Australian National University

Master of Applied Finance

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 18 Months
  • Course Type: Master's

Prepare yourself to succeed in the financial marketplace.

Course overview

This program is for you if you intend to become a specialist in finance or a professional offering advice in this area.

As a student, you will be challenged to solve a variety of financial problems and develop a keen analytical mind, which will prove invaluable in the fast-changing world of finance. As a Master of Applied Finance graduate from the Australian National University, you will be highly sought-after by employers both in Australia and around the world.

Key facts

Delivery
Face to Face
Course Type
Master's
Duration
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Can be studied part time
18 Months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From $4,690
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The estimated per units fees are calculated based on the annual average first year fee. It applies to a full time study load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units).
Campus
Acton
Intake
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Units
12
Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
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What you will study

The Master of Applied Finance requires the completion of 72 units, which must consist of:

Core subjects

Compulsory courses

60 units from completion of compulsory courses from the following list:

  • Financial Statements and Reporting (six units)
  • Applied Valuation (six units)
  • Applied Portfolio Construction (six units)
  • Applied Derivatives (six units)
  • Applied Foundations of Finance (six units)
  • Applied Corporate Finance (six units)
  • Applied Investments (six units)
  • Topics in International Finance (six units)
  • Regression Modelling (six units)
  • Introductory Statistics for Business and Finance (six units)
Electives

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to the course, applicants must present one of the following:

  • A bachelor's degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5.0/7.0, with courses in at least one cognate area. 
  • An ANU Graduate Certificate of Finance and Actuarial Statistics (Finance Specialisation) with a minimum GPA of 4.5/7.00. 

Ranking and English language proficiency: At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry. In line with the university's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors. Applicants will first be ranked on a GPA ('GPA1') that is calculated using all but the last semester (or equivalent) of the bachelor's degree used for admission purposes. If required, ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of one of the following:

  • A GPA ('GPA2') calculated on the penultimate and antepenultimate semesters (or equivalent) of the bachelor's degree used for admission purposes.
  • Demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency.

Prior to enrolment in this ANU program, all students who gain entry will have their bachelor's degree reassessed to confirm minimum requirements were met.

Recognition of Prior Learning

You may be able to get credit for your course based on prior formal, non-formal or informal learning. To apply, you will need to provide supporting documentation outlined by the university. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

  • Describe the three ideas underpinning finance: the time value of money, diversification and arbitrage.
  • Critically assess the application of these three ideas to corporate financial decision-making, investment decisions and portfolio management, derivatives and risk management, portfolio construction, corporate valuation, and debt markets.
  • Use strong cognitive, technical and communication skills in interpreting, analysing and evaluating financial information and problems.
  • Use professional abilities that will enhance research and analytical skills. 

Fees and FEE-HELP

Annual indicative fee in 2025: $37,520 (domestic full-fee paying place)

A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of units studied per term.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

All students are required to pay a services and amenities fee.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.