Programme details

Master of Applied Finance and Economics

Enhance your career trajectory by pursuing opportunities in the financial and public sectors.

Course description

If you’re looking to advance your career and access better job opportunities, the Master of Applied Finance and Economics (MAFE) is tailored to prepare you for higher-level positions. The MAFE is a unique master’s program in Finance and Economics that can be completed full-time in 12 to 18 months. The program features an advanced curriculum in both Finance and Economics, culminating in a capstone course that includes four project-based modules: cost-benefit analysis, financial decision-making, forecasting, and portfolio management.

The MAFE offers:

– A coursework-focused master’s degree that prioritizes practical training in Finance and Economics, designed for those with relevant backgrounds.

– Preparation for senior roles in finance, banking, and the public sector. – An intensive, hands-on approach to mastering essential tools and techniques.

– Numerous opportunities to engage with Te Kura Umanga Wāhi Hokohoko | UC Business School Trading Room, which is equipped with Bloomberg terminals.

– Support for candidates preparing for the Chartered Financial Analyst examinations.

– A strong track record of successful graduate placements.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Partner work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 5 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Postgraduate education offers numerous advantages for one’s career, such as the acquisition of specialized skills and advanced knowledge, access to particular professions, increased initial salary and advancement opportunities, enhanced research abilities and accomplishments, as well as a demonstration of significant academic achievement and self-discipline. Some of the prominent career paths include:

Corporate Finance Analyst
Valuation and Business Modelling Consultant
Investment Banking Analyst
Risk Assurance Associate
Actuarial Analyst

Entry requirements

Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree that includes intermediate microeconomics, introductory business finance, a calculus-based mathematics course, and an introductory statistics course, and be approved for entry.

Additionally, if English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. The university recognises the following English Language tests and courses:

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)