C10155v5 Bachelor of Mathematics and Finance

Overview

In the years since deregulation of the Australian financial system there have been many sweeping changes and a considerable increase in the financial and economic activity of many Australian corporations. During this same period the use of sophisticated quantitative techniques in a variety of areas within the operations of major financial institutions has become the norm. As a consequence, there is a demonstrated and continuing demand for graduates trained in both mathematics and finance. To meet this need the Department of Mathematical Sciences and the School of Finance and Economics jointly offer the Bachelor of Mathematics and Finance.

Mathematical techniques are increasingly important for risk assessment and the optimisation of financial plans and there is a corresponding demand for highly skilled graduates in these areas. Financial institutions, large corporations and government instrumentalities seek graduates of this course to take up rewarding positions in quantitative and financial analysis.

Career options

Career options include stock market analysis, providing advice on portfolio management, option pricing, prediction of movements in international money markets and financial risk management. Major employers of graduates include banks, insurance companies, superannuation providers, government regulatory bodies such as APRA and ASIC, and other major financial bodies.

Assumed knowledge

Mathematics and English.

HSC Mathematics Extension 1 is recommended.

Course duration and attendance

The degree is offered full time over three years or part time over six years.

Course structure

This course comprises 144 credit points of study.

Course completion requirements

Course program

The course commences in Autumn semester. The example program shown assumes full-time attendance.

Honours

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