RMIT University
Master of Finance
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Gain an in-demand set of skills that you can apply in the real world to help shape the future of finance.
Course overview
From sustainable finance to fintech, the Master of Finance keeps pace with the very latest trends in the finance industry — serving up a rich and relevant curriculum designed to prepare you for a rewarding career.
This degree not only covers all the essential elements of finance, financial modelling, econometrics, trading, research and the analysis of financial markets, but it also develops soft skills to help you stand out. Highlights of the Master of Finance include the industry-led debating challenge, the CFA Institute Research Challenge and RMIT's finance career day.
Key facts
July, 2026
What you will study
This degree comprises of 16 courses or 192 credit points. All courses listed may not be available each semester.
Core courses
Complete the following courses:
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Managerial Finance
- Quantitative Financial Methods and Modelling
- Global Financial Markets and Institutions
- Corporate Financial Management
- Financial Econometrics
- Fixed Income Securities and Credit Analysis
AND
Select and complete one 12 credit point course from the Option Course List.
Entry requirements
Two-year duration
- Applicants must have an Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent), or higher-level qualification, in any discipline from a recognised tertiary institution.
1.5-year duration (with advanced standing)
Applicants must have one of the following:
- An Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent), or higher-level qualification, in a business or related discipline from a recognised tertiary institution.
- An Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent), or higher-level qualification, from a recognised tertiary institution in any discipline, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience.
- RMIT's Graduate Certificate in Finance.
One-year duration (with advanced standing)
- Applicants must have an Australian bachelor's honours degree, with a major in finance or a cognate discipline or equivalent.
Notes:
- You do not need to make a separate application for advanced standing (1.5-year duration). RMIT will assess your eligibility for advanced standing as part of your course application. However, if you would also like to be assessed for Recognition of Prior Learning, you must submit a detailed CV with your application. All assessments are made on a case-by-case basis.
- Suppose your qualification was completed more than 10 years ago. In that case, you will need to provide evidence of ongoing professional work and/or professional development in the same discipline as the program for which you are seeking entry.
English language requirements
You must meet the University’s minimum English language requirements for postgraduate coursework programs to be eligible for a place in this program. Contact the university for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have successfully completed previous studies, with a major in a business or related discipline, or an unrelated discipline with two years of relevant work experience, you may be eligible for credit towards your degree in the form of master's advanced standing or recognition of prior learning. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
On successful completion of this program, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate a broad, critical and practical understanding of contemporary issues and practices in business.
- Apply concepts, principles, theories and methods in the areas of finance, risk management, legal practice and corporate governance to contribute to the implementation of an organisation's financial goals.
- Critically analyse and evaluate financial models to resolve problems using various solutions drawn from theories.
- Pursue continuous personal development and knowledge and skills relating to a business career.
- Engage with business activities in a socially responsible and ethical manner.
- Communicate ideas, intentions and outcomes clearly, negotiate issues and resolve conflicts in bilateral and team settings using appropriate communication modes for specialists and non-specialist audiences.
- Collaborate with others effectively, including in teams, in the workplace and in culturally or linguistically diverse contexts.
- Apply research principles and methods to design innovative options and solutions for and make reasoned judgements about, problems and issues in contemporary business practice.
- Apply and integrate professional theory with practice in authentic Work Integrated Learning (WIL) contexts, professional contexts and industry settings.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $37,440 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Additional expenses:
Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): $365 maximum fee for 2026.
Other items related to your program include field trips, textbooks and equipment.
The amounts quoted are indicative fees per annum and are based on a standard year of full-time study (96 credit points). A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load. Fees are adjusted on an annual basis. These fees should only be used as a guide.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.