Overview

Studying the Finance course at the University of Waikato will prepare you for highly paid positions in the financial and business sectors anywhere in the world.

Finance is focused on managing money, investments, banking and credit, the share, bond and commodity markets, and financial analysis and decision making.

You'll gain a broad understanding of how the world's financial markets operate, and develop skills for financial analysis and decision-making.

Career Opportunities

Banker (investment or commercial)

Banking, financial services and financial regulation

Business analyst

Chief financial officer

Corporate financer

Financial Analyst

Financial manager

Financial planner/advisor

Insurance and finance

Investment advisor

Portfolio manager

Sharebroker

Stockbroker

Treasurer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Practical Business Analytics

Data Analytics with Business Applications

Creating Value with Social Media Analytics

Marketing Analytics and Insights

Financial Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00

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More details

You can apply at any time throughout the year. You will choose your preferred intake during your application process.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

46

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamilton, New Zealand
Tauranga, New Zealand

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

46

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Australian Tertiary Admission Rank of 70 or higher or QLD OP of 14 or lower (if sat prior to 2020). This also applies to students studying Australian qualifications outside Australia, such as the South Australian Matriculation (SAM) and the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE).

Successful completion of GCE Advanced level with a minimum of 6 points taken from three subjects, achieving a minimum grade of C in at least one subject. Points calculated as follows: A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1.

Completion of USA High School Diploma with a GPA of 2.5 in grade 12; or, Completion of the GED with 660 overall (145 min in each subject).

One year of successful Bachelor's degree level study at a recognised institution of university standing.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

38250 NZD / year

≈ 38250 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8204 NZD / year

≈ 8204 NZD / year

Living costs

Hamilton

New Zealand

1470 - 2020 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Hamilton

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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