Program Overview

Master every aspect of the financial sector and apply advanced analysis skills to make informed investment decisions for organisations and individuals with La Trobe's Master of Financial Analysis.

Access professional investment platforms used daily by the world's leading organisations in our trading room. Use powerful tools to analyse both historical and real-time data across international markets, conduct market research, create investment portfolios and respond to breaking news and events. Apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios with work placement and graduate opportunities with leading firms in Australia and around the world.

By completing La Trobe's Master of Financial Analysis, you will:

• Apply advanced analysis skills and digital tools to extract meaningful financial data to inform investment decisions
• Benefit from authentic guidance on current practice with guest lectures from industry experts
• Focus your expertise with specialisations in banking, fintech, international business or business research
• Complete subjects covering more than 70 per cent of Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) examinations
• Graduate ready to apply for membership of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA) (subject to additional or ongoing requirements).

Specialisation: International Business

Understand the opportunities and challenges of conducting business across different countries and cultures.

In this specialisation, you'll explore the fundamental roles of business in the international economy, examine factors that influence a company's international competitive strategies, and evaluate key issues that occur in the ever-changing international business environment. You will learn how to connect and communicate across diverse cultural contexts and acquire an expertise that will allow you to manage internationally orientated organisations effectively.