In today's fast-moving and complex business environment, a comprehensive understanding of all business functions, in combination with a set of practical skills, will enable you to succeed as an in-demand business professional. Overview The Finance specialisation is for those who want to focus on areas such as: funds management risk management corporate finance financial instruments and valuation You will learn about both the theoretical concepts and practical applications of modern finance, and can choose from a range of subjects such as: business and corporation law monetary policy investment management international finance Islamic finance KEY FEATURES this specialisation covers each of the major areas of modern finance offers a wide range of elective units so you can tailor the degree depending on your career aspirations students will have access to the cutting-edge research being conducted by our Centre for Financial Risk taught by staff who have solid industry experience and access to the latest research offers research skills and a research project and students will complete a capstone unit SUITABLE FOR Do you have an undergraduate degree in finance or a related discipline (such as economics or accounting)? Alternatively, have you got training in a non-financial but quantitative discipline such as mathematics or statistics? If so, this degree will help you develop your career in a major financial institution. GREAT REASONS TO CHOOSE MACQUARIE Associate Professor Steve Christie talks about studying at the Applied Finance Centre at Macquarie University. Steve explains how working with the 'human face' of finance is as satisfying career path with a true sense of helping people improve their lives through optimising their financial affairs. Career Opportunities PROFESSIONS Business Journalist Financial Analyst Investment Analyst Management Consultant Market Analyst Policy Advisor Researcher Stockbroker Academic Finance Manager EMPLOYERS Graduates are likely to work for commercial banks, investment managers, stockbrokers, private equity firms, investment banks, corporate advisors, treasuries, private wealth managers or other financial service providers. Other Specializations: Accounting Business Management and Organizations Economics Financial Crime and Governance Human Resource Management Marketing