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Study at a Business School in the global top 1%. Of the over 13,000 schools offering business degree programs worldwide, QUT is one of only three Australian business schools to be awarded triple international accreditation.
Highlights
- Excel in the finance and banking industry, a fast-moving, high-impact sector shaped by global markets, technology, data, and sustainability.
- Master the core functions of finance, including corporate finance, financial market analysis, investment, asset and risk management, and trading, alongside the sector-wide technologies reshaping each.
- Develop fluency in the technologies leading global financial bodies have identified as fundamental to the future of the sector, such as data analytics, AI, blockchain, and computation infrastructure.
- Sharpen the transferable skills in communication, problem-solving, decision-making and planning across domestic and international business contexts.
- Learn from award-winning academics and industry leaders who bring real-world insight into every class.
- Fast-track your studies and complete this program in as little as 1.5 years with a relevant bachelor’s degree. See entry requirements for details.
Highlights
- Excel in the finance and banking industry, a fast-moving, high-impact sector shaped by global markets, technology, data, and sustainability.
- Master the core functions of finance, including corporate finance, financial market analysis, investment, asset and risk management, and trading, alongside the sector-wide technologies reshaping each.
- Develop fluency in the technologies leading global financial bodies have identified as fundamental to the future of the sector, such as data analytics, AI, blockchain, and computation infrastructure.
- Sharpen the transferable skills in communication, problem-solving, decision-making and planning across domestic and international business contexts.
- Learn from award-winning academics and industry leaders who bring real-world insight into every class.
- Fast-track your studies and complete this program in as little as 1.5 years with a relevant bachelor’s degree. See entry requirements for details.
Why choose this course?
As technology, data, and globalisation reshape the finance and banking industry, there is growing demand for professionals who can navigate complexity and drive ethically informed financial decisions across domestic and global markets.
The Master of Business (Financial Analytics and Technology) prepares you for entry into the financial profession, equipping you with the skills to analyse capital markets, understand how technologies are fundamentally reshaping the financial sector, and recognise how they interact with businesses, households, financial institutions and governments.
The major's technology focus reflects what leading global financial-sector bodies have identified as sector-wide capability shifts — so the skills you build are durable, not just trending.
Explore this course
The Financial Analytics and Technology major prepares you for entry into a rapidly evolving, technology-driven financial profession.
You’ll develop in-demand analytical and technological skills, along with a strong understanding of the economic forces and sector-wide technologies reshaping financial markets. You’ll also gain an understanding of regulatory environments and governance principles, preparing you to make ethically informed decisions in complex financial settings.
Building on this, you’ll put your knowledge into practice through industry-based projects, exploring real-world financial and business challenges — including how sector-wide technologies are creating new investment opportunities, decision-making tools, and ethical questions, alongside considerations of sustainability and the broader impact of organisations in national and global contexts.
By the end of the degree, you’ll be able to confidently interpret and communicate financial information with clarity, using industry-standard analytical tools to analyse data and present insights professionally to a range of audiences. You’ll also develop the ability to think critically and independently, applying your skills to plan and deliver strategic, research-informed responses to real-world financial management challenges in domestic and international contexts.
Careers and outcomes
Upon completing the QUT Master of Business (Financial Analytics and Technology), you’ll have the expertise to step into high-impact roles across the future of finance and banking sector, equipped with the analytical and technological skills the industry increasingly demands.
For those looking to extend their studies, graduates may be eligible to progress to the GQ51 Master of Business Administration, GS50 Executive Master of Business Administration, IF80 Master of Philosophy or IF49 Doctor of Philosophy.
Careers and outcomes
Upon completing the QUT Master of Business (Financial Analytics and Technology), you’ll have the expertise to step into high-impact roles across the future of finance and banking sector, equipped with the analytical and technological skills the industry increasingly demands.
Professional recognition
This major is affiliated with the CFA Institute.
Early exit
Students may exit from the Master of Business (BS12) at the following stages, once those particular course requirements have been met:
- Graduate Diploma of Business (BS68) (Study Area A)
- Graduate Certificate in Digital Business and Innovation (BS36)
Possible careers
- Algorithmic trading analyst
- Banking and finance specialist
- Business analyst
- Digital asset analyst
- Financial analyst
- Financial project manager
- Fintech specialist
- Funds manager
- Investment banker
- Investment manager
- Quantitative analyst
- Risk manager
- Stockbroker
- Course code
- BS12
- CRICOS code
- 085448J
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- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 2 years full-time
- 4 years part-time
- 2 years full-time
- February and July
- February and July
Entry requirements
2 year program
You must have a recognised completed bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7-point scale).
1.5 year program
You must have one of:
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A recognised completed bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in business or a related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7-point scale); or
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A recognised completed bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale) followed by at least 2 years full-time (or equivalent) work experience in business or a related area; or
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Completed BS36 Graduate Certificate in Digital Business and Innovation.
1 year program
You must have one of:
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A recognised completed bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in business or a related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7-point scale) plus completed BS36 Graduate Certificate in Digital Business and Innovation in the Business stream; or
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A recognised completed bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in business or a related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7-point scale) followed by at least 2 years full-time (or equivalent) work experience in business or a related area.
Application dates for 2027 entry
Applications for 2027 entry will open on 4 August 2026.
Minimum academic requirements
Entry requirements
As part of QUT's application for admission process, you will be automatically assessed for the 1 and 1.5 years program. If you wish to be considered for the 2 year program only, please indicate this on your application form.
2 year program
You must have a recognised completed bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7-point scale).
1.5 year program
You must have one of:
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A recognised completed bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in business or a related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7-point scale); or
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A recognised completed bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale) followed by at least 2 years full-time (or equivalent) work experience in business or a related area; or
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Completed BS36 Graduate Certificate in Digital Business and Innovation.
1 year program
You must have one of:
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A recognised completed bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in business or a related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7-point scale) plus completed BS36 Graduate Certificate in Digital Business and Innovation in the Business stream; or
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A recognised completed bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in business or a related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7-point scale) followed by at least 2 years full-time (or equivalent) work experience in business or a related area.
If applying on the basis of work experience you must submit a detailed CV, position details, and employment statements. All work experience must be after completion of your degree studies.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Cambridge C1 Advanced
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| PTE Academic | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| TOEFL iBT Australia Test (120 scale) | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2027 fees
2027: Fee available from October
2027 fees
2027: $51,500 per year full-time (96 credit points)
FEE-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a FEE-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
International Merit Scholarship
A high achievement scholarship for future international undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
International Talent Scholarship
A new scholarship for 2026 that covers tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
Updates about this course
The first intake for this course is February 2027.
For 2026, visit Master of Business (last intake 2026).
Updates about this course
The first intake for this course is February 2027.
For 2026, visit Master of Business (last intake 2026).
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