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Degree overview
Bridge Finance and Innovation
The Graduate Certificate in Fintech equips students with fundamental financial knowledge, analytical skills and digital capabilities to navigate the rapidly evolving finance landscape. This program provides a unique nexus between traditional financial knowledge and transformative digital technologies.
AACSB & EQUIS
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accredited business school
World top 200
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for business and economics
Top 1%
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university in the world
Career opportunities
This program provides graduates with fundamental financial knowledge and practical skills to operate in the financial services sector.
On completion, you’ll be able to work in roles such as:
- Financial Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Portfolio Manager
- Investment Banker
- Business Consultant
- Corporate Treasurer
- Financial Regulator
- Compliant Expert.
What you will study
Students will gain:
- Core financial management skills
- An understanding of:
- Australian financial markets
- International financial markets
- Analytical skills for:
- Interpreting financial information
- Analysing financial information
- Exposure to emerging technologies, including:
- Artificial intelligence (AI)
- Machine learning
- Data analytics
- Insight into the disruptive applications of these technologies
This 40-unit graduate certificate offers a pathway to the Master of Fintech for students who want to deepen their financial expertise and digital capabilities to build a successful career in the finance sector in the digital era.
How to apply
How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- Decide on your preferred commencement date.
Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.
You are a domestic student if you are:
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
- A permanent resident of Australia
- A holder of a permanent Australian visa.
Apply as an international student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- Decide on your preferred commencement date.
Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.
English proficiency requirements
Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.
- IELTS overall minimum - 6.5
- IELTS section minimum - 6.0
- About English Language Pathways
Apply to the University via our online application portal.
In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.
If you are applying through an education agent, they can also apply through the application portal. Ensure your agent is contracted to the University to avoid delays with your application.
Once you have started your application you will be provided with a reference number. You or your education agent will be able to track your application as it progresses.
Scholarships
Scholarships
If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.
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