Major overview
Major in finance and shape financial strategy
3 reasons to study finance at Murdoch University
- Develop financial expertise organisations rely on in any economic climate, analysing investments, managing capital and assessing financial risk.
- Build skills valued across banking, investment management, consulting and corporate finance, opening pathways to diverse careers in the global financial sector.
- Apply financial concepts to real business challenges through our Work Integrated Learning program and industry engagement opportunities.
What you’ll learn
- Analyse how financial markets operate and how organisations raise and manage capital.
- Evaluate investment opportunities using financial modelling and portfolio analysis.
- Understand corporate finance concepts such as cost of capital, capital investment and dividend policy.
- Assess financial risk and explore strategies used in treasury management and global finance.
- Examine derivatives and financial instruments including options, futures and forward exchange contracts.
Flexibility was key for me, and Murdoch University's diverse range of study options gave me the perfect fit. I love the blended learning format, and their small class sizes and supportive faculty mean I'm never lost in the crowd. I feel like I can really thrive here.
Jasmin, Business
Your future career in finance
- Financial analyst
- Investment strategist
- Credit manager
- Finance manager
- Chief financial officer (CFO)
- Finance broker
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Semester 2, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
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Start dates (Transnational)
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 2, 2026 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 2, 2026 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 3, 2026 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 3, 2026 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 1, 2027 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 1, 2027 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 2, 2027 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 2, 2027 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 3, 2027 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 3, 2027 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
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Major Structure
Visit the Course Handbook - Get detailed information on units, prerequisites, and pathways.
To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
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