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Curtin University

Perth , Western Australia ,Australia

Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance

This is an engaging, industry-relevant course for professionals who wish to change their career to finance.

It will provide you with a strong understanding of financial accounting, financial principles, econometrics, and economics, and help you apply your knowledge to current financial issues and trends in the workplace.

Why study

  • Use real-world case studies and examples to apply your learning and problem-solving skills. 
  • Our lecturers provide high-quality teaching and undertake applied research in areas such as behavioral finance, corporate finance, investments, and uncertainty.

Campus Information

Perth

In close proximity to everything Per­­th has to offer, it boasts 116 hectares of bold architecture nestled amongst beautifully landscaped gardens. Thousands of students fill the campus grounds every day of semester, creating a vibrant, multicultural atmosphere. Over the past decade, the campus has undergone some major changes, with a variety of stunning modern buildings now interspersed with the original 1960s architecture. The majority of Curtin courses are delivered on this campus.

Intakes

  • Feb
  • July

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Application Process

More Information required
10 Days
Possible Interview Call from Institution
10 Days
Provisional /Unconditional Offer
20 Days
Visa Process
30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

UniHub is an online platform service that allows organizations to advertise their employment opportunities and events to our current students and alumni.

Careers:

  • Financial Broker
  • Financial Dealer
  • Financial Investment Advisor
  • Financial Manager
  • Financial Marker Dealer
  • Investment Banker

Industries:

  • Banking
  • Brokerage
  • Consultancy
  • Government
  • Private business
  • Resources and renewables

PSW Opportunity

  • N/A

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Essential course prerequisites

A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a field of study other than finance, or significant relevant work experience (typically three to five years). Applicants must also meet Curtin's English language proficiency requirements.