Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours) with a major in Finance is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in banking, investment, corporate finance, risk assessment, or business analysis. This program teaches students to use research methods to understand financial problems, including debt and equity capital markets, funds management, real estate, and private equity.

Program Details

• The program covers various aspects of finance, including:
  • Corporate Finance
  • Banking and Lending Decisions
  • International Financial Management
  • Derivatives and Risk Management
• Students will gain an understanding of behavioural finance and its impact on financial decision-making, including trading strategies, investment decisions, and institutional frictions that influence economic outcomes.

Career Possibilities

Graduates of this program can pursue careers in:

• Financial analysis
• Investment banking
• Corporate banking
• Portfolio management
• Risk management
• Mergers and acquisitions
• Financial consulting

Average Annual Salary Range

• Investment Analyst: $120,000 - $140,000
• Mergers and Acquisitions Manager: $155,000 - $175,000

How You'll Learn

The program features a range of learning experiences, including:

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Work placements
• Seminars

What You'll Study

A sample of the courses you could study includes:

• Corporate Finance
• Banking and Lending Decisions
• International Financial Management
• Derivatives and Risk Management

Highlights

• Ranked 1st in Queensland for accounting and finance (QS World University Rankings 2025)