Bachelor of Business with a Major in Finance

During this Course students will learn:

• Financial Management Make informed corporate finance decisions and master risk analysis.
• Economic Principles Understand market trends and their impact on business strategy.
• Fixed Income & Debt Markets Assess credit risk, interest rates, and ethical considerations.
• International Trade & Finance Develop strategies to navigate global financial markets.
• Investment Portfolio Management Build and manage portfolios in emerging and established markets.

On successful completion of this Course students will be able to:

1. Master the art of smart investing and financial management.
2. Stay ahead of the game with emerging trends like cryptocurrency.
3. Graduate with CFA-recognized credentials and industry-ready expertise.

The Bachelor of Business – Finance teaches you the skills and knowledge to become an essential player in any business, from global corporations to innovative startups. Whether you’re analysing investments, managing risk, or exploring the future of finance, this degree gives you the tools to succeed.

• Master financial management and learn how to make strategic business decisions.
• Explore emerging trends like cryptocurrency, fintech, and ethical investing.
• Get hands-on experience using industry-leading platforms like Python.
• Work on real-world consulting projects with companies like Acrodyne, Build Pass, and the Epilepsy Foundation.
• Develop a global mindset by tackling real financial challenges in international markets.

This major is recognised under the CFA Institute Affiliated University, covering over 70% of Level 1 CFA program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK), emphasising the CFA Institute Codes of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Graduates will gain a leading edge with employers, and strong preparation for the workforce or the CFA examination. You may be eligible for CFA Program Student Scholarships.

Recommended study pattern

A total of 24 units are taken to complete the Bachelor of Business with a major in Finance, including seven core business units, the choice of one of two core business practice units, eight Finance major units and eight electives.

Core Business Fundamental units

Learning and Communicating for Innovative Business Practice (COM10011)

Contemporary Management Principles (MGT10001)

Marketing and the Consumer Experience (MKT10009)

Financial Information for Decision Making (ACC10007)

Economics for Business Decision-Making (ECO10005)

Business Digitalisation (INF10024)

Business Consulting Project (BUS30032)

Business Practice units

You must complete one (1) of the following units:

Planning for Career Success (CAR10001)

Sustainable Business Practice (BUS30031)

Finance Major units

Business for Sustainability, Social Change and Impact (BUS10014)

Financial Statistics (FIN10002)

Financial Management (FIN20014)

Ethics and International Finance (FIN20016)

Alternative Investments (FIN30020)

Financial Risk Management (FIN30014)

Management of Investment Portfolios (FIN30016)

Fixed Income and Debt Markets (FIN30021)

Recommended electives

Planning for Career Success (CAR10001)

Law of Commerce (LAW20019)

Financial Information Systems (ACC10008)

International Politics (POL10002)

Other Elective options can be viewed on the Swinburne Online website.

Award requirements

To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Business (Finance) students must complete 300 credit points comprising of:

• Eight [8] core units of Study (100 credit points).
• Eight [8] units of study from the Finance discipline major (100 credit points).
• Eight [8] units of study (100 credit points) comprising of electives.

Students have the opportunity to undertake a WIL Professional Placement. A unit of study can only be counted once. Where there are overlaps between majors and/or minors, students in the first instance choose another unit from the list of units available in the major/minor.

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Indicative total fee $52,197

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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Applicants are required to meet one of the following minimum entry requirements:

• A completed or partially completed tertiary qualification (e.g. relevant Certificate IVs, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Associate Degree, incomplete or complete Bachelor’s degree); or
• 4+ years of relevant work experience; or
• Recent Year 12 Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or equivalent completion, with the required English study score

Credit for Prior Learning

If you have completed recent prior studies, you may be eligible to request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

Credit for prior learning evaluates your prior studies related to your chosen subjects.

This is assessed on a case-by-case basis, where every applicant is assessed individually.