Bachelor Of Business (Economics, Finance and Trade) (Pathway to Master of Finance)

This Fast-track to Masters program allows you to fast-track your career by completing an undergraduate and postgraduate degree in just four years. You will be able to diversify your skill set, increase your earning potential with a more advanced qualification, and expand your career opportunities across a range of fields.

Develop an in-depth understanding of the global business environment focusing on currency markets, exchange and global trade, and how they operate worldwide.

You will gain a unique blend of analytical, conceptual and strategic problem-solving skills for a range of industry sectors, and have the chance to learn in our state-of-the-art Iress Trading Room on campus.

With a Master of Finance you will be equipped to manage the challenges of the fast-developing global finance industry.

This degree has a strong focus on experience-based learning. You will have access to practical-based courses which use simulated financial markets in the Finance Trading Room to enhance your learning and engage in real world practical tasks in specialised fields in Finance. 

You can also choose to enhance your business consulting skills and experience through a professional business placement in Australia or overseas.

You will also benefit from experience-based learning opportunities, including overseas study and business mentoring. Our summer and winter schools also offer exciting study and learning opportunities.

Degree Overview:

• Complete a business undergraduate and postgraduate finance degree in just four years through our Fast-track to Masters program.
• Graduate with a highly diverse skill-set and broader career opportunities.
• Gain real-world experience through an industry internship, a mentorship opportunity or an overseas study tour
• Both on campus and mixed mode study options are available, providing you with flexibility throughout your studies.
• Develop career-ready skills employers are looking for once you graduate, with enterprise skills embedded in all business courses.
• Gain a solid grounding in core business concepts and tailor your studies to suit your career interests.
• Engage with simulated financial markets in our state-of-the-art Iress Trading Room on campus, which includes a market data feed and trading tools – the same technology used by the world's leading banks and investment firms.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of the global business environment with a focus on national and international economies, public policies, economic exchange and global trade activities.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a broad business degree and create your own study plan based on your career goals.
• UniSA Business is accredited by both AACSB International and EFMD (EQUIS) – the world’s leading accreditation bodies.
• Study at a university recognised globally in Business. UniSA Business is in the top one per cent worldwide1 and has been awarded an overall five stars for excellence in the 2022 QS Stars Ratings.
• Study at a Top 5 business school in Australia for quality.
• Study at the No.1 university in South Australia for graduate careers in Business and Management.
• Study at a university ranked No.1 in South Australia for Business and Economics.

What You'll Learn:

• Your undergraduate degree will start with core courses in areas such as analytics, accounting and economic theory. These will give you a solid grasp of business fundamentals that you can apply to a range of careers. 
• You’ll then branch out into your specialisation, and learn the latest in areas such as macroeconomics, economics of public policy and analysis; portfolio and fund management; and international currency and banking markets. You can also embark on an overseas study tour, undertake an industry placement, or work on an industry-related research project.
• The Master of Finance will explore areas such as financial theory and markets, investment management, corporate finance as well as econometrics.

Career Outcomes:

• Business adviser: working with new or established businesses; analysing business plans and financial statements; advising on investments, marketing, funding and financial trends; understanding consumer needs and how to improve profitability.
• Business development manager: driving the work of teams to run an organisation efficiently; coordinating several business units, managing resourcing, budgets and operations.
• Economist: using data and modelling techniques to provide specialist advice to consumers, business and governments on particular economic, business and policy-related issues; analysing data for interpreting and forecasting consumer business trends; using economic information to inform business decision-making within a global business environment.
• Investment adviser/Financial risk analyst: providing advice within organisations on investment decisions and strategies; identifying and assessing potential financial risks at the organisational and industry sector level.
• Market research analyst: collecting and analysing data for clients on market conditions, consumer behaviour and business competitors; using data analysis for business forecasting and interpreting consumer trends and informing on alternative business strategies.
• Policy adviser: analysing policies and their effects to provide advice and guidance to governments and organisations; offering strategic policy and planning advice on programs and operations; reviewing, developing, and implementing policies and strategies.
• Policy analyst: analysing a range of economic and social issues and formulating and evaluating policies in addressing these issues; analysing on behalf of business or government proposed policy interventions and its potential impact at the individual, business and societal level.
• Trade and investment adviser: providing technical assistance to Trade and Investment institutions to increase their exports and local and foreign investments.