| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-28 | - |
| 2024-07-25 | - |
Program Overview
The Master of Finance and Banking is a coursework master's program designed to prepare students for careers in the financial services industry. The program focuses on how individuals, financial institutions, businesses, and governments make borrowing, lending, and investment decisions. Students will learn how to identify, analyze, and interpret financial information and use industry-relevant databases and software. The program requires students to complete 10 core units and 2 elective units.
Program Outline
Outline:
- The Master of Finance and Banking is a coursework Masters designed for students seeking a comprehensive postgraduate degree in applied finance and financial management.
- The course prepares students to work in the dynamic financial services industry.
- The course focuses on how individuals, financial institutions, businesses, and governments make borrowing, lending, and investment decisions.
- Students will learn how to identify, analyze, and interpret financial information and use industry-relevant databases and software.
- The financial services industry demands graduates who can think critically and have an analytical approach to problem-solving; attributes that students will develop through this course.
Course Structure:
- Students are required to complete 10 core units and 2 elective units.
Core Units:
- Business Finance
- Quantitative Skills for Business
- Accounting Concepts and Applications
- Economic Analysis for Business
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Credit and Lending Decisions
- Risk Management in Banking
- Financial Analysis and Modelling
- Investment Management
- International Finance
- Management Practicum
- Corporate Accounting and Reporting
- Business Analytics for Accounting and Finance
- Principles of Contract and Corporate Law in Business
- Fixed Income Securities
- Derivative Securities
Edith Cowan University
Overview:
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a public university located in Western Australia. It is known for its commitment to providing a high-quality student experience and its focus on research and innovation. ECU is a relatively young institution, established in 1991, but has quickly gained a global reputation for its academic excellence.
Services Offered:
ECU offers a range of services to support students, including:
Future student events:
On-campus and online sessions to help students decide on their course of study.Scholarships:
A variety of scholarships are available for eligible applicants.My-Uni-Start:
A platform for students to respond to their offer and begin their ECU experience.Career support:
Ongoing career support and access to industry contacts for alumni.Student Life and Campus Experience:
ECU boasts a vibrant campus life and offers a range of student experiences. The university has been recognized for its overall student experience, ranking highly among Australian universities.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High-quality teaching:
ECU is known for its high-quality teaching, as evidenced by its ranking in The Good Universities Guide.Global reputation:
Despite its young age, ECU has established a strong global reputation, ranking among the world's best universities under 50 years old.State-of-the-art facilities:
ECU is investing in new facilities, including the upcoming ECU City campus, which will be a dynamic landmark in Perth's CBD.Strong research community:
ECU has a vibrant research community, actively supporting student and staff researchers.Academic Programs:
Other:
Indigenous recognition:
ECU is committed to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff.Industry partnerships:
ECU collaborates with a wide range of industry partners, including businesses, government agencies, and community organizations.Philanthropic support:
The ECU Foundation attracts support from individuals, alumni, and businesses.Employment opportunities:
ECU offers a variety of employment opportunities for staff and graduates.Entry Requirements:
- Bachelor degree; or
- Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
Language Proficiency Requirements
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
