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Learning Mode
Undergraduate
Qualification
3 years full-time
Duration
Mar, Jul, Sept, Nov
Start Dates
24
Units
$2,124*
Fees Per Unit
The Bachelor of Business – Finance teaches you the skills and knowledge to become an essential player in any business, from global corporations to innovative startups. Whether you’re analysing investments, managing risk, or exploring the future of finance, this degree gives you the tools to succeed.
This major is recognised under the CFA Institute Affiliated University, covering over 70% of Level 1 CFA program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK), emphasising the CFA Institute Codes of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Graduates will gain a leading edge with employers, and strong preparation for the workforce or the CFA examination. You may be eligible for CFA Program Student Scholarships.
‘The online flexibility has been a game changer for me. I have no idea where I would be without the ability to study when and how I need to. I have taken my work interstate, overseas, anywhere you can think of.’
Corey, Swinburne Online graduate
There’s an expected increase of 9.2% for jobs over the next 5 years.
Our Business courses have been ranked in the Top 200 by THE World Universities Rankings for 2025.
Our Business courses have been ranked in the Top 200 by THE World Universities Rankings for 2025.
To be awarded the Bachelor of Business in Finance you must complete 24 units in total made up of:
Each year is split into 3 Teaching Periods (14 weeks per Teaching Period). You can choose to study full-time or part-time depending on your preference.
These are foundational units in major business study areas:
Learning and Communicating for Innovative Business Practice
Financial Information for Decision-Making
Economics for Business Decision-Making
Contemporary Management Principles
Finance major units are designed to dive into practical, future-focused study:
Business for Sustainability, Social Change and Impact
Ethics and International Finance
Recommended electives to round up your degree.
On successful completion of this Course students will be able to:
Course Rules
To qualify for the Bachelor of Business – Finance students must complete 300 credit points comprising of:
Volume of Learning
The Bachelor of Business – Finance consists of 300 credit points. Units normally carry 12.5 credit points (cps). In each year eight (8) units normally constitute a full time load of 100 credit points and four (4) units normally constitute a part-time load of 50 credit points. The volume of learning of the Bachelor of Business – Finance is typically 3 years.
The full Course Information Set and Whole of Institution Set are available for reference.
If you’re applying to Swinburne but haven’t completed Year 12, don’t worry! You can still apply if you have:
For those with prior tertiary studies, you might be eligible for academic credit if your previous studies meet part of the course requirements.
If you have completed Year 12 (the Victorian Certificate of Education – VCE, or an equivalent qualification from interstate or internationally), you can apply based on that.
If you’ve already studied or gained experience in a related area, you may be able to get advanced standing (credit) for your previous work.
To learn more, reach out to a Course Consultant to discuss applying for credit.
Some students start their journey with a Diploma, which can help them progress to a degree.
If you’re applying to Swinburne but haven’t completed Year 12, don’t worry! You can still apply if you have:
For those with prior tertiary studies, you might be eligible for academic credit if your previous studies meet part of the course requirements.
If you have completed Year 12 (the Victorian Certificate of Education – VCE, or an equivalent qualification from interstate or internationally), you can apply based on that.
If you’ve already studied or gained experience in a related area, you may be able to get advanced standing (credit) for your previous work.
To learn more, reach out to a Course Consultant to discuss applying for credit.
Some students start their journey with a Diploma, which can help them progress to a degree.
*Note: Unit fees may change each year.
There are several ways to help manage your course fees:
Please contact our Course Consultant to find out if you’re eligible for financial support.
There are a variety of Swinburne Scholarships to help reduce your costs.
Scholarships are available for both new and current students.
Please contact our Course Consultant to find out if you’re eligible for Swinburne Scholarships.
Credit for prior study:
Services & amenities fee:
For more details on scholarships and financial support, visit the Swinburne website or speak with a Course Consultant!
Let’s take a look at the wide range of roles you can pursue with a Bachelor of Business major in Finance (average annual salaries via Seek):
Help clients from businesses to individuals manage their finances. Provide expert advice on financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis.
Help clients from businesses to individuals manage their finances. Provide expert advice on financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis.
Be the trusted connection between your clients and the stock market You’ll buy and sell stocks, build relationships, share expert financial advice and work with organisations and individuals.
Be the trusted connection between your clients and the stock market You’ll buy and sell stocks, build relationships, share expert financial advice and work with organisations and individuals.
With a solid understanding of business practices, you’ll have the tools you need to set up your own business. Turn your ideas into a reality, and put your knowledge to work as you assess, grow and innovate any market.
With a solid understanding of business practices, you’ll have the tools you need to set up your own business. Turn your ideas into a reality, and put your knowledge to work as you assess, grow and innovate any market.
Using data analytics to assess processes, you’ll determine requirements and deliver data-driven recommendations and reports to key stakeholders. Lead the development of financial strategies and ensure accurate reporting.
Using data analytics to assess processes, you’ll determine requirements and deliver data-driven recommendations and reports to key stakeholders. Lead the development of financial strategies and ensure accurate reporting.
Interpret information from data and reports Build comprehensive spreadsheets and guide important business decisions to improve processes, products and services.
Interpret information from data and reports Build comprehensive spreadsheets and guide important business decisions to improve processes, products and services.
Using financial data, you’ll provide important advice to guide business decisions. Plan, forecast and assess financial risks on behalf of a company, and identify areas of improvement.
Using financial data, you’ll provide important advice to guide business decisions. Plan, forecast and assess financial risks on behalf of a company, and identify areas of improvement.
Your role is all about the future – new customers, new markets, new products and new processes. You’ll plan and strategise development, helping your company to reach their business goals.
Your role is all about the future – new customers, new markets, new products and new processes. You’ll plan and strategise development, helping your company to reach their business goals.
Accounting is a fantastic stepping stone into industries like business, consulting, law, education, or government.
The Bachelor of Business major in Accounting prioritises your readiness to succeed come graduation:
Each degree is thoughtfully designed for online learning, ensuring your experience is fulfilling and supported. At Swinburne Online, we want to ensure that your journey with us is a success. Our team of academic and online experts have developed engaging, media-rich course materials using cutting-edge digital technology and advanced teaching resources.
Canvas is where all your classwork will take place. You’ll experience engaging lectures, tackle assignments, and connect with others on lively discussion boards. All within an easy-to-use platform. Stay on top of your progress, plan your studies with ease, and set your own pace—whether you want to fast-track your degree with up to 12 units a year or take it slow with part-time study. It’s all about balancing your studies with the rest of your life!
We’re there for you each step of the way. Our dedicated Student Advisors are your go-to guides. They’ll help you through your enrolment, course planning, technical support and other questions you might have.
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The suite of Swinburne Online Business degrees provides students with the opportunity to forge connections within the industry. Students hear from industry leaders and work with real-life clients with demonstrated experience within their respective fields, such as SEEK.
