part-time

Course Credit Point Value:

68

Subjects Per Year:

6-8

Enquiries:

Department of Accounting and Finance
Department of Economics

Recommended Prior Knowledge

Several core units in all finance programs  require a minimum HSC Mathematics Performance Band 2 or its equivalent. Students not meeting this standard will be required to enrol in an approved mathematics unit in their first semester of study. Mathematics Extension 1 or equivalent is recommended but not essential.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Applied Finance and associated double degrees have been approved by ASIC (Australian Securities and  Investments Commission) authorised assessors as meeting ASIC’s training  requirements in relation to PS 146 compliance for derivatives, financial planning, foreign exchange, general insurance, generic knowledge, life insurance, managed investments, securities and superannuation; subject to the  inclusion of appropriate units in the program of study.

Refer to the ASIC website for details of the training register, and to view RG 146 documentation.

For additional information contact Dr Roselyne Joyeux.

Program

Refer to the Handbook for the relevant study pattern or coherent study for this program.

PLEASE NOTE: It is essential that students refer to degree rules and official unit sequences in the University handbook to ascertain their official study program which will vary from the sample program listed here. The University Calendar can be found at  Macquarie University Handbook page.

It is highly recommended that students access the Macquarie University timetables website at least two weeks prior to enrolment to ensure a suitable schedule for lectures, tutorials and practical sessions for all enrolled units. Please note that new students are required to have their class timetable officially approved by an Academic Adviser upon enrolment and that it is subject to change due to class availability.