You may have just completed a degree in finance, or you’ve got some work experience in the industry. If you’re looking to build on your skills to be considered for more senior roles, or if you want to take a slightly different direction in the finance sector, there are courses available to develop your career in finance.
Many of the professional development courses are available online and part time, which will suit those working full time in the finance industry. There are a range of course types available, including certificates, diplomas, masters and short courses.
Cengage Education specialises in professional development learning, and because their courses are delivered via correspondence, you can apply for enrolment regardless of your location. There are financial courses available to assist you in pursuing a career in accounting or financial management. Courses cover topics such as statistical and risk-modelling, international finance and financial services for individuals.
Professional development courses in New South Wales (NSW)
For those looking for managerial roles as a Finance Dealer and Brokers or Finance Associate Professional, TAFE NSW offers a Diploma or a Certificate IV in Financial Services at institutions across the state.
Professional development courses in South Australia (SA)
The University of Adelaide offers a Master of Business and Economics for those who already have a Bachelors degree in any discipline. The two-year course offers specialisations in finance or economics.
Professional development courses in Victoria
The North Melbourne Institute of TAFE offers a range of certificates if you’re looking to specialise in a specific area of the finance industry. RMIT offers undergraduate degrees for those who haven’t yet completed a Bachelors, and postgraduate studies for those who have completed an undergraduate course.
Professional development courses in Queensland
The University of Southern Queensland has six short development courses, which are each worth a third of a full-length MBA course. Half of the finance courses will result in a completion of a Financial Management for exemption purposes, or Financial Planning for exemption purposes.
Professional development courses in Western Australia (WA)
For those with prior tertiary studies, The University of Western Australia offers a range of graduate diplomas, graduate certificates and a Master of Financial Mathematics. The institution also offers a Bachelor of Finance for those with no prior tertiary studies.