Course Overview

About This Course

Are you looking for a career in corporate banking and finance, stock market trading, insurance, investment management and other areas of applied finance?

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Perth (Crawley campus), The University of Western Australia, Perth WA

35 Stirling Hwy, CRAWLEY, WA 6009

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

A Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, including an Introductory Financial Accounting unit or equivalent, as recognised by UWA
AND either: the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; OR at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation
OR significant work experience including at least 5 years with a material level of responsibility
English language requirement: Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Corporate banking and finance, stock market trading, insurance, investment management and other areas of applied finance.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What career areas does the Graduate Certificate in Finance prepare me for?

The Graduate Certificate in Finance prepares graduates for careers in corporate banking and finance, stock market trading, insurance, investment management, and other areas of applied finance.

How long does the Graduate Certificate in Finance take to complete?

The Graduate Certificate in Finance can be completed in 0.5 years (half a year) on a full-time basis at UWA.

How do I apply for the Graduate Certificate in Finance at UWA?

You can apply for the Graduate Certificate in Finance directly through UWA's online application portal, or enquire for more information via the Enquire or Apply options listed on the course page.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $90,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $90,000 to $120,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $120,000 to $160,000 per year

Career Paths

Financial AnalystInvestment AnalystCorporate Finance AnalystFinancial AdviserPortfolio Manager

Key Skills

Financial analysis and valuation of assets, companies, and portfoliosCorporate finance decision-making including capital budgeting and capital structureFinancial modelling and forecasting using industry-standard toolsQuantitative and econometric analysis of financial marketsRisk identification, measurement, and management (market, credit, and operational risk)

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