Master of Finance

About the course

UNSW’s Master of Finance builds advanced capability in financial markets, valuation and investment decision-making for students seeking specialist finance expertise. You’ll develop strong analytical and applied skills suited to contemporary finance practice, with the flexibility to tailor study to career goals. This is a coursework master’s degree in Accounting & Finance at UNSW Business School. The programme strengthens financial analysis, governance, audit, and investment decision-making for professional finance careers.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for specialist roles across investment and corporate finance, banking and capital markets, funds management and financial advisory. Potential careers include financial analyst, investment analyst, portfolio or risk analyst, corporate finance associate and treasury or banking roles. This is a coursework master’s qualification in Accounting & Finance at UNSW Business School. Preparing graduates for accounting, audit, financial analysis, and corporate finance leadership roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)