Online Courses Handbook 2003

146404 v.2 Master of Finance

Introduction
This course provides graduates from any discipline with the theoretical and technical skills required for employment in the banking and finance industry. The program further develops the skills of those currently employed in the field and provides a sound basis for graduate students seeking employment in banking and finance.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A bachelors degree in a field other than finance. Depending on previous field of study, students may be required to complete one or more of the foundation units before commencing the first stage.

Specific Requirements
Candidates without sufficient background may be required to complete one or more of the following foundation units before commencing the first stage - Economics Analysis and Asian Economics 550, Legal Environment 560, Financial Management 550, Information for Business Decisions 550.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. In some cases students may be required to select alternative units to complete the requirements for the award.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is of three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time (including evening) study. Depending on their previous field of study students may be required to complete one or more foundation units before commencing the first stage.

Professional Recognition
Completion of this course satisfies the education requirements for admission as a Senior Associate Member of the Australasian Institute of Banking and Finance.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

13200 v.2 Finance (Instruments and Markets) 559 3.0 25.0

303934 v.2 Financial Statement Analysis 579 3.0 25.0

304255 v.2 Finance (Trading Strategies) 590 3.0 25.0

305813 v.1 Finance (Principles) 515 3.0 25.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

12751 v.2 Finance (Portfolio Management) 571 3.0 25.0

12752 v.2 Finance (Corporate) 572 3.0 25.0

12753 v.2 Finance (International) 573 3.0 25.0

12754 v.2 Finance (Derivative Securities) 574 3.0 25.0

100.0

Year 2 Semester 1

13318 v.2 Finance (Market for Corporate Control) 511 3.0 25.0

13319 v.2 Finance (Decision Making) 515 3.0 25.0

SELECT 2 ELECTIVES 50.0

100.0

NB Foundation units include - 5697 Economics Analysis and Asian Economics 550, 5934 Legal Environment 560, 5699 Financial Management 550, 5700 Information for Business Decisions 550.