A Finance major explores key topics designed to equip you with the necessary skills to successfully pursue a variety of careers including stock-broking, insurance and banking.
Finance students at Murdoch study areas such as investment analysis, corporate finance and international finance. Issues relevant to employees working in finance include capital investment decisions, cost of capital, sources of funds, dividend policy, working capital management, efficient capital markets, portfolio management, the use of options, futures, forward exchange contracts and other derivative financial instruments.
The aim of the Honours year is to extend your grasp of the principles and practice of the subject, to develop ability for independent research, and to facilitate your entry into industry employment. An Honours qualification is normally required for admission to higher research degree study.
