Master of Finance

Graduates of the Master of Finance will have:

1. Advanced theoretical and technical finance and investment knowledge in the areas such as corporate finance, equity, fixed income, derivatives and alternative investments, as well as wealth and portfolio management
2. Knowledge of the principles and methods that underpin research within the investment and finance field
3. Knowledge of ethical principles, standards and practices in investment profession. 

Advance your expertise with a Master of Finance and prepare for leadership in the global finance and investment industry. Designed for ambitious graduates and professionals, this postgraduate degree delivers advanced technical knowledge, quantitative capability and strategic insight for investment analysis, portfolio management and financial risk.

Whether you're entering the finance sector or accelerating your progression in the field, this masters degree equips you with the analytical tools and professional acumen needed to succeed in competitive financial markets.

Highlights of studying the Master of Finance

• Develop advanced skills in investment analysis, asset valuation and portfolio management.
• Master derivatives, risk management and fixed income markets.
• Build expertise in equity markets and alternative investments.
• Strengthen your quantitative analysis and business analytics capability.
• Study progression aligned to global professional benchmarks including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®), Financial Risk Manager (FRM®) and Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA®) curricula and examinations.
• Flexible study options, including online study, mean you can balance postgraduate education with professional commitments.
• You may be eligible for credit for recognised prior study or work experience, allowing you to complete your degree in as little as one year full-time. See entry requirements below.

Build advanced financial and investment expertise

Gain comprehensive preparation in corporate finance, investments and financial markets. You'll apply financial theory and quantitative techniques to real investment decisions. You'll analyse and evaluate equities, fixed income securities, derivatives and alternative assets across international capital markets.

Develop deep expertise in portfolio construction, performance evaluation and active management strategies while building a strong understanding of market efficiency, risk and return. Through advanced study in derivatives and risk management, you'll examine pricing models, hedging strategies and credit risk analysis to support informed financial decision-making.

You'll also strengthen your capability in business analytics and quantitative tools, using statistical and data-driven approaches to interpret complex financial information. With a dedicated focus on ethics and professional standards aligned to the CFA Institute Code of Ethics, you will graduate with a strong appreciation of integrity, accountability and responsible investment practice.

Recommended study pattern

As a guide, core subjects in this degree can include: 

• Econometric Methods
• Applied Finance
• Equity Investments
• Behavioural Finance and Wealth Management.

Plus there’s a selection of electives to choose from. As part of your application, you’ll be guided through how to get the right degree structure in place for you.

Award requirements

Pathway 1 - 1 year program (80CP)

For the award of Master of Finance (MFin), if eligible to complete this program in 1 year, you must successfully complete 80 credit points make up of:

• 80 credit points for the Core Module

Pathway 2 - 1.5 years program (120CP)

For the award of Master of Finance (MFin), if eligible to complete this program in 1.5 years, you must successfully complete 120 credit points make up of:

• 80 credit points for the Core Module
• 40 credit points for the Flexible Module

Pathway 3 - 1.5 years program (120CP)

For the award of Master of Finance (MFin), if eligible to complete this program in 1.5 years, you must successfully complete 120 credit points make up of:

• 40 credit points for the Foundation Module
• 80 credit points for the Core Module

Pathway 4 - 2 years program (160CP)

For the award of Master of Finance (MFin), if eligible to complete this program in 2 years, you must successfully complete 160 credit points make up of:

• 40 credit points for the Foundation Module
• 80 credit points for the Core Module
• 40 credit points for the Flexible Module

This degree may be awarded with Distinction where a student achieves a minimum program GPA of 6.5 with no failed courses. The words "This award was achieved with Distinction" will be recorded on the testamur.

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Indicative total fee $68,000

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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You can complete this program in 1 year, 1.5 years or 2 years depending on your prior study and work experience

To be eligible for this program you must meet one of the following criteria: 

1 year duration (80CP): 

• a recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in a related discipline and five years relevant work experience or passed the Level I examination for the Chartered Financial Analyst Program administered by the CFA Institute

1.5 year duration (120CP) - Flexible entry

• a recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in a related discipline
• a recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) and passed the Level I examination for the Chartered Financial Analyst Program administered by the CFA Institute

1.5 year duration (120CP) - Foundation entry

• a recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) and two years relevant work experience

2 year duration (160CP): 

• a recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) 
• a combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal, and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to the above

Related discipline includes accounting, economics, financial planning, finance

• Work experience includes roles with substantial accounting or finance responsibilities, accountant, financial adviser, stockbroker, financial analyst, personal banker, bank manager, superannuation fund manager, risk management, investment fund manager, financial manage

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

• A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
• OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
• OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
• OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
• OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
• OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.

English test results must be no more than two years old.

Students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree.

Reduce the time it takes to finish your degree. You can apply to Griffith to recognise your prior learning, including: 

• Formal learning through courses completed at uni and TAFE. 
• Informal learning through workplace experience or volunteer training. 
• Non-formal learning through social experiences and hobbies.