Overview
This major equips graduates with a sound business education and the necessary skills to manage a wide range of activities in the banking and financial sector.
Course description
After developing a solid grounding in business in your first year, customise your degree with a major in Banking & Finance. Launch your career in banking and financial services, funds management, treasury and financial markets, and wealth management. This major will develop your understanding of the financial institutions, financial instruments and markets of the financial services sector.
Core Subject
CORE BUSINESS UNITS
BCO1102 Information Systems for Business
BEO1105 Economic Principles
BEO1106 Business Statistics
BHO1171 Introduction to Marketing
BLO1105 Business Law
BMO1102 Management and Organisation Behaviour
BPD1100 Integrated Business Challenge
Compulsory Major
BAO2001 Corporate Finance
BAO3402 International Banking and Finance
BAO3404 Credit and Lending Decisions
Compulsory Minor (Discipline Minor)
BAO2202 Financial Accounting
BAO2203 Corporate Accounting
BAO2204 Management Accounting
BPD2100 International Business Challenge
Elective 1
Elective 2
Elective 3
(Students are given option to choose electives from other majors that are being offered during the semester)
CAREERS AND PROSPECTS
GRADUATE OUTCOMES AND CAREERS
You'll gain insights into the intricate workings of financial markets and investment management. You'll also learn how to successfully manage financial institutions. Opportunities in the financial services sector are limitless and include roles within:
- Banking
- Funds management
- Financial planning
- Stockbroking
- Superannuation
- Insurance
- Investment
- Risk management
- Financial institution.
Professional Recognition
Graduates who successfully completed the appropriate subjects will meet the academic requirements for admission to the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FIINSIA), The Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP).




TESTIMONIALS

Banking & Finance
University of Hamburg, Germany
Junior Professor
" My experience at VU has been one of fond memories. The lecturers and staff were always dedicated and ready to help me with all my questions. "

Banking & Finance
CIMB Bank Berhad
Assistant Vice President
"VU is about learning that moulds a lifetime, learning that shapes the future and giving memorable life experiences. VU is truly a place I call “my second home”."
INTERESTED?
This specialisation is offered as an option as part of the Bachelor of Business (Hons) degree.
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