Bachelor of Business (Finance)

Finance has evolved as a major field of business practised by either business executives in the management of company funds or by executives in the financial sector who may work in financial markets, financial institutions, information technology or consultancy firms that provide financial advice and services to businesses and individuals. The subjects in the Finance major provide graduates with professional skills, knowledge and understanding necessary for a career in finance and the financial sector. Students with a weighted average mark above 70 in finance subjects are eligible for admission to the Finance strand in the Bachelor of Business (Honours). The program provides advanced training in financial econometrics and a range of specialised fields. It develops research skills through the writing of an honours thesis.

The Bachelor of Business is the most in-demand business course in New South Wales (University Admissions Centre, 2024). What sets this course apart is its strong emphasis on social justice and its design in collaboration with industry leaders, ensuring relevance and impact. Students gain a robust understanding of business operations, with the ability to customise their learning through a selection of a major and other options such as second majors, sub-majors, major extensions and electives.

Careers
The Bachelor of Business is a broad professional course, equipping graduates to pursue careers across all business fields, industries and sectors. Examples of career options include accountant, advertising specialist, auditor, banker, business adviser, business analyst, business consultant, business development manager, digital marketing specialist, economist, entrepreneur, financial analyst, financial planner, human resources manager, international business consultant, marketing specialist, project manager, social media specialist, stockbroker.

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
Academic IELTS- 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0, or TOEFL- paper based- 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based- 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21, or AE5- Pass, or C1A/C2P- 176-184 with a writing score of 169.