Western Sydney University

Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Get ready to take the next step in your career in finance, banking, funds management, property investment and corporate treasuries. Reach your unlimited potential. With a Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance from Western.

This postgraduate degree gives you the technical knowledge you need to thrive in an evolving and increasingly sophisticated financial environment.

Gives you opportunities to put your newfound knowledge into practice. Offers you access to academics and business leaders with real-world experience of the financial sector. Prepares you to take the world by storm.

Delivery mode

Western Sydney University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 169 Macquarie Street, Parramatta

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline;

Or Have an Associate Degree, or higher, in a business discipline;

Or Have an advanced diploma, or higher, in a business discipline and have a minimum of five years general work experience in a related field;

Or Have a minimum of three years full-time equivalent managerial/professional work experience in a related field;

Or Submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.

Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.

Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline;

Or Have an Associate Degree, or higher, in a business discipline;

Or Have an advanced diploma, or higher, in a business discipline and have a minimum of five years general work experience in a related field;

Or Have a minimum of three years full-time equivalent managerial/professional work experience in a related field;

Or Submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.

Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.

English Language Entry Requirements

  • IELTS (ACADEMIC VERSION): 6.5 overall score, Minimum 6.0 in each subtest
  • TOEFL INTERNET-BASED SCORE: Total score 82, Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13
  • PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH (PTE) ACADEMIC: 58 overall, No communication skills less than 50
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $33,336 - $35,016 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$33,336
Full Fee Tuition:
$35,016
Enquire with Western Sydney University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $33,336 - $35,016 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance will prepare you for the following roles.

About Western Sydney University

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Choosing a degree is your first step on the path to achieving your dreams. Western offers a range of study options within the arts and humanities, social sciences, cultural studies, computing, and entrepreneurial business and management.

Western is also committed to providing a range of education pathways, support services and student success programs to suit everyone. Open up to a world of possibilities and start your journey today.