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- Top 1% of business schools worldwide with triple crown accreditation
- 92,000+ Business School alumni worldwide
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Study banking
Develop a deep understanding of how banks function
Banks play a critical role in our globalised economy, providing financial services to business and individuals, and facilitating sustainable economic growth.
A qualification in banking from the University of Sydney Business School includes a detailed examination of the workings of banks (and related deposit-taking financial intermediaries) in the context of the banking system in particular, and the financial system generally.
You will learn how to analyse the activities, roles, and regulation of commercial and investment banks. As technological and financial innovation rapidly evolves, graduates with specialised knowledge in this area are highly sought after in the banking industry.
Banking course options
You can choose to undertake a major or specialisation in banking.
Banking units of study available in:
- Master of Commerce (Extension), 2 years full time
- Master of Commerce, 1.5 years full time
- Graduate Diploma in Commerce, 1 year full time
- Graduate Certificate in Commerce, 0.5 years full time
Why study banking with us?
- Study in our ultra-modern Abercrombie Building.
- Learn from academics who are leaders in their field.
- Access our dedicated Careers and Employability Office for specialised services that will help you achieve your career aspirations.
- Experience work and study while you complete your degree with a wide variety of opportunities available in Australia and overseas.
Where can a career in banking take you?
The Australian Banking sector represents a significant industry in Australia, and the big four banks are ranked among the largest in the world.
Our banking units are tailored to provide students with knowledge that will be of use to them in career paths in both the retail and corporate banking sectors as well as the prudential regulatory authorities.
There are many employment opportunities for graduates, including highly rewarding careers in:
- central banking
- commercial and investment banking
- consulting
- financial industry regulation
- financial services
- risk management
Alexander Zeyu Shu
Bachelor of Commerce (Banking)
“Studying banking helped me to gain strong data management and financial analysis skills. I’ve had the chance to dive into the banking world and enrich my view of financial operations, which has also really complimented my marketing major. I feel empowered with a competitive and comprehensive skill set for my future career.”
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