Finance is a dynamic field, focusing on the borrowing, lending and investing of money by individuals, financial institutions, business and government organizations. Professional financiers administer the finance function of organizations, analyzing and interpreting information to assess their needs and provide advice. With a degree in finance you will develop the skills to analyse business portfolios and provide recommendations for best financial returns. In this course you have the opportunity to listen to real-world practitioners as they explain how the value of investments changes over time. You will learn core concepts and skills in finance related to project evaluation, capital structure, security analysis and pricing, portfolio management, international finance and risk management. Throughout this course you will take part in hands-on projects including capital investment appraisal, firm valuation, portfolio allocations and risk management using up-to-date information from our Securities Dealing Room. Students who are keen to gain a deeper understanding of finance should consider enrolling in one or both of the finance extensions. Empirical finance extension develops students’ advanced technical and research skills and is a useful foundation for students considering honours. Financial services extension is designed for students considering a career in the banking and financial services sectors. If you are fascinated by foreign investment, exchange rates, stock market fluctuations or corporate finance, consider a career in finance. Career outcomes Financial management skills are in demand by businesses of all kinds. The skills you develop in this course will prepare you for a variety of career paths including investment strategy, financial portfolio management, stock analysis, financial planning or even corporate borrowing and managing foreign exchange risk. Graduate positions include: financial analyst financial markets dealer commercial banker banking and finance professional corporate secretary investment manager stockbroker.