Master of Finance (Professional)

Duration: 92 weeks

Description

The Master of Finance (Professional) program is designed for business professionals whose career progression demands greater knowledge of the finance industry. Students complete 12 subjects and a 20-week Work Integrated Learning component.

Bond University’s practical teaching style prepares you for work in the following areas: investment banking; stockbroking; foreign exchange trading; commercial lending; portfolio management; dealing with complex securities such as futures; options and swaps; treasury management; company valuation; strategic planning mergers and takeovers; property management; risk management; corporate structuring; and financial planning.

Work Integrated Learning

Work Integrated Learning is designed to promote and support student learning, personal development and professional practice. The subject focuses on developing self-analysis and reflective learning skills, and applying theoretical solutions for practical workplace problems. Course content includes employability, Australian culture, workplace culture, economic structure and business institutions. Students participate in a series of experiential exercises that may include field trips, guest lectures from industry leaders and projects. Please contact the Faculty of Business for further information.

Work Experience & Internships

Some students without practical workplace experience, or with workplace experience in a field different from their studies, may consider undertaking an internship as part of their Master of Finance (Professional) degree. Internships and work placements are subject to permission from the Faculty.

Professional Outcomes

Potential employers of Master of Finance (Professional) graduates include: commercial banks; merchant and investment banks; portfolio managers; superannuation funds; insurance companies; stockbrokers; security analysis and the treasury and corporate finance division of major corporations.

Bond University is registered with Australian Securities Investment Commission for RG 146 compliance. Students must complete FINC71-600 Managerial Finance and FINC71-318 Personal Investments if they wish to meet the RG 146 compliance.

Program Details

Label	Detail
Type:	Masters Coursework
Mode:	On campus
Starting Semester/s	2013 January 2013 May 2013 September 2014 January 2014 May 2014 September
Faculty/School:	Business
Program Code:	BN-13115
CRICOS Code:	077989B