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Graduate Certificate in Finance Online in Australia

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UNSW Online - Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance

The 100% online Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance from UNSW is an introductory course that forms part of a larger master's program. You don't need a business degree to join. Students learn concepts and principles to do with the financial management of organisations. You apply knowledge to real-world examples, helping you to appreciate how financial concepts can be used to shape business decisions. The 4-subject course can be completed in as little as 8 months of accelerated study, with students moving onto a new subject every 2 months. Topics include corporate financial management, investment strategies, and global practices.

UNSW Online - Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology

The Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology from UNSW Online is an excellent choice for working professionals interested in enhancing their FinTech capabilities. Gain advanced skills in specified areas or lay a solid foundation for further studies. Within the course, you can select four subjects from a pool of ten available in the master's program. Topics include technical tools for FinTech, data management, technological disruption, and robo-advisory and portfolio optimisation. Delivered in 7-week blocks, you can complete the course in as little as eight months part-time. After finishing, you can progress to a graduate diploma or a master's degree in applied finance.

What You'll Study (Course Structure)

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The four subjects you do are usually some combination of core subjects and elective units. At UNSW Online, every finance postgraduate student takes Corporate Finance, International Finance, and Investments. Elective choices include Derivatives, Equity Valuation, Ethics and Professional Standards, and Private Equity and Venture Capital.

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements vary by university. A relevant degree is generally a sufficient qualification. In some cases, any degree will suffice. Without a degree, you need to provide evidence of relevant professional experience.

AT UNSW Online, you need a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline OR at least 3 years of work experience related to business, banking or finance. Fully online courses are unsuitable for international students wishing to study in Australia on a student visa.

FEE-HELP loans are automatically available for eligible Australian students. Study now and pay back tuition fees gradually based on your annual taxable income.

FAQs

† Online courses are available in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra, Gold Coast, Newcastle. Australia-wide.