Graduate Diploma
Get a specialist qualification in finance with Deakin's Graduate Diploma of Finance. Study at a university ranked in the top 1% in the world for finance* and graduate with the skills and knowledge to advance your career.
Want to build a versatile skill set that can be adapted to meet your career goals?
The coursework and research components of this course have been designed to enhance professional practice in a range of financial domains, which may be of particular interest to you if you're currently working as a finance professional.
If you have a non-business undergraduate degree, or you're keen to acquire a professional qualification in finance, this course will also be suitable for you. You will study a combination of core units and electives, enabling you to tailor your studies to suit your goals.
As a graduate, you may also choose to articulate into the Master of Finance.
* QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023
To complete the Graduate Diploma of Finance, students must attain a total of 8 credit points, consisting of 4 credit points of core units and 4 credit points of elective units, plus completion of the compulsory 0-credit point module, DAI001 Academic Integrity Module.
Most units (think of units as 'subjects') are equal to 1 credit point.
4
Core units
4
Elective units
8
Total units
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.
You can also refer to the Recognition of prior learning system which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree and how to apply for credit.