COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Business Administration/Master of Fintech program at the University of Newcastle requires students to complete 160 units, including 130 units of core courses and 30 units of courses selected from the available course list. The program combines advanced business management principles with specialized knowledge of financial technologies, preparing students for leadership roles in modern digital finance environments. Core courses develop expertise in organisational behaviour and design, marketing strategy, strategic management, corporate governance, social responsibility, and contemporary leadership, providing students with essential managerial and strategic capabilities. The program also focuses on emerging fintech areas through courses such as AI and Data Insight in Business Decisions, Cybersecurity and Risk Management in Banking, Digital Payments and Blockchain Technology, and Digital Innovations in Financial Markets. Students gain advanced financial knowledge through studies in derivatives and financial modelling, investment and portfolio management, financial and management accounting, and corporate finance. These courses enhance students’ ability to analyse financial markets, manage investment decisions, evaluate risks, and apply innovative technologies to financial services. By integrating business leadership, financial expertise, and digital transformation skills, the program prepares graduates to navigate rapidly changing financial landscapes and pursue careers in banking, fintech, investment management, consulting, financial innovation, and strategic business leadership across global industries.