Christchurch,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Applied Finance and Economics in Christchurch New Zealand | University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury
|
Christchurch New Zealand
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
54,600
(c. USD31,733.19)
Attendance
Full-time
The Master of Applied Finance and Economics is a combined graduate program in Finance and Economics, designed to be finished full-time within 12 to 18 months. Students will engage with advanced studies in both disciplines, culminating in a capstone course featuring four practical modules: cost-benefit analysis, financial strategy, economic forecasting, and investment portfolio management.
The MAFE program provides:
a structured, practice-oriented graduate degree tailored for Finance or Economics majors
training for leadership positions in financial institutions, banking, and government agencies
immersive, real-world application of analytical methods
frequent access to UC Business School's Te Kura Umanga Wāhi Hokohoko Trading Room with Bloomberg terminal access
support for Chartered Financial Analyst exam preparation
a strong history of successful graduate employment outcomes.
Advanced study offers numerous professional advantages including specialized expertise, access to certain careers, improved salary potential, research competencies, academic distinction, and demonstrated dedication.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree that includes intermediate microeconomics, introductory business finance, a calculus-based mathematics course, and an introductory statistics course, and be approved for entry.
Applicants must also satisfy our English language entry requirements:
IELTS (Academic): An average score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
TOEFL (IBT): Total minimum score of 90, minimum score of 19 in reading, writing, and listening.
PTE (Pearson Test of English - Academic): PTE with an overall score of 58 and no PTE communicative skills score below 50.
Applications after this date will be considered if places are available.
Opportunities to meet the entry requirements prior to enrolling in the MAFE:
English language pathway option at CCEL
Students who are at IELTS level 6.0 are welcome to enrol for CCEL English for Academic Purposes 2 (EAP2) online to enhance their English language proficiency. A grade of B+ or higher in this course satisfies UC English language requirements for postgraduate study.
Applications after the deadline date (8 December) will be considered if places are available.
Tuition
NZD
54,600