This course offers advanced expertise in quantitative and qualitative finance across a broad range of industry relevant and specific areas of finance. The course is designed for recent finance graduates and professionals within the finance industry. The aim of this qualification is for the student to develop applied competence in the mastering, interpretation, reflecting on and application of principles in the broader field of finance. For those who pursue the research pathway through the minor dissertation, a qualifying student shows evidence of scientific research, application of scientific research methodologies and an ability to reflect thereon in the holistic context of finance.

An Australian bachelor's degree with a major in finance; or an Australian bachelor degree with significant work experience in the finance industry; or an equivalent qualification. Applicants will be ranked accordingly based on their entire academic record, and a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 65% is preferred. Students wishing to undertake the research pathway must maintain at least a 80% WAM and be accepted for entry by the Course Coordinator and the Higher Degrees Research Director.