The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThis major is for anyone who wants to work in banking and finance, investment and portfolio management, corporate finance, risk assessment or business analysis.
It will teach you how to use research methods to understand financial problems, as well as debt and equity capital markets, funds management, real estate as an asset class, and private equity.
You’ll gain an understanding of behavioural finance, and how this underpins financial decision-making, including trading strategies, investment decisions, managerial behaviour, and institutional frictions that influence economic outcomes.
Graduates enjoy careers in corporate finance, investment banking, mergers and acquisitions, and management and financial consulting.
Delivery mode
The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent):
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C)
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) will prepare you for the following roles.
Banker
A Banker carries out a range of tasks in a bank or financial institution such as a credit union or building society. You might process bank transac...
Financial Advisor
A Financial Advisor develops strategies to help clients reach their financial goals. You might work with individual clients, small businesses or la...
Financial Planner
A Financial Planner offers professional advice to clients on how they might reach their financial goals. You might make recommendations based on yo...
Risk Analyst
A Risk Analyst analyses information and data to assess risk. You might work in banking, insurance or a range of other industries. Risk Analysts mak...
Asset Manager
An Asset Manager oversees investment portfolios to maximise returns for clients. You might work in financial institutions, investment firms, or rea...
Finance Manager
A Finance Manager oversees financial and accounting activities for a business or organisation. You might manage budgets and develop financial strat...
Financial Analyst
A Financial Analyst interprets financial data and provides recommendations on financial activity. You might look at general financial markets or ex...
Investment Analyst
An Investment Analyst evaluates financial data and trends to provide investment recommendations. You might work in financial institutions, investme...
Credit Officer
A Credit Officer processes applications for credit from potential borrowers. You might work for a bank, other financial institution or for a lendin...
About The University of Queensland
The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.
Our core purpose is to deliver for the public good through excellence in education, research and engagement with our communities and partners: local, national and global.
At UQ, we offer rich and varied educational experiences that are designed to foster a sense of belonging, while equipping our students to be leaders within their field with the agility to thrive in a global environment.
