Future-proof yourself against the evolving demands of the finance world
Finance, the study of how individuals, businesses and institutions manage their money and investments is a rapidly evolving field. New financial technology, evolving digital platforms, emerging regulations and global economic shifts are all having significant impacts on the finance industry and professionals who can embrace the changes will be sought after by employers.
UNE offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and specialisations in finance designed to provide you with the knowledge you need to remain relevant in this dynamic field of business and economics. Our long-standing commitment to preparing adults for the ever-evolving job market means that by studying finance with us you will gain a deep understanding of the structure and decision-making rationale of financial institutions and economic markets. You’ll learn from leading finance experts who are engaged in cutting-edge research, have a passion for teaching, and have the experience to help you secure your career in finance.
The majority of our students choose to study online, where they become part of a community of adult learners who pool their life and work experiences to build real-world networks for the future. On-campus learners can take advantage of housing, sports and support services. You can choose to study full-time or part-time over three trimesters, whether online or on-campus.
With UNE, you’ll graduate feeling prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in the finance world, whether you choose to pursue a career in financial planning, investment banking, a corporate environment or your own business. By choosing UNE, you’ll be studying with an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award us the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.
Explore the finance courses and specialisations on offer at UNE.
Courses by study level
Advances in technology such as artificial intelligence, big data and robotic accounting are creating opportunities for accountants with highly developed analytical, communication and financial skills to add value to organisations operating in…
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- On Campus
- Online
Accounting and law have more in common than you may think – both centre on critical thinking, problem-solving and the application of principles to the task at hand. UNE’s combined Bachelor of Accounting/Bachelor of Laws is a dual qualification that…
- 5 years full-time
- Up to 12 years part-time
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- On Campus
- Online
Demand for agribusiness professionals continues to grow as the world faces the evolving challenges of climate change, sustainability, food safety and security, and the increasing globalisation and integration of agricultural and food networks. UNE’s …
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
With UNE's Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business you will gain practical, production-oriented skills and knowledge in agriculture together with in-depth skills and knowledge in business, management and finance. You will learn to formulate …
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- On Campus
- Online
Workplaces value employees who have a broad range of real-world skills, and this combined degree will equip you to excel in today’s dynamic working environment. In our Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business, you’ll gain business knowledge and learn…
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
The UNE Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws provides you with the opportunity to combine your study of law with an area of interest drawn from a wide variety of the arts, humanities and social sciences. As a double degree for the future, it has been…
- 5 years full-time
- Up to 12 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
Whether you aim to build your career in small, medium or large enterprises, or launch a business of your own, you must learn to identify opportunities, rise to challenges and adapt to change. Our Bachelor of Business is uniquely positioned to help…
- 3 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
Business and economics make a powerful combination. Graduates with skills in both disciplines are highly sought after for a range of roles in business, government and non-profit organisations. Studying the combined Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of…
- 4 years full-time
- Up to 10 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
With commercial innovation and technological disruption on the rise, the UNE Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws will open the door to a wide range of legal and business career opportunities. This double degree gives you a solid foundation in…
- 5 years full-time
- Up to 12 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
Accountants perform an essential role in just about every organisation around the world. As technology and business environments change, companies, governments and non-profits need skilled professionals to guide them in making financial and…
- Up to 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
From sole traders to leaders of multinational corporations, businesspeople seek growth opportunities in an uncertain and rapidly changing world. With UNE's Graduate Certificate in Business, you will hone your skills and knowledge to anticipate…
- 1 trimester full-time
- Up to 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
Adapt to an evolving workplace and open the door to new career opportunities with UNE's Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice. Whether you want to create more career choices, hone your specialist skills, or take a new…
- 0.5 years full-time
- 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
With Australia’s ageing population and the emergence of the Great Wealth Transfer, there is an increasing demand for professionals with expertise in transition and succession planning. A complex process that requires specialist knowledge, transition …
- 1 trimester full-time
- Up to 2 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
Accounting is at the centre of business and finance, from tracking the flow of money to analysing financial activities. All organisations need professionals with advanced skills in analysing financial data, interpreting information, and…
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
Are you a recent graduate or a professional looking to elevate your career in business? UNE’s Graduate Diploma in Business is designed for individuals like you who aspire to excel in the business world. This course uniquely blends coursework and…
- 0.5 or 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
Design a bespoke course and prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace with the UNE Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice. Whether you want to advance your career, hone your skills or embark on a new career direction, we'll work …
- 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
Create a niche specialisation in helping clients to safeguard their assets and interests and plan for leadership and ownership transitions with UNE’s Graduate Diploma in Transition and Succession Planning. As our population ages, there is an…
- 0.5 or 1 year full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
Organisations of all kinds and sizes, in Australia and internationally, are facing dramatic changes to their operating environments, technology and finances. They need professionals who are equipped with the expertise to help them make informed…
- 1.5 or 2 years full-time
- Up to 6 years part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- On Campus
- Online
A Doctor of Philosophy is the pinnacle of academic study. Using rigorous and systematic research, combined with critical analysis, you will add to society's understanding of complex issues at the cutting-edge of your discipline or profession.…
- 4 years full-time
- 8 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
High quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform…
- 2 years full-time
- Up to 4 years part-time
- Research Period 1
- Research Period 2
- On Campus
- Online
If you are enrolled at another university, you can choose to study subjects at UNE that will count towards your course. Apply as a cross institutional student directly and complete one or several individual subjects (units) from the full scope of…
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
The world is full of possibilities, with so much to discover and learn. There are endless opportunities to enrich your knowledge to prepare for the future, but what if you don’t want to undertake a full degree? And how can you zero-in on the…
- 1 trimester full-time
- 1 trimester part-time
- Trimester 1 - Feb 2024
- Trimester 2 - Jun 2024
- Trimester 3 - Oct 2024
- Online
- On Campus
- Bespoke Graduate Certificate: design your own 4 unit postgraduate course and have your work experience recognised in the process.
- ‘Fundamental’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four fundamental units from a traditional degree. If you are planning a new direction, or adding a new set of skills to your portfolio, you may want to start with this option. These units provide a foundation, or a ‘base camp’, to return to if you want to later progress to a full degree.
- ‘Advanced’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four advanced units from a full degree. This is a great strategy for staying current in your field, or advancing your knowledge.
- ‘Critical Content’ Bespoke Course: choose two, three or four units any of the available units in a degree to create a Critical Content Bespoke Course. This option lets you get the knowledge you need without the time and cost of a full degree.
- ‘Mix and Match’ Bespoke Course: combine two, three or four units from different degrees and disciplines to design your mix and match Bespoke Course. This option lets you diversify your knowledge.
Why study with us?
The most enjoyable part of my studies is the sense of achievement and being part of something bigger than myself.
Greg KemmettFind the right major or specialisation for your studies in Finance
As advancements in fin tech and concerns around the stability of the global economic market increase, you will need to be alert and innovative to stay ahead. Study one of our finance courses or specialisations and graduate with a winning combination of financial knowledge and business acumen.
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Prepare for the future of accounting by building a versatile skillset in finance, auditing and advisory. At UNE we'll help you meet the demands of an increasingly complex business environment where professionals who can communicate technical…
Prepare for the future of accounting by building a versatile skillset in finance, auditing and advisory. At UNE we'll help you meet the demands of an increasingly complex business environment where professionals who can communicate technical information to non-financial stakeholders will excel.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Bachelor of Accounting | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Agribusiness | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
Master of Professional Accounting | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
Graduate Diploma in Accounting | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
Graduate Certificate in Accounting | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
UNE's established agriculture experts will help you develop the financial, business management and practical rural science skills to succeed in the rapidly changing world of agribusiness that is forecast to see technological and scientific…
UNE's established agriculture experts will help you develop the financial, business management and practical rural science skills to succeed in the rapidly changing world of agribusiness that is forecast to see technological and scientific advances worldwide.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Bachelor of Accounting | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Agribusiness | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Business | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws | Major | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Agribusiness with Honours | Specialist Course | Bachelor Honours |
Master of Business Administration (International) | Minor | Postgraduate |
Graduate Certificate in Agribusiness | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor Honours
- Postgraduate
- Major
- Minor
- Specialisation
- Teaching Area
- Specialist Course
Prepare for the future of business with UNE's highly regarded experts. Develop the critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills to secure your role in the rapidly changing local and global economy that is forecast to see changes …
Prepare for the future of business with UNE's highly regarded experts. Develop the critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills to secure your role in the rapidly changing local and global economy that is forecast to see changes to marketing, tech and the workforce.
Courses | Type | Level of Study |
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Bachelor of Agriculture | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Animal Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Business | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Rural Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
Bachelor of Science | Minor | Undergraduate |
Master of Business Administration | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
Master of Business Administration (Data and Cyber Management) | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience and Business | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
Graduate Certificate in Business | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience and Business | Specialist Course | Postgraduate |
Diploma in Business | Specialist Course | Undergraduate |
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Careers in Finance
By studying finance with UNE, you will have the future-proof skillset to secure positions in a wide range of careers and industries within the financial world. With the need for graduates with expertise in financial planning, risk analysis and general fiscal knowledge set to rise, professionals with skillsets in finance can find work in a variety of settings.
- Financial analyst
Analyse financial data, assess investment opportunities, and provide recommendations to individuals or organisations. - Investment banker
Facilitate mergers and acquisitions, underwrite securities, and advise clients on financial transactions. - Financial planner
Assist individuals and families in managing their finances, including investments, retirement planning, and wealth management. - Accountant
Prepare and examine financial records, ensure compliance with tax laws, and provide financial advice to clients. - Actuary
Assess and manage financial risks for insurance companies, pension funds, and other organisations. - Auditor
Examine financial statements and records to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations. - Treasury analyst
Manage an organisation's financial assets, including cash flow, investments, and risk management. - Financial manager
Oversee an organization's financial health, including budgeting, financial planning, and investment strategies.
A five-star experience
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Student Experience
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Teaching Quality
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