Master of Applied Finance and Economics

Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Applied Finance and Economics is a joint master's degree in Finance and Economics that can be completed full-time in 12-13 months.

Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Duration

12 - 13 months full-time

Intake Months

Feb

Domestic Fees

$11,778 per year

International Fees

$41,250 per year

About this course

The Master of Applied Finance and Economics is a joint master's degree in Finance and Economics that can be completed full-time in 12-13 months. Students take two semesters of advanced coursework in both subjects, followed by a practical applications course from November-February. The MAFE offers students:a coursework-based alternative to the traditional master's research pathway a capstone course that involves hands-on applications of advanced tools and techniques preparation for careers in business, financial, banking, and public sectors an excellent foundation to pursue further academic training in the USA or the UK, if desired.

Study locations

Main Campus

Career pathways

Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.

Some examples of roles from UC Master of Applied Finance and Economics alumni include:

Corporate Finance Analyst at BDO Christchurch
Valuation and Business Modelling Consultant at EY
Corporate Finance Analyst at Price Waterhouse Coopers
Investment Banking Analyst at Murray & Co
Registered Financial Broker
Commercial Senior Associate at BNZ
Investment Analyst at Consilium NZ
Relationship Consultant, Commercial at ANZ
Risk Assurance Associate at PWC New Zealand
Actuarial Analyst at Suncorp NZ
Instructor on Financial Market and Applied Economics at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso in Chile
Relationship Associate at ANZ
Assurance Associate at PWC
Credit Risk Analyst
Motu, a non-profit Economics and Public Policy Research institute
Analyst with Goldman Sachs
Registered Financial Advisor at Equity Investment Advisors.

Useful information:

Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student and graduate profiles.
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