Program Overview

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Introduction to the Bachelor of Business in Finance

The Bachelor of Business with a major in Finance is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the necessary skills to obtain employment in areas such as stock broking, insurance, and banking, as well as prepare them for careers in finance in public and private sector organisations.

Key Information

Duration and Course Structure

The program is completed over 8 trimesters in 3 years or 6 trimesters in 2 years (fast-track), consisting of 24 units and 72 credit points.

Intake Dates

Intake dates are in January, May, and September.

Mode of Delivery

The program is delivered on campus.

Fees

The total fee for the entire course is AED 179,880, inclusive of VAT. Tuition fees exclude the cost of course study materials.

About the Bachelor of Business in Finance

The program covers a broad range of areas in corporate finance, treasury management, investment analysis, and international finance. Students will examine issues relevant to the corporate financial manager, including capital investment decisions, cost of capital, sources of funds, dividend policy, working capital management, efficient capital markets, portfolio management, and the use of options, futures, forward exchange contracts, and other derivative financial instruments.

Why Study Finance at Murdoch University

With a Bachelor of Business major in Finance from Murdoch University Dubai, students gain numerous advantages, including:

• The opportunity to work on real-world projects with international organisations as part of the work-integrated learning program.
• Building a network of contacts by becoming a member of professional bodies and associations through industry connections.
• The option to study two majors in three years and graduate with two specialisations, enhancing career advancement opportunities.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Business in Finance can pursue careers as:

• Financial Analyst
• Commercial Banker
• Investment Banking Analyst
• Finance Broker

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Business (B1367) includes:

Spine Units (9 cp)

• MSP100: Career Learning: Managing Your Career
• MSP200: Building Employability Skills
• COM203: Consulting and Freelancing

Course Core (15 cp)

• BSL165: Foundations of Business Law
• BUS123: Management in a Global Environment
• BUS124: Global Marketing
• BUS163: Introduction to Accounting
• BUS171: Foundation of Economics

Finance Major (24 cp)

• BSL201: Finance Law
• BUS140: Introduction to Finance
• BUS163: Introduction to Accounting
• BUS286: Corporate Finance
• BUS288: Treasury Management
• BUS329: Investment Analysis
• BUS330: International Finance
• BUS333: Derivative Securities

Options (27 cp)

Students can choose to complete a double major or select elective units to the value of 27 credit points, ensuring they satisfy pre-requisite requirements.

Recommended Double Majors

Recommended double majors include:

• Management
• Marketing
• Accounting
• Criminology
• Human Resource Management

Professional Recognition

Graduates are potentially eligible for associate membership of the Financial Services Institute of Australia (FINSIA). Students should contact FINSIA directly for specific requirements.

Academic Entry Requirements

Students must meet the minimum academic qualifications required for admission to this course.

English Language Entry Requirements

Students must demonstrate English language proficiency before being admitted to this course.

Faculty Profile Business

The Discipline Lead, Dr. Leena Wanganoo, is a distinguished academic leader with 30 years of experience. She oversees the Diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate business programs and teaches Global Business, Sustainability, and Strategic Management courses. Dr. Leena's research interests lie in Sustainable Management & Development and Service excellence strategy, and she is actively engaged in research and case study development.