These are mandatory and all come with course.
The Master of Finance (MFinc) at the University of Otago will equip students to be either professional practitioners or academic researchers in the field of Finance.
The Master of Finance can be completed in one year of full-time study which consists of a selection of papers plus either an applied or research project.
The program allows for the development of individual skills and applied or theoretical research and investigation.
Starting with a sound background of coursework, students will have the opportunity to contribute to existing or new fields of research (applied or theoretical).
Graduates who follow the option of completing an Applied Project (FINC 501) will have a wide range of career opportunities in commercial and investment banks, brokerage and investment firms, insurance companies, treasury departments of non-financial corporations, regulatory agencies, and consulting and accounting firms.
Graduates completing the Master of Finance with a Research Project (FINC 580) will in addition have the ability to design and pursue a large project of independent research suitable for the PhD.
Starts February (semester 1).
$71,987
| Cost of living | 1 person | $4,140 |
| Accommodation | 1 bed room | $18,696 |
| Tuition | 1 person | $53,291 |
TOEFL iBT Home Edition is currently accepted for applications for intakes commencing semester 2 2022 and 2023 intakes.
Pearson Test of English Academic Online is currently accepted for applications for intakes commencing in semesters 2 2022 and 2023 intakes.
The University of Otago Language Centre English for Otago program offers a pathway for Undergraduate and Postgraduate students to meet the English language requirements.
If you are not sitting the English for Otago entrance exam, these are the entrance requirements:
| Course | Test | Entrance requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate programme | IELTS | 6.0 (no band below 5.5) |
| IELTS Online | 6.0 (no band below 5.5) | |
| TOEFL iBT | 80 (writing 20) TOEFL iBT Home Edition is currently accepted for applications for intakes commencing semester 2 2022 and 2023 intakes. | |
| Pearson Test of English (Academic) | PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42. Pearson Test of English Academic Online is currently accepted for applications for intakes commencing in semester 2 2022 and 2023 intakes. |
Bachelor’s degree in quantitative Finance or mathematically oriented disciplines such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, and Economics, with B+ (75%-79.9%) grades in the final year of study, or
have equivalent alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Commerce).
Applicants should have a good level of understanding of financial markets, derivative securities, and calculus.
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