Master of Business Administration (Majoring in Finance)
Master of Business Administration (Majoring in Finance)
Course overview
The program imparts an in-depth exploration of core areas of finance, such as financial planning and analysis, foreign exchange risk management, fund positioning and budgeting, international financial management, navigating IPOs and mergers and acquisitions, and financial derivatives.
Our MBA program provide advanced knowledge, understanding and analytical skills for managing in the 21st century. This involves using a wide range of knowledge and research to develop interdisciplinary and thematic frameworks that enable managers to successfully analyse, strategically plan, and implement decisions
Various disciplines are used to understand the key themes that confront all managers and organisations. Themes include responsible management practices, globalisation, technology and innovation, individual identity and career development, corporate governance, sustainability, risk and value creation, entrepreneurship and decision making, the knowledge economy, leadership and change, and strategy.
*In 2024, the intake will commence in February
Subjects
Course Structure
4 subjects in Trimester
Study Program
Students need to complete 12 subjects including electives as per study plan.
Core Subjects
- Sustainable Enterprise
- Corporate Strategy
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Managerial Accounting for Decision Making
- Leadership Futures
- Applied Research Project or Professional Project/Internship
2 Elective Subjects
- Economics for a Sustainable World
- Managing Strategic Resources and Operations
- Corporate Responsibility and Governance
- Managerial Accounting for Decision Making
- Project Management Principles and Foundations
4 Major Subjects
- International Finance
- Corporate Finance
- Advanced Investment and Portfolio Analysis
- Advanced Financial Risk Management
For a comprehensive listing and outline of the respective course subjects, please click here.
Eligibility & Requirements
Entry Requirements
The following course pre-requisites have been designed to ensure the assumed base introductory knowledge within the Accounting, Marketing and Management disciplines.
- Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a cognate* discipline from this or another university; or
- Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in any discipline from this or another university and two years business experience in a managerial role; or
- Completion of an AQF level 8 honours degree in any discipline from this or another university; or
- Completion of an AQF level 8 Graduate Certificate in Business Administration from this or another university; or
- Four years business experience in a managerial role**, to the satisfaction of the Course Coordinator; or
- Other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the university as equivalent to the above.
*Cognate disciplines: Accounting and Finance, Marketing, Management, Commerce, Human Resources Management, Economics, Tourism and Hospitality or other disciplines where students will have completed study relating to organisational behaviour, business, strategy, marketing, economics, communication and people management.
**Business experience: Applicants must have a minimum of 4 years full-time equivalent professional work experience in a management, leadership or supervisory level in a business environment or be eligible for a member grade status of a relevant professional organization organisation. Students will have demonstrable effective management experience relating to organisational behaviour, business, strategy, accounting, marketing, economics, communication and people management
English Requirements
- Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of IELTS 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0) / TOEFL (Internet Based) 86 (no component less than 21) / Pearson PTE Academic 58 (no component less than 54) or
- Satisfactory completion of James Cook University Singapore English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP) or
- Successful completion of other qualifications completed in English Language deemed comparable to Australian standards on a case-by-case basis in accordance to JCU
admissions guidelines.
Advanced Standing (if any)
Students may apply for a credit transfer for previous tertiary study or informal and non-formal learning in accordance with the Credit Transfer Procedure.
Credit will be granted for the following:
- An AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a cognate discipline* in conjunction with four (4) years business experience in a managerial role** – 12 credit points
- An AQF level 8 bachelor honours degree in a cognate discipline* – 12 credit points
- The JCU Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
– 12 credit points - Graduate Diploma in a cognate discipline* - up to 12 credit points
Note: where employment experience without qualifications, as provided for in the Admission Requirements, is used to meet entry requirements, that experience will not also be used to give credit.
*Cognate disciplines: Accounting and Finance, Marketing, Management, Commerce, Human Resources Management, Economics, Tourism and Hospitality or other disciplines where students will have completed study relating to organisational behaviour, business, strategy, marketing, economics,
communication and people management.
** Business experience: Applicants must have a minimum of 4 years full-time equivalent professional work experience in a management, leadership or supervisory level in a business environment or be eligible for a member grade status of a relevant professional organization. Students will have demonstrable effective management experience relating or organisational behaviour, business, strategy, marketing, economics, communication and people management.
Maximum allowed: 12 credit points
Attendance Requirements
International students holding a valid Student's Pass are required to attend at least 90% of scheduled classes per month. Failure to attend classes is a breach of the student visa conditions. Being absent from classes for a continuous period of seven days or more, or attendance falling below 90% without valid reasons will result in the student needing to surrender their Student's Pass for cancellation.
Domestic students must attend at least 75% of the scheduled lecture and tutorial activities to be eligible for assessment.
Career Outcomes
The program imparts an in-depth exploration of core areas of finance, such as financial planning and analysis, foreign exchange risk management, fund positioning and budgeting, international financial management, navigating IPOs and mergers and acquisitions, and financial derivatives.
Post-MBA in Finance can work in various fields such as investment banking, financial statement reporting and analysis, hedge fund management, international finance, asset management, management accounting and insurance management.
Tuition Fees
| Domestic** | International |
|---|---|
| S$40,221 | S$41,529 |
**Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and all pass holders excluding those holding a Student Pass).
Note:
- All course fees include the corresponding Singapore Goods and Services Tax (GST), which is 9%.
- The details of the instalment breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for further details.
Note: International students in Singapore on a Student Pass are not permitted to work. For more information please visit http://www.ica.gov.sg.
James Cook University is EduTrust-certified. The EduTrust Certification Scheme (EduTrust) is a quality assurance scheme administered and governed by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) for Private Education Institutions (PEIs) in Singapore. The EduTrust Certification Scheme requires all students to be covered under the Fee Protection Scheme (FPS). In James Cook University, this is provided through Fee Protection Scheme Group Insurance. All students from James Cook University are covered hospitalization, surgery and treatment costs in accordance to insurance policy term and conditions under the Group Hospitalisation and Surgical insurance scheme. James Cook University will advise in the Standard Student Contract the total amount of insurance payable.
For more details please visit SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) website: https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/pei
Disclaimer
Although James Cook University endeavours to ensure the accuracy of this information, there is no guarantee it will remain accurate all year. Applicants are advised to confirm program details with the appropriate school before making an application.
