Finance at Murdoch University

Course Description

This degree could lead you to a big role with a big salary package – but that’s not the only option. Depending on your life goals, you could find your rewards in not-for-profit organisations, government agencies or start-ups.

You’ll learn to explore business opportunities, analyse problems and find solutions. Learn how to make informed decisions and shape business interactions in a creative, confident and ethical way.

You’ll learn to understand capital investment, cost of capital, sources of funds, dividend policy, working capital management, efficient capital markets, portfolio management, the use of options, futures, forward exchange contracts and more.

7 reasons to study Finance at Murdoch

• Work with real international organisations on real projects as part of our work integrated learning program.
• Earn over $1,000 per week when you graduate*.
  *Source: joboutlook.wa.gov 2018
• Join a growing industry. Very strong future growth is expected for financial brokers*.
  *Source: Australian Government Job Outlook
• Build your network of contacts by becoming a member of professional bodies and associations through our industry connections.
• Learn from experts in finance as they share their experience and insights from a range of perspectives.
• Study two majors in three years and graduate with two specialisations, further enhancing your career prospects.
• Learn how to identify business opportunities, analyse problems and make vital business decisions.

What you’ll learn

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

• investment analysis
• international finance
• corporate finance
• finance law
• treasury management.

Your future career

With this qualification, you can pursue career opportunities across the world in stockbroking, insurance and banking, and in public, private or not-for profit organisations.

Careers could include:

• Credit Manager
• Financial Analyst or Manager
• Investment Strategist
• Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
• Finance Broker.