Overview

On the Master in Banking and Finance at Macquarie University you’ll develop your knowledge and skills in the core areas of financial principles, analysis and modelling, econometrics and statistics. And you’ll have the opportunity to undertake electives in areas such as fintech, environmental finance, capital markets and business valuation.

It’s an indisputable fact that money makes the world go round. Consequently, some of the most important, exciting and rewarding jobs can be found in the banking and finance sector. A career in this dynamic field has the potential not only to take you around the world, but also to make a considerable impact on people across the globe.

Key features

Broaden your knowledge and skill set

Explore your areas of interest through a wide selection of specialised elective streams.

Study in our state-of-the-art facilities

Access real-time and simulation data in our Finance Decision Lab, and gain hands-on experience in financial decision making.

Study when it suits you

Study during the day at our Macquarie Park and city campuses, or in the evening at Macquarie Park.

Career Opportunities

Corporate finance manager

Credit risk analyst

Finance manager

Financial adviser or analyst

Fund manager

Investment adviser

Mortgage broker

Risk management specialist

Stockbroker

Superannuation adviser or analyst

Accreditation

Macquarie Business School is a member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Banking and Financial Intermediation

Corporate Finance

Investments

Current Issues in Banking and Finance

Economics for Professionals

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-06 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-08 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sydney, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 087880K

2 years

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent

1.5 years

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent and minimum of two years (full-time equivalent) of relevant approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning

1 year

AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent

Meet two of the following three criteria:

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent

Two years relevant (full-time equivalent) work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65 or higher, or a minimum WAM of 60 together with a GMAT score of 600 or higher

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

46900 AUD / year

≈ 46900 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

35200 AUD / year

≈ 35200 AUD / year

Additional Details

National students:

Domestic Commonwealth supported place also offered

Living costs

Sydney

Australia

1882 - 3547 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Macquarie has one of the most generous international scholarship programs in Australia.

This includes a wide variety of long and short term opportunities for international students. The range of scholarships available can depend on the country you are from, with other eligibility factors including your field of study and academic or sporting achievements.

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Scholarships Information

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Career Opportunities

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Sydney

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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