Undergraduate Major

Finance

A degree in finance can take your love of numbers to the next level as you dive into corporate finance, treasury management, investment analysis and international finance.

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MJ-FINA
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Full Time or Part Time
Selection rank
70
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Overview

Whether you're aiming for a high-profile corporate role or seeking purpose in government, not-for-profit, or entrepreneurial ventures, Finance at Murdoch equips you with the skills to make confident, ethical decisions in dynamic financial environments.

This major prepares you to explore business opportunities, analyse complex problems, and deliver solutions that drive value. You’ll gain a deep understanding of financial markets, investment strategies, and the tools used to manage risk and capital—skills that are relevant across industries and borders.

3 reasons to study Finance at Murdoch

1. Future-Proof Your Career: Gain comprehensive knowledge of how financial markets operate and how firms manage capital, risk, and growth—skills that remain in demand regardless of economic conditions.

2. Build Industry Connections: Through our professional networks and industry partnerships, you’ll have opportunities to engage with financial associations and bodies, expanding your career prospects and professional credibility.

3. Advise with Confidence: Learn to provide strategic advice on investment, funding sources, and financial risk—whether you're working with start-ups, global corporations, or public sector organisations.

What you'll learn

Our Finance major is designed to support your career and study goals. You’ll develop expertise in:

  • Identifying and evaluating business opportunities
  • Making informed, ethical financial decisions
  • Capital investment and cost of capital
  • Sources of funds and dividend policy
  • Working capital and portfolio management
  • Efficient capital markets
  • Derivatives including options, futures, and forward exchange contracts

Your future career

Graduates from our Finance major pursue careers in banking, insurance, consulting, and financial services across the globe. Potential roles include:

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

You could work in consultancy firms, government agencies, universities, banks, brokerage houses, or emerging ventures.

Professional recognition

Graduates are potentially eligible for associate membership of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA). For advice on specific requirements students should contact FINSIA directly.

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Structure

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Total credit points: 24

Unit code Unit name Credit points
Major24 credit points
Required Units24 credit points
BSL201Finance Law3
BUS140Introduction to Finance3
BUS163Introduction to Accounting3
BUS286Corporate Finance3
BUS288Treasury Management3
BUS329Investment Analysis3
BUS330International Finance3
BUS333Derivative Securities3
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Entry requirements

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English Requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

Advanced Standing

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.

Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.

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This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai  and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.

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Make the most of your university experience by reducing the financial costs with a scholarship.

Whether you’re a high achiever or have experienced hardship, we offer a wide range of scholarships and awards to students from all walks of life. Explore our scholarships to find the ones you could be eligible for as a new Murdoch student as well as what's available throughout your degree.

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How much will it cost?

Instead of paying an overall course fee, you pay for the individual units you enrol in. The total course cost will vary depending on the units you choose.

Following your successful application, you’ll receive a Letter of Offer which will contain specific course and fee information.

If you are applying for an undergraduate course, you may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place. Postgraduate programs are full fee paying, unless indicated otherwise in your Letter of Offer.

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