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Program overview

  • Pave the way to success by becoming a respected leader in finance, setting the standard as a financial trailblazer.
  • Learn about the different aspects of our financial system, institutions and instruments.
  • Gain advanced technical expertise in financial products and markets, capital investments, equity and debt management, investments, and risk management.
  • Develop proficiency in valuation analysis, portfolio construction, and risk management strategies to navigate complex financial environments effectively.
  • Be taught by award-winning academics and industry leaders who bring valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
  • Complete this 2-year program in 1.5 years if you have a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field. See entry requirements for details.

Program overview

  • Pave the way to success by becoming a respected leader in finance, setting the standard as a financial trailblazer.
  • Learn about the different aspects of our financial system, institutions and instruments.
  • Gain advanced technical expertise in financial products and markets, capital investments, equity and debt management, investments, and risk management.
  • Develop proficiency in valuation analysis, portfolio construction, and risk management strategies to navigate complex financial environments effectively.
  • Be taught by award-winning academics and industry leaders who bring valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
  • Complete this 2-year program in 1.5 years if you have a bachelor degree in business or a related field. See entry requirements for details.

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What to expect

The finance industry is ever-evolving and fast-paced, shaped by market trends, economic factors, and transformative innovations such as blockchain, fintech, and AI. When you work in finance, no two days are the same, and every day presents new and exciting opportunities.

This program caters to individuals with limited finance experience who wish to pivot their careers or progress into managerial finance roles. It covers foundational topics in managerial finance and economics, progressing to advanced studies in corporate finance, security analysis, portfolio management, trading, and risk management.

Throughout the program, you will enhance your finance knowledge, extending it to the context of making capital budgeting decisions. You will analyse complex real-world situations and select appropriate capital budgeting techniques. Moreover, you will identify and discuss the complexities inherent in corporate capital budgeting decisions, drawing on empirical evidence related to these decisions.

The program also offers a unique opportunity to explore real-world investment practices and challenges, utilizing actual datasets in our Economics and Finance Bloomberg Lab. Our lab provides access to real-time financial data from Bloomberg, a leading provider for top financial institutions worldwide. Throughout your studies, you will deepen your comprehension of fixed-income securities, acquire strategies for portfolio management, and develop technical skills to navigate and mitigate risks. Additionally, you'll gain insights into alternative assets, extending beyond the conventional focus on equities and fixed income to include real estate, commodities, and hedge funds.

Flexible delivery

Units in this postgraduate program are delivered using a mix of face-to-face, online and blended learning technologies. All course materials are placed online including course lecture materials, practical session guides, readings and help guides.

Careers and outcomes

Careers and outcomes

Upon completing QUT's Master of Business (Applied Finance), you'll possess a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practice of finance and have substantial conceptual and applied finance knowledge. With this expertise, the degree will unlock numerous opportunities in finance, banking, and investment, providing a wide variety of career options.

Possible careers

  • Banking professional
  • Chief financial officer
  • Finance professor
  • Financial project manager
  • Fintech specialist
  • Hedge fund manager
  • Investment manager
  • Private equity executive
  • Stockbroker

Details and units

The Master of Business is designed in three blocks of study:

1. Foundation studies (48 credit points)
2. Discipline studies (96 credit points)
3. Complementary studies (48 credit points)

Students with an undergraduate degree that is not in Business or a related field of study will undertake 192 credit points of study commencing with Foundation studies.

Students who have completed an undergraduate degree in Business or related field of study with a minimum GPA of 4 (on a 7 point scale) will undertake 144 credit points of study in their course. 

The enrolment program students will undertake will depend on their prior study:

• Undergraduate degree in the same discipline as their chosen major: Students will commence their study in the Discipline studies block.

• Undergraduate Business degree in a different discipline to their chosen major: Students will commence their study in the Foundation studies block.

The Master of Business is designed in three blocks of study:

1. Foundation studies (48 credit points)
2. Discipline studies (96 credit points)
3. Complementary studies (48 credit points)

Students with an undergraduate degree that is not in Business or a related field of study will undertake 192 credit points of study commencing with Foundation studies.

Students who have completed an undergraduate degree in Business or related field of study with a minimum GPA of 4 (on a 7 point scale) will undertake 144 credit points of study in their course.

The enrolment program students will undertake will depend on their prior study:

• Undergraduate degree in the same discipline as their chosen major: Students will commence their study in the Discipline studies block.

• Undergraduate Business degree in a different discipline to their chosen major: Students will commence their study in the Foundation studies block.

Requirements

Course code
BS11
CRICOS code
085448J
Delivery
  • Online
  • Gardens Point
Delivery
  • Gardens Point
Duration
1 - 2 years full-time
3 - 4 years part-time
Duration
1.5 - 2 years full-time
Entry
February and July
Entry
February and July

Entry requirements

2 year program

You must have a recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale).

1.5 year program

You must have one of:

  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in business or a related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or

  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale) followed by at least seven years full-time (or equivalent) work experience in business or a related discipline.

1 year program

You must have one of:

  • A recognised bachelor honours degree in finance with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or

  • A recognised bachelor degree plus graduate certificate both in finance with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or

  • A recognised graduate diploma (or higher) in finance with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or

  • A recognised bachelor degree in finance with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale) followed by at least seven years full-time (or equivalent) work experience in finance.

Minimum academic requirements

Academic entry requirements

As part of QUT's application for admission process, you will be automatically assessed for the 1.5 year program. If you wish to be considered for the 2 year program only, please indicate this on your application form.

Master of Business - 1.5 year program

  • A completed recognised bachelor degree in business or related field with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale).

Master of Business - 2 year program

  • A completed recognised bachelor degree in any discipline with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale).

Pathway

Graduate Certificate in Business and Communication: Applicants with an overall IELTS score of 6 (Reading and Writing no less than 5.5 and no other sub-score below 5) (or accepted equivalent) may be considered for the Graduate Certificate / Masters pathway.

Minimum English language requirements

Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.

Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.

If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.

We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.

English Test Overall Listening Reading Writing Speaking
IELTS Academic / IELTS One Skills Retake 6.5 6 6 6 6
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
176 169 169 169 169
PTE Academic 58 50 50 50 50
TOEFL iBT / Paper 79 16 16 21 18

Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!

We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.

When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.

Advanced standing

If you have completed the Graduate Certificate in Business (Applied Finance) within the last seven years you will receive credit for 48 credit points. 

Advanced standing may also be available to students who have studied a related postgraduate program with another institution within the last five years.

Advanced standing

If you have completed the Graduate Certificate in Business (Applied Finance) within the last seven years you will receive credit for 48 credit points. 

Advanced standing may also be available to students who have within the last five years:

  • studied a related postgraduate program with another institution
  • professional work experience in a related field

Fees

Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.

2025 fees

2025: $35,200 per year full-time (96 credit points)

2025 fees

2025: $39,700 per year full-time (96 credit points)

2024 fees

2024: $32,600 per year full-time (96 credit points)

2024 fees

2024: $36,800 per year full-time (96 credit points)

Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

Find out more about postgraduate course fees

FEE-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees

You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a FEE-HELP loan.

Find out more about government loans

Scholarships

You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.

Browse all scholarships

Laurie Cowled Indigenous Scholarship for Business Students

A scholarship for future and current Indigenous female students enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate studies in business.

Scholarship eligibility
Indigenous Australian; Struggling financially; Women

Equity scholarships scheme

Scholarship eligibility
Struggling financially

International Merit Scholarship

Scholarship eligibility
Academic performance

QUT Real World International Scholarship

A scholarship to cover tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.

Scholarship eligibility
Academic performance

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