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Graduate Diploma of Finance

Deakin University, Melbourne/Geelong, VIC, Australia

About this program

The Graduate Diploma of Finance at Deakin University is a one-year postgraduate course delivered by a business school ranked among the world's top 150 for accounting and finance. Students build the skills to make confident, data-driven financial decisions, learning from industry-experienced academics in areas such as corporate finance, investment, risk management and sustainable finance. Contemporary tools and case-based learning build practical capability, supported by strong industry connections and career support. The course provides a pathway into the Master of Finance. Graduates work in corporate finance, investment, banking and risk roles.

Fees & duration

Duration1 yr
Tuition (international)A$48,000
Application feeA$0

English test scores

IELTS6.5 overall (L6 R6 W6 S6)
PTE50 overall

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Course structure

  • Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) 4 credit points of core units, 4 credit points of open elective units. Core units: Financial Markets and Digital Innovations
  • Environmental Sustainability for Business
  • Principles of Finance
  • Financial Data Analytics Electives may include: Accounts, Accountability and Governance
  • Economics for Managers
  • Financial Institutions and Investment Banking
  • Applied Corporate Finance
  • Investments and Portfolio Management
  • Derivatives and Financial Risk Management
  • Fintech Foundations and Cryptocurrencies
  • International Finance
  • Securities Trading in Practice

Career & PR pathway

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Admissions

To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria: completion of a bachelor degree or higher in any discipline; at least three years' relevant work experience in a finance-related field (or part-time equivalent), e.g. financial consulting, financial analysis, treasury management, corporate finance, fund management, banking

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