Applied Research Project (FNCE90081)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
The Applied Research Project is an ideal subject to further develop and strengthen students’ research skills by working on a semester-long independent research project. In the industry pathway students will be working on real-world projects. As such, this subject offers an ideal path to secure a job in the finance industry if students perform well on their project. In the academic pathway students will work on an academic research project which will develop skills for students wanting to pursue graduate research opportunities.
This subject is only available to students enrolled in the Master of Finance or Master of Finance (Enhanced). Students may enrol in this subject only with the prior permission of the Program Director.
Students have the option of two pathways:
Pathway A - Industry, is recommended for students in the Master of Finance. Students in Pathway A will spend time working directly with an Industry Partner. The exact time commitment will be agreed with each Industry Partner. For Pathway A, a list of industry projects will be advertised on Canvas and students can apply indicating their interest in specific topics. Students will be selected following an interview with the subject coordinator.
Pathway B - Academic Research, is recommended for students in the Master of Finance (Enhanced). Students in Pathway B are encouraged to select a research topic which aligns with their previous and/or future career activities or interests. For Pathway B, students must discuss possible proposals with the subject coordinator and then submit a detailed research proposal at least three weeks before the start of semester, and approval of the proposal must be finalised before the start of the semester.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Undertake a substantial applied research project (academic or industry focus) requiring and independent investigation on an approved topic in finance.
- Collect and analyse a range of data (both qualitative and/or quantitative) to improve our collective understanding of the chosen topic
- Devise a method of investigation to improve knowledge or understanding the topic identified
- Write a project report that documents the issue, synthesises the data and recommends solutions to the issue identified
- Present the findings orally to an audience of academics or industry experts.
Generic skills
- Oral and written communication
- Problem solving
- Application of theory to practice
- Teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Evaluation of data
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into the MC-FINANCE Master of Finance, MC-FINENH Master of Finance (Enhanced)
AND
Completion of a minimum of 100 credit points of study
AND
Students must submit an online application and participate in required selection procedures.
AND
Students must have achieved a minimum weighted average mark for their finance masters subjects of 75%.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
For Pathway A (with industry partner), Python or other programming skills desirable.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Individual Progress Report
| Week 6 | 20% |
Choice of: an Individual Industry Paper OR an Individual Academic Research Paper
| End of semester | 60% |
Individual Presentation (or equivalent)
| End of semester | 20% |
Additional details
Students have the option of two pathways:
Pathway A - Industry, is recommended for students in the Master of Finance. Students in Pathway A will spend time working directly with an Industry Partner. The exact time commitment will be agreed with each Industry Partner.
Pathway B - Academic Research, is recommended for students in the Master of Finance (Enhanced). Students in Pathway B are encouraged to select a research topic which aligns with their previous and/or future career activities or interests.
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Carole Comerton-Forde Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Independent study or 24 hours in class and with industry partner Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 28 July 2025 to 26 October 2025 Last self-enrol date 8 August 2025 Census date 1 September 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 26 September 2025 Assessment period ends 21 November 2025
What do these dates mean
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- Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
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Last updated: 8 November 2024
Further information
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Last updated: 8 November 2024