Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Applied Finance
Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Applied Finance
Summary The Bachelor of Science is for those excited by discovery and who question the norm. You’ll learn from world-renowned researchers who are addressing the big issues facing our global society, such as the changing environment, future materials and fuels, and biotechnology. You’ll be able to study complementary disciplines or…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Summary
The Bachelor of Science is for those excited by discovery and who question the norm. You’ll learn from world-renowned researchers who are addressing the big issues facing our global society, such as the changing environment, future materials and fuels, and biotechnology. You’ll be able to study complementary disciplines or non-science units that feed your curiosity. And you’ll be part of a community that has led many significant initiatives in recent years, including early climate change research, photonics, evolutionary biology and groundbreaking research in earth’s crustal systems. The Bachelor of Applied Finance will equip you with comprehensive corporate finance and investment management skills. With the ability to help organisations create value, invest wisely and control risk, you’ll find yourself in demand across the globe.
Key features
Gain foundational skills relevant to future workforce needs
Acquire in-depth knowledge in your chosen area, as well as skills in mathematics, statistics or coding. Enhance your learning within our unique fauna park
Get hands-on experience in our 11-hectare fauna park, where world-class environmental research is conducted by leading academics. Gain a unique set of finance skills that employers want
Learn about financial systems, markets and instruments; their effect on the flow of funds within the economy; and risk control. Boost your employability by reviewing real-world case studies
Undertake units that apply current theory and analytical techniques to real-world finance industry situations.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Banking and finance manager
Entrepreneur
Financial adviser or analyst
Financial economist
Government adviser
Management consultant
Market analyst
Policy adviser
Policy analyst
Project manager
Public administrator
Research and development manager
Researcher
Science communication officer
Science regulator
Scientific researcher
Statistician
Stockbroker
Employers
Accounting firms
Banks and financial institutions
Consulting firms
Environmental protection agencies
Government agencies and departments
Hospitals
Mining companies
National Parks and Wildlife Service
Research institutes
Technology and telecommunications companies
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
