Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)

Curtin University

Gain comprehensive skills in managing money and knowledge of financial markets, and learn how to manage investment risks that we may face in the future. Finance professionals operate globally with great flexibility, helping people and companies manage financial matters, set their financial goals and make investment decisions. They work in a range of areas – including corporate finance, financial markets, managed funds, superannuation, banking, and private wealth management.In this course you’ll learn about the role, structure, and operations of financial markets, and how to make decisions on investments, funding activities and disbursement of profits. You’ll become skilled in providing finance solutions and advice on starting or expanding businesses, drawing on acquired knowledge in capital budgeting, financial risk management, cash flow and profitability analyses.You’ll develop strong practical skills using industry-standard LSEG Workspace software for trading and analysis, and simulated trading through StockTrak. You could also begin building your professional network, with opportunities to engage with industry professionals through internships, guest lectures and industry events, such as the CFA Institute Research Challenge. The finance industry is a dynamic area that offers challenging careers with high earning potential. This versatile major can be tailored to suit a particular career, or complemented with other business areas, such as Accounting or Economics, to provide broad career options.

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