University of New South Wales
Master of Financial Analysis
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Master of Financial Analysis is a specialist qualification that builds on your prior degree and substantial studies in accounting and/or finance. It will extend your understanding and abilities in financial analysis, giving you a solid grounding in high-level skills for the development of a wide range of careers, such as investment analysis, funds management, chief financial officer role or almost any career involving business analysis. It draws on cutting-edge teaching and research from UNSW Business School which is ranked 1st in Australia and top 21 worldwide for Accounting & Finance.
You will develop your strategy skills, risk analysis and management, valuation, and project development/management. A large range of courses gives you the flexibility to tailor your study to meet your individual professional development needs.
Delivery mode
University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- UNSW Sydney, High St, Kensington
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- A recognised bachelor degree with 2nd class lower division honours or higher (or equivalent qualification) in Finance, Accounting, or a closely related discipline, as determined by the UNSW Australia Business School; or
- A recognised graduate certificate or graduate diploma (or equivalent qualification) in a cognate discipline with a credit average or higher, as determined by the UNSW Australia Business School; or
- A recognised bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in a cognate discipline with a minimum of 7 courses in either Finance or Accounting and a credit average, as determined by the UNSW Australia Business School; or
- A recognised bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in a finance-related or accounting-related discipline with a credit average or higher, two years of full-time equivalent of professional postgraduate experience[1] with at least one year of professional work experience in a finance or accounting role in an organisation, and membership of a recognised professional association, as determined by the UNSW Australia Business School.
NOTE: In exceptional circumstances, applications may be considered for entry where the applicant has other relevant qualifications and experience not listed. This is in accordance with UNSW Policy and Procedure on Recognition of Prior Learning. Applicants will need to demonstrate that they have achieved the same knowledge and skills (learning outcomes) through their formal or informal learning as the qualifications listed for entry for this program.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Financial Analysis will prepare you for the following roles.
Credit Risk Analyst
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Data Analyst
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Financial Analyst
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Financial Risk Manager
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Quantitative Analyst
A Quantitative Analyst applies mathematical and statistical techniques to analyse financial data and support decision-making in financial markets....
Investment Banker
An Investment Banker assists clients in managing their finances, focusing on investments, mergers, and acquisitions. You might work in an investmen...
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