Victoria University

Course Details

Bachelor of Commerce (Applied Finance) / Bachelor of Laws

Course Description

The Bachelor of Commerce (Applied Finance) / Bachelor of Laws combines areas to help develop the connections between the fields of law and commerce. Studying this double degree ensures you fulfil the academic requirements for admission as an Australian Lawyer and prepares you for work in the financial services industry through the Charter Financial Analysts (CFA) Body of Knowledge. Engage with important ethical principles and develop appropriate professional conduct towards clients, employers, and community. You'll also be provided with the professional and academic skills required to: investigate contemporary issues examine the integrity and sustainability of financial markets and legal practices in Australia make decisions as ethical and responsible global professionals.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

Graduates find employment in a wide range of jobs in various professional settings including private corporations, professional service firms, the public service and community sector. Job titles financial analyst financial services management (investment fund managers and trustees) financial adviser banker investment analyst insurance consultant/superannuation stockbroker research analyst portfolio manager strategic planning and project evaluation analyst (takeovers, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures) equity market analyst Graduates also meet the academic and professional requirements to be admitted to legal practice in Australia.

Bachelor of Commerce (Applied Finance) / Bachelor of Laws Victoria University