Finance is about money and investments. People on their own, people in partnerships, companies and other entities (including state and federal governments), have a common objective of profitable investment.
Finance is about money and investments. People on their own, people in partnerships, companies and other entities (including state and federal governments), have a common objective of profitable investment. What is a government-secured bond? What is a share? What are the reasons for investing in either and when is the right time? These are some of the questions answered in the domain of finance.
This Degree:
You will undertake a foundation year that covers all core disciplines of business, giving you a solid understanding of issues facing organisations today. From your second year, you will begin your major in Finance. The degree has an emphasis on practical applications and real-world financial management. Careers include finance manager, research analyst, management reporting manager, equity trade analyst, stockbroker, bank officer, investment operations analyst and venture capitalist.
You will also undertake a final-year capstone subject that lets you apply everything you have learned in collaboration with students from other disciplines. Plus, you have the option of applying for an internship to gain valuable experience whilst receiving credit towards your degree.
What You Will Study:
You will learn the theoretical knowledge and tools demanded by employers in all sections of the world economy: investment, financial markets, financial modelling and portfolio analysis.
You will utilise state of the art technology to learn advanced statistical techniques for analysis, including the classical linear regression model, model diagnostics, univariate time series modelling and forecasting. You will explore corporate finance, including financial strategies, security analysis and portfolio management.
After completing the Bachelor of Business (Finance), you may enrol in a postgraduate business Master’s degree and be eligible for up to 4 subjects credit, reducing your master’s degree to 1 year. This degree trajectory means you can graduate with your bachelor’s and master’s degree in just 4 years.
Additional Information:
The Finance major can be completed in full at our Wollongong campus. Completion of full majors at regional campuses is subject to availability at time of enrolment.
Why Choose This Course:
UOW Business students experience a modern curriculum that does not merely teach business theory, but applies it to everyday business contexts. We develop professionals, managers and business leaders with critical thinking skills who will succeed in their chosen fields.
You have the opportunity to gain practical, real-world experience and make professional connections that will help launch your career, including the opportunity to participate in our Business Internship program, which could see you partnered with industry leaders such as KPMG, Mercer, NAB and Accor Hotels.
As a UOW Business graduate you will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to make a positive impact in the world; no matter what path you take. The Faculty of Business and Law is a signatory to the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), a global initiative of the United Nations.
We champion responsible management education, research and thought leadership in the classroom using real world examples, so when you join the workforce you are better prepared to make business decisions that this world requires.
UOW is young, dynamic and innovative, and has become a benchmark for Australia’s new generation of universities.
The quality of our teaching and research features prominently in national and international rankings, and we’re proud to be among the top one per cent of universities in the world.
Harnessing our expertise and strength to create positive impact in our local and global communities is at the forefront of everything we do and shapes our University’s purpose for the years to come.
We’re globally recognised for delivering impactful research that drives positive change. UOW ranks equal 70th among the world’s universities for social and economic impact in the Impact rankings, which are benchmarked against the United Nation Sustainable Development Goals.
The impact of the digital revolution on delivery channels and customer demands for a seamless experience are a key focus.
Step into a world of opportunity with our Bachelor of Business degree. Tailor your path with a broad range of majors, ranging from Finance to Entrepreneurship. Experience hands-on learning and develop your digital skills across leading platforms like MYOB, Xero, and Google Analytics.
The Banking industry provides a wealth of employment opportunities from bank tellers to investment bankers. Banks or financial services organisations employ people in various types of financial and customer service roles.
Professional finance and banking is the art of managing, and maximising, money at every scale—for individuals and households, right up to giant corporations and governments.
In this course, individuals are expected to apply theoretical and technical skills in various situations and display initiative and judgement in planning activities.
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