Victoria University

Master of Business Administration (Finance)

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 24 months
  • Course Type: Master's

Build advanced business and leadership skills with specialised knowledge in financial analysis, corporate finance and financial management.

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Course overview

The Master of Business Administration (Finance) at Victoria University combines advanced business study with specialised knowledge in finance and financial management. You will strengthen your ability to analyse financial information, make strategic business decisions and lead across complex organisational environments.

Across 12 units, you will complete four specialist finance units alongside eight core MBA units. Specialist study covers financial analysis, accounting and financial management, corporate finance and advanced finance. Core study includes strategy, ethics and sustainability, marketing, human resource management, innovation, leadership and a Business Consulting capstone.

Delivered 100% online through VU Online, the course can be completed in a minimum of two years part-time. You study one unit at a time over seven-week study periods, with six study periods available each year.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Master's
Duration
24 months (Part time)
Price Per Unit
$4,155
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The estimated per-unit fee is calculated using the annual average first-year fee.
Intake
11th January, 2027
8th March, 2027
10th May, 2027
5th July, 2027
30th August, 2027
25th October, 2027
Units
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You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.

The unit total reflects the number of units required for course completion, not the total credit point weight. Some units may be double- or triple-weighted, so the number of units you complete may be lower.
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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

This course includes four specialist MBA (Finance) subjects and eight core business units. You will also complete a practical, multi-faceted capstone project. Each unit of study lasts for seven weeks.

  • Financial Analysis
  • Accounting and Financial Management
  • Corporate Finance
  • Advanced Finance
  • Business Consulting
  • Strategic Human Resource Management
  • Managing Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • Marketing Management
  • Business Ethics and Sustainability
  • Strategic Management and Business Policy
  • Art and Practice of Leadership
  • Supply and Demand Strategy for Pricing

Entry requirements

Applicants must have one of the following requirements:

  • Completion of an Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a similar discipline.
  • Completion of an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a similar discipline.
  • Completion of an Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline and five years of managerial experience.
  • Applicants without an undergraduate qualification may be admitted to the graduate certificate (in the same discipline) based on approved work experience. Upon completion of the graduate certificate, graduates will be eligible for admission to this course with credit granted for completed units.

Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae (CV).

Recognition of Prior Learning

You may be eligible for Advanced Standing based on relevant previous study or equivalent learning. Victoria University assesses whether completed units can be credited towards the course after you apply.

Outcomes

Step up to a middle or senior financial management role with an online MBA (Finance). Our graduates have undertaken diverse and rewarding career paths both locally and overseas.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Cost per unit in 2026: $4,155 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Total cost for 12 units in 2026: $49,860 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Student fees 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.

You may also need to pay the student 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.

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Emma Longuet

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