Master of Finance and Business Analytics

Postgraduate | 2026

Mode

On Campus

Start date

February, July

Campus

Adelaide City

Duration

2 year(s) full-time

Program code

MAFIB

Study as

Full-time

Indicative annual fees

$49,700

Non-tuition fees

Prerequisite

None

Assumed knowledge

Knowledge of mathematics is a good background for many courses in this suite of programs.

English language requirements

IELTS Overall 6.5 IELTS Reading 6.0 IELTS Listening 6.0 IELTS Speaking 6.0 IELTS Writing 6.0 Equivalent English qualifications

CRICOS code

115915A

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.

English language entry requirements

In addition, international students who speak English as an additional language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at Adelaide University. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

IELTS Overall 6.5
IELTS Reading 6.0
IELTS Listening 6.0
IELTS Speaking 6.0
IELTS Writing 6.0

Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by Adelaide University and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements:

Equivalent English qualifications

Why Master of Finance and Business Analytics?

Master the power of finance and analytics to lead in the business world. With this dual qualification, widen your career prospects and build confidence to make sound financial decisions.

With our Master of Finance and Business Analytics, you’ll develop the skills to succeed in any area of business. Discover core business topics before focusing on advanced financial concepts and analytical methods. Get familiar with modern business tools like AI, understanding how it can be used to extract valuable insights and help with decision-making. Complete industry projects where you’ll hone your skills and prepare for the real world. You’ll be an asset to any company – ready to solve financial challenges and optimise business growth.

Overview

Adelaide University’s Master of Finance and Business Analytics will prepare you for advanced roles in financial services. If you’re looking to change careers, deepen your business knowledge or widen your job prospects – this degree is for you.

Over two years of full-time study, you’ll build a solid foundation across key business disciplines, while deepening your understanding of financial concepts like equity valuation, fixed income securities, derivatives and investment management. You’ll also sharpen your analytical skills, exploring customer analytics, predictive and visual analytics and modern technologies like AI and big data. Work on real-world projects focusing on finance and business analytics, so you’ll be ready to enter your chosen field.

Your studies will prepare you to work in various industries, including commercial banking, investment banking, equity research, corporate finance consulting, private equity, corporate treasury, risk analysis and credit analysis.

Key features

Learn from top academics in business analytics and finance.
Become confident in analysing data to help inform decision-making.
Gain financial and analytical skills that will be useful in various roles and industries.
Build core business knowledge in economics, accounting and finance. 
Utilise AI algorithms and chatbots to extract valuable insights – preparing you for modern business environments.
Get ready for a career change in just two years of full-time study.

What you'll learn

Learn how to turn data and financial records into helpful business insights with our Master of Finance and Business Analytics.

In your first year, build foundational business knowledge with courses on quantitative methods, economic principles, accounting concepts and methods, and principles of finance. You’ll also learn about equity valuation and analysis, fixed income securities, fundamentals of business analytics and customer analytics. Discover equity principles like determination of growth, valuation of firms in financial trouble, firm investments, and mergers and acquisitions. Explore interest rate risk, bond valuation, bond portfolio management and interest rate derivatives. Build computing skills to solve key business analytic problems and practice how to analyse customer data to improve businesses performance.

In your second year, focus on derivatives, advanced investment management, predictive and visual analytics, ethical principles in finance and accounting, managing with big data analytics, and chatbots and text analytics for business. Explore derivative markets, including key pricing models and trading strategies for managing risk. Study investment portfolios – the theory behind them, construction techniques, asset classes and management. Construct prediction models to help business decision-making, using traditional and emerging AI methods, while focusing on how to clearly represent data. Understand the Regulatory Codes of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct, ready to work as an ethical finance professional. Use AI algorithms to extract valuable insights and uncover how to design, develop, and deploy chatbots. Get hands-on experience with both a finance industry project and a business analytics industry project. This is where you’ll get to put what you’ve learned into practice in real-world contexts among industry professionals.

What courses you'll study

Complete 96 units comprising:

96 units for all Core courses

Complete 96 units for ALL of the following:

	Course code	Units
Course name Accounting Concepts and Methods	Course code ACCT5001	Units 6
Course name Principles of Finance	Course code BAFI5000	Units 6
Course name Fixed Income Securities	Course code BAFI5003	Units 6
Course name Equity Valuation and Analysis	Course code BAFI5004	Units 6
Course name Fundamentals of Business Analytics	Course code BAFI5005	Units 6
Course name Quantitative Methods M	Course code BAFI5015	Units 6
Course name Ethical Principles in Finance and Accounting	Course code BAFI5016	Units 6
Course name Economic Principles	Course code ECON5001	Units 6
Course name Customer Analytics	Course code MARK5001	Units 6
Course name Predictive and Visual Analytics	Course code BAFI6003	Units 6
Course name Advanced Investment Management	Course code BAFI6010	Units 6
Course name Derivatives	Course code BAFI6016	Units 6
Course name Chatbots and Text Analytics for Business	Course code BUSI6027	Units 6
Course name Managing with Big Data Analytics	Course code BUSI6028	Units 6
Course name Business Analytics Project 1	Course code BUSI6029	Units 6
Course name Finance Industry Project 1	Course code BUSI6030	Units 6

Career outcomes

This degree will prepare you to enter advanced roles within the financial services sector. Maybe you’ll become a treasury analyst, overseeing a company’s finances by managing cash flow, investments and risk. Perhaps you’ll work as a risk manager, using data-driven models to identify, analyse and manage financial risks.

Other roles to consider include:

Commercial banker
Investment banker
Equity researcher
Finance consultant
Risk analyst
Big data analytics specialist
Business intelligence analyst
Management analyst/consultant
Operations research analyst
Market research analyst.

Industry trends

Leadership roles in business rely heavily on financial skills – enabling leaders to make informed decisions that promote business growth and ensure financial stability (Green Growth CPAs, 2024). Analytical skills are also highly valued by employers and are recognised as a top driver of employment opportunities (World Economic Forum, 2023). Position yourself for success, with sought-after skills in finance and business analytics with Adelaide University.

Accreditation

Adelaide University is working through relevant approvals for program accreditation ahead of students commencing in 2026.

How to apply

Check your eligibility

Before you begin, find the degree you wish to study and check you meet the academic entry requirements and English language requirements.

Entry requirements

Gather your relevant documents

Ensure you have all supporting documentation needed at the time of application to avoid delays.

How to apply

Complete and send your application

Apply through one of the University’s official agency partners, or via our online application system.

Apply now

How to apply

Applications for international students are open now, to begin your studies in 2026.

Apply through one of the University’s official Education Agents, or via our International Application System.

Find an Education Agent

Depending on your country of citizenship, you may be required to apply through one of our Education Agents.

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FAQs

Explore answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

Applications for Australian students to study at Adelaide University will open in August 2025. Applications will be via SATAC for most undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs.

Applications to study a 100% online degree will open in July 2025 via a direct application process.

In the meantime, you could start your studies at UniSA or the University of Adelaide in 2025 and continue on to Adelaide University in 2026.

Adelaide University is South Australia’s largest university with seven campuses across the state. Adelaide City Campus is in the heart of the central business district (including eastern and western precincts), while our Magill, Mawson Lakes and Waite campuses are located within the inner suburbs of Adelaide. Our Mount Gambier, Roseworthy and Whyalla campuses are set in the regions of South Australia. Building on our digital and online learning successes, we aim to also deliver online education to more students than any other Australian university.

Each of our campuses is equipped with cutting-edge, discipline specific facilities, contemporary study spaces and well-resourced libraries. Our city and suburban campuses also feature on-site gyms and eateries, and health services on, or nearby, campus.

You will be well supported academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually with access to on-campus facilities and services such as counselling, learning support, childcare, prayer rooms and more.

You will be well supported through a range of services at Adelaide University to ensure you get the most out of your student experience. Support services include:

Academic learning support, spanning assistance with writing, referencing, mathematics and more.
Advice and advocacy regarding access, adjustments and inclusivity if you have a disability, impairment, chronic health condition or significant caring responsibilities.
Libraries providing flexible study spaces, access to books, computer suites and online resources – as well as referencing support, search tips and more.
Career development hub, including extensive self-help resources, online learning programs, on-campus events, workshops and networking, one-on-one advice, and job search support.
Qualified counsellors who can provide confidential support to manage your mental health and wellbeing.
On-campus medical clinics on-site where you can make an appointment with a General Practitioner to discuss acute and preventative health care matters.
Information and advice for international students regarding accommodation, student life, and academic policies and procedures.
An active and visible LGBTIQA+ Ally Network that ensures the University provides a supportive environment where all staff and students can safely work and study free of harassment or discrimination.
Prayer rooms on campus, including gender specific spaces for worship purposes.
Campus security available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to ensure all students feel safe on campus.
A range of scholarships offered to commencing and continuing students each year to make university life a little easier.
A number of social outlets including student lounges, gyms, student-led clubs, sports teams and free events throughout the year.

Your tuition fees will depend on your program of study and enrolment load. You can find the annual fees relevant to your program on the specific degree page under the ‘fees’ section. The annual fee payable for your chosen program will also be outlined in your Offer of Admission.

Adelaide University will open in January 2026. Your studies will start at different times depending on what study period you’ve applied for. Adelaide University is currently using a semester model, which means most degrees start in Semester 1. Some degrees are also available to start in mid-year, sometimes with a different degree structure. 

Studies at Adelaide University typically commence in:  

February for Semester 1  
July for Semester 2.

Some degrees, such as the Bachelor of Medical Studies and Master of Business Administration, will have different starting dates. View the relevant degree page for more detail. 

For other key dates, including census dates and exam periods, you can view the Academic calendar. 

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Your study experience and support

Adelaide University sets you up for success in your studies – and your social life. You’ll have access to work placement and internship opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events with guest speakers and more. Our campuses are equipped with purpose-built facilities including lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, and spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform with personalised study information and resources.

You’ll have everything you need to live well and thrive during your studies, with health services on campus, gymnasiums, technology zones and modern student lounges. Get involved in campus sport or join our student clubs that will connect you to your passions – and the people who share them.

Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit your individual requirements and budget, with options ranging from dedicated student accommodation to private rentals. One of the world’s most liveable cities, Adelaide has lots of leafy parks, gardens and social hubs – and some of the highest living standards globally. No matter where you are in Adelaide, you’re only a short distance from beaches, vineyards, museums, art galleries, restaurants, bars and parklands. Visit the accommodation web page to find out more.

Student services

We’re here to support you on your student journey. Adelaide University offers a range of support services and facilities, including:

Career advice and mentoring services
Personal counselling
LGBTQIA+ support
Academic support
Fees and finance help
Security services
Accommodation services
Common rooms
Prayer rooms.

You’ll also have unlimited access to our dedicated student support hub. Visit in-person or online, or contact our friendly team by phone. We can assist you with anything study-related including enrolment, identification cards, timetables, fees and more.

Your campus

You'll be studying at one of our renowned campuses, accessing cutting-edge facilities and contemporary study spaces.

This degree is offered at the following campus(es)

Study hours

Your courses will require a combination of different learning formats, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Aside from your classes, you’ll also need to allocate additional time for independent study. This may include assignments, readings, projects and contributing to online discussion forums. As a rough guide, full-time studies may require 12-26 hours of class time and 14-18 hours of independent study per week.

Assessment

During your studies at Adelaide University, you’ll complete a mixture of practical, professional and research-based learning. Your assessment types will vary depending on the degree you’re studying, but may include: