Victoria University
Graduate Certificate in Finance
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationMore than ever, businesses need strong financial foundations to grow, to defend market positions, and to survive. Build on your current financial skillset or gain the financial skills to expand your horizons, the Graduate Certificate in Finance from VU Online will set you up for the next stage in your career.
The Graduate Certificate in Finance helps you to develop a toolkit for making sound financial decisions and to acquire the enterprise skills employers are looking for, and lays the foundation for further postgraduate study. This course covers four core areas of finance and financial management, equipping you with the understanding and industry knowledge to add provable value to organisations of all sizes.
Delivery mode
Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a similar discipline; OR
- Applicants with a minimum five (5) years approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course.
Advanced Standing
- If you've previously successfully completed any of the units in the course you have enrolled in, or their equivalent, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
- If you've otherwise gained skills and knowledge that are relevant to your course, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in 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...
Credit Manager
A Credit Manager oversees the processing of loan applications for a bank, financial broker or other financial institution. You might manage a team...
Finance Director
A Finance Director oversees the financial health of an organisation. You might work in a corporate setting, a non-profit, or government agency. Fin...
Finance Manager
A Finance Manager oversees financial and accounting activities for a business or organisation. You might manage budgets and develop financial strat...
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...
Fund Manager
A Fund Manager looks after financial dealings on behalf of clients. You might manage bank accounts, make investments or buy and sell shares. Fund M...
About Victoria University
For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.
VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.
Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.
We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.
