A combined Master of Business Administration / Master of Applied Finance through the University of Newcastle is for professionals aiming to further expand their career opportunities, readying themselves for senior management positions. With a focus on high level management capabilities as well as developing technical expertise in finance, the combined the MBA/Master of Applied Finance arms you with the high-level skills and "know-how" to succeed in senior management roles. These skills are transferrable to organizations of all sizes in the public, private or not-for-profit sectors. A combined Master’s degree program will set you apart. In the highly competitive global business environment it is critical that senior managers have a multi-disciplinary approach to business operations. A combined Master’s program in Applied Finance and Business Administration aims to equip graduates with the technical expertise to work in the fast paced world of Finance. This program also develops an extended understanding in whole-of-business practice, and builds a knowledge-base that serves as a platform for senior management competence. Career Opportunities Studying a combined Masters will open opportunities in a wide variety of industries with organisations looking to tap into your wealth of knowledge and expertise in a number of areas. The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is an internationally recognised and highly prestigious qualification, known for its ability to significantly increase your professional value and employability. The Master of Applied Finance is a comprehensive and rigorous qualification that provides graduates with the fundamental understanding and practical skills to operate in the financial services sector. In combination the professional qualities developed in each degree are enhanced, meaning that our graduates can position themselves to fast track their career. With your enhanced leadership capabilities, business management focus and expertise in the financial services sector, and you will be able to produce high quality financial analysis as well as capitalize on a new found awareness of company culture, people management and leadership skills. These knowledge and skills sets can increase your value as an employee and see you fast-track to senior positions, increase your salary potential and advance your career. The program’s content focuses on high level management capabilities and is accredited by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), preparing graduates for challenging but highly rewarding careers in financial services, managerial finance or business administration. The knowledge and skills which are developed are transferrable to organisations of all sizes in the public, private or not-for-profit sectors, arming you with the high-level skills and "know-how" to succeed in senior management roles. Learning Outcomes Effective oral and written skills to communicate complex business management information to a variety of audiences