The School of Economics and Finance is part of Wellington School of Business and Government.
We administer, promote and teach papers for individuals working towards attaining degrees, diplomas and other programmes in the fields of economics, econometrics and finance.
The School strives for academic excellence in all areas.
Build on your degree and expand your knowledge of finance—how money is spent, how risk is managed and how markets work.
Further your understanding of the principles of asset pricing and corporate finance. Develop your research abilities and graduate with the high level of oral and written communication skills expected of senior business leaders.
Choose from an extensive range of topics including capital markets, corporate finance, derivatives, portfolio design and investments. You’ll learn from academics with a wide range of research interests who have strong links to business, government and financial institutions in Wellington and beyond.
Available qualifications
- Bachelor of Commerce with Honours
- Graduate Certificate in Commerce
- Graduate Diploma in Commerce
- Master of Business (Professional)
- Master of Commerce
- Postgraduate Certificate in Business (Professional)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Business (Professional)
- PhD
International recognition
The School of Economics and Finance is recognised as one of the leading centres for teaching and research in the field in Australasia.
It’s part of Wellington School of Business and Government which is among a small group of schools worldwide that hold the ‘Triple Crown’ of international business education accreditations. You can be confident your qualification will stand up against the best around the world.
Find out more about accreditations and what they mean for you.
Careers
Your postgraduate Finance studies can lead to a career in a bank, mutual fund or insurance company, or in the public sector.
Community
Postgraduate study at Victoria University of Wellington will help you build valuable relationships and networks with peers, university staff and future colleagues.
You’ll have opportunities to attend events, seminars, workshops and social functions. The Postgraduate Students’ Association can give you information on study at the University and provides a voice for you on campus.
Returning to study
Many students return to university for postgraduate study after several years away. If it’s been a while since you’ve studied, our liaison officers can help you get back into university life.Returning to study
Scholarships
You can look for scholarships based on your level of study, subject area and background.Search scholarships
University work opportunities
Some Finance staff offer research assistant positions over the summer break, and you may be able to get some paid work during the year as a tutor or marker in undergraduate courses.