Graduate Certificate in Finance
Learn and apply the fundamentals of finance.
Domestic
International
The Graduate Certificate in Finance is an online qualification that will provide you with the fundamental knowledge to make financial decisions at all business levels.
Faculty
UNSW Business School
Delivery Mode
Online
Award
Graduate Certificate in Finance
Commencing Terms
Hexamester 1, Hexamester 2, Hexamester 3, Hexamester 4, Hexamester 5, Hexamester 6
Duration (Full Time)
0.7 Year(s)
- Overview
- Entry requirements
- What will I study?
- Future careers
- How to apply
- Fees & scholarships
Overview
UNSW’s Graduate Certificate in Finance is a fully-online program designed for professionals looking to gain the fundamental knowledge required to make financial decisions at all business levels, in Australia and internationally.
This accelerated program will set you up to advance your career quickly. You will graduate with an understanding of and insight into varied finance disciplines such as, corporate finance, financial technology and financial management.
Key features
100% online learning
Flexible study options
Study real-world examples
Why study this degree at UNSW?
UNSW ranks 2nd in Australia and in the top 20 worldwide for Accounting and Finance*.
You will study a program designed and delivered with industry, for industry. Our online learning model has no on-campus commitments, meaning you can study anywhere at any time, and graduate within eight months without compromising your career.
You will be connected with a Student Success Advisor, who will support you and be on-hand via phone or email for all non-academic queries.
*QS World University Rankings by Academic Subject, 2021
Program Code
7406
Campus
Kensington
Total Units of Credit (UOC)
24
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Entry requirements
To be eligible for this program, you must have:
A recognised bachelor degree (in any discipline)
OR
Three years of relevant work experience in a commercial or public service organisation related to business, banking or finance.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
To be eligible for this program, you must have:
A recognised bachelor degree (in any discipline)
OR
Three years of relevant work experience in a commercial or public service organisation related to business, banking or finance.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Program structure
The Graduate Certificate in Finance offers three core courses and one elective. The core courses will equip you with fundamental finance skills, while your choice of elective lets you tailor your expertise towards your career goals.
Full program structure
You will study four core courses, including:
Corporate Finance
Investments
International Finance
Plus, the choice of one elective from the following courses:
Private Equity and Venture Capital
FinTech Ecosystem and Industry Insights
Principles of Programming
Financial Management
For current and detailed course information, visit the Graduate Certificate in Finance Handbook .
Future careers
The skills and insights gained from your Graduate Certificate in Finance can have an immediate effect on your career. Our courses are shaped by industry leaders and world class academics - experts who recognise that the future presents career opportunities that don’t exist today, and who will help prepare you for those opportunities.
As a UNSW Business School student, you’ll join a world-renowned business community, and have the forge career connections through a global network of more than 90,000 UNSW Business School alumni.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted through our Apply Online portal. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term. Some high-demand programs and Faculties with limited places may have an earlier application deadline or commencement date. Find out more.
Ready to start your application?
For most international students, applications are submitted via our Apply Online service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.
Some high-demand programs with limited places, may have an earlier application deadline or may have an earlier commencement date. For more information visit our international applicant information page.
Ready to start your application?
Fees & Scholarships
2023 Indicative First Year Full Fee
$17,890*
2023 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree
$17,890*
*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).
Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.
Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.
2023 Indicative First Year Fee
$19,100*
2023 Indicative Fee to Complete Degree
$19,100*
*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).
Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.
Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.
Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visit UNSW International.
Scholarships
At UNSW, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.
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Top 20WorldwideQS World University Rankings, 2024.
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MostEmployable GraduatesAFR Top 100 Future leaders Award.
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LeadingInnovation#1 Australian uni attended by start-up founders.
The learning culture at UNSW, which challenges the status quo, helped set me apart from others.
