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Graduate Certificate in Finance

Are you looking for a career in corporate banking and finance, stock market trading, insurance, investment management and other areas of applied finance?
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Careers and further study

Accelerate your career within the resources sector, or find a way in to the sector to begin your managerial career in resources.

Career Pathways

Finance graduates are in demand across a range of industries such as consulting, corporate finance, financial planning, financial risk management, funds management, insurance, and investment banking.

Graduate Careers Australia lists the financial services industry as the fourth largest sector of the Australian economy, accounting for more than eight per cent of Gross Domestic Product and employing nearly 400,000 people.
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Career Pathways

Finance graduates are in demand across a range of industries such as consulting, corporate finance, financial planning, financial risk management, funds management, insurance, and investment banking.

Graduate Careers Australia lists the financial services industry as the fourth largest sector of the Australian economy, accounting for more than eight per cent of Gross Domestic Product and employing nearly 400,000 people.
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Career Opportunities

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Career Opportunities

Actuary

Develop and apply actuarial, mathematical, statistical and quantitative methods to solve problems in business, finance, research and engineering.

Chief Executive

Create, direct and review the programs and operations of organisations, represent constituencies in parliaments and local government authorities.

Corporate Treasurer

Manage corporate funding, liquidity and financial risk associated with the profitable development and operation of an organisation.

Credit and Loans Officer

Evaluate and process applications for credit or loans, control and process accounts in commercial enterprises.

Finance Manager

Use your skills to plan, direct and coordinate financial and accounting activities of organisations.

Financial Broker

Trade commodities and arrange insurance and loans of money on behalf of clients as an independent agent.

Financial Dealer

Conduct financial market transactions on behalf of clients and offer advice on financial matters.

Financial Institution Branch Manager

Direct the local activities of bank branches, building societies and credit unions.

Financial Investment Adviser

Develop and implement financial plans and advise on tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans and real estate.

Financial Market Dealer

Buy and sell securities within financial markets and trade and distribute financial securities on behalf of financial institutions.

Investment Banker

Make informed decisions on behalf of your clients to ensure the best return on their financial investments.

Management Consultant

Examine organisational structures, methods, systems and procedures to solve organisational problems and streamline efficiency.

Policy Analyst

Guide design, implementation and modification of government and commercial operations and programs through policy.

Policy and Planning Manager

Direct development of policy advice and strategic planning within government agencies, community not-for-profit organisations or companies.

Program or Project Manager

Coordinate programs, special projects and support services, including management of staff and resources to ensure project completion is on time and within budget.

Further Study

This course can serve as an entry point into the Master of Applied Finance or Master of Commerce (subject to students achieving a weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent).
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Further Study

This course can serve as an entry point into the Master of Applied Finance or Master of Commerce (subject to students achieving a weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent).

Fees and scholarships

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Postgraduate - fee paying students

Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.

Course Credit Points
24
Total Course Fee - 2019
$15,750.00
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Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Cost of living

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Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

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Admission requirements

If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA*; and either:
(a) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 percent;
or
(b) a valid Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) of no more than 5 years old with a score of at least 550 ;
or
(c) at least five years of relevant, documented professional experience considered by UWA (following an interview and assessment process) to be sufficient to permit satisfactory completion of the course.*
*including an Introductory Financial Accounting unit or equivalent
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Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA*; and either:
(a) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 percent;
or
(b) a valid Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) of no more than 5 years old with a score of at least 550 ;
or
(c) at least five years of relevant, documented professional experience considered by UWA (following an interview and assessment process) to be sufficient to permit satisfactory completion of the course.*
*including an Introductory Financial Accounting unit or equivalent

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
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Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

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Course details

UWA’s postgraduate courses in finance are designed to provide you with a practical grounding in the finance area.

About The Course

This course will equip you to apply technical knowledge and skills to a variety of finance problems, such as capital investment decisions, investment analysis, and the management of option portfolios.
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About The Course

This course will equip you to apply technical knowledge and skills to a variety of finance problems, such as capital investment decisions, investment analysis, and the management of option portfolios.
The course comprises one core unit (Introduction to Finance) and three option units.


This course can serve as an entry point into the Master of Applied Finance or Master of Commerce (subject to students achieving a weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent).
Graduate Certificate in Finance

Quick Details

Status
  • Available 2019
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12 hours per unit per week (comprising 3 hours of contact time and 9 hours of individual study)
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 41250
CRICOS code
  • 097870G
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Graduate Certificate in Finance

Quick Details

Status
  • Available 2019
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12 hours per unit per week (comprising 3 hours of contact time and 9 hours of individual study)
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 41250
CRICOS code
  • 097870G
Full time/part time duration
  • 6 months
Degrees course is available in
  • Graduate Certificate in Finance

Course Structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

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