查尔斯特大学

Gain a competitive edge in a critical function of business sustainability with the Master of Applied Finance from Charles Sturt University.

Globally recognised and accredited, our course prepares you for senior leadership positions across the finance industry.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

Course highlights

The lifeblood of organisations, finance strategy and operations are increasingly challenged in today's fast-paced environment. Businesses require staff with technical, analytical and conceptual skills in finance, credit analysis, investment, markets, internationalisation and financial management. The Master of Applied Finance offers you the formal knowledge, capabilities and competencies in finance with options to specialise in banking, financial planning or estate planning.

Build skills for future industry requirements

Recently redesigned in collaboration with professionals in the finance and financial services sectors, the course meets the needs of the industry and blends the best in current finance theory with industry practice. The revised course also offers you greater flexibility and subject choice. We design our subjects with input from industry professionals to ensure our courses meet the academic requirements for accreditation with key professional bodies including CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, and the Financial Planning Association. The Financial Planning specialisation has been mapped against the FASEA and Financial Planning Education Council (FPEC) accreditation framework. If you complete this specialisation, you will also be eligible for advanced standing in the CFP® Certification Program (leading to the Certified Financial Planner® designation).

Tailor your study to your career goals

With a course structure offering streamlined options to deliver the best possible finance course and career outcomes, as well as elective options available from a host of postgraduate finance and business subjects, the Master of Applied Finance will cater to your interests and career.

Learn from industry leaders

The course is delivered by a cohort of industry and academic leaders who are supported by well-researched curriculum and teaching methods. Our lecturers have a wide range of industry experience and our courses are designed and continually reviewed with input from industry experts.

At your own place and pace

Study online and choose between full-time and part-time options to fit in with work and lifestyle commitments. You could choose to study one subject per session or, in consultation with your Course Director, complete up to four subjects per session, allowing you to fast-track your degree. Subjects are taught using a range of learning techniques, which include online education study materials, video-captured lectures, online meetings, subject forums and additional study resources.

Career opportunities

Charles Sturt University's Master of Applied Finance provides you with many exciting career opportunities. It is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to apply advanced knowledge to finance challenges and perform competently in careers in banking and financial services, funds management, treasury and financial markets, estate planning and/or wealth management. The course is fully articulated to develop advanced analytical and decision-making skills in finance required at senior management levels.