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Graduate Certificate of Digital Finance

Postgraduate coursework

Be positioned for success in the fintech era by learning to work with the essential tools of digital finance, such as blockchain and cryptocurrency.

Key facts

Duration

0.5 year full-time

Locations

Current Deakin Students

To access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook

Course overview

As the finance industry undergoes a digital transformation, are you positioned for the career opportunities already emerging from new financial technologies? Deakin’s Graduate Certificate of Digital Finance equips you with the essential tools and concepts of digital finance.

Do you have the skills to succeed in the fintech era?

Artificial intelligence, blockchain, data analytics and cryptocurrency are just a few of the technologies transforming the finance industry. These innovations are allowing new players, products and business models to come to the fore, forcing established institutions to catch up, and changing the industry for good.

Develop fundamental knowledge of the digital transformation of financial markets, understand the technologies behind new financial products and services and gain critical insights into the ways data analytics empowers financial decision making.

The knowledge and skills you gain from the Graduate Certificate of Digital Finance is applicable to all kinds of finance roles and seniorities. Early career candidates will find the course particularly valuable for analyst roles, including financial, credit, investment, digital banking, or regulatory technology and compliance (regtech).

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Course information

Award granted
Graduate Certificate of Digital Finance
Year

2025 course information

Deakin code
M535
Level
Postgraduate (Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma)
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition

The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8

Course structure

To complete the Graduate Certificate of Digital Finance , students must attain a total of 4 credit points of 3 core units and 1 course elective unit chosen from a specified list, plus completion of the compulsory 0-credit point module, DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin.

Most units (think of units as 'subjects') are equal to 1 credit point.

3

Core units

1

Elective unit

4

Total units

Core units

  • Financial Markets and Digital Innovations
  • Fintech Foundations and Cryptocurrencies
  • Artificial Intelligence Strategies and Enterprise Applications
  • Compulsory 0-credit point module

    To be completed in the first trimester of study:-

  • Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin
  • Course electives

    Plus one course elective chosen from:

  • Financial Data Analytics
  • Managing Digital Transformation
  • Ethics of Digital Transformation
  • Principles of Finance ^
  • ^Students who do not have prior finance background are recommended to take MAF752 in their first trimester of study.

    Intakes by location

    The availability of a course varies across locations and intakes. This means that a course offered in Trimester 1 may not be offered in the same location for Trimester 2 or 3. Check each intake for up-to-date information on when and where you can commence your studies.

    Trimester 1* - March

    • Start date: March
    • Available at:
      • Online

      *part-time study only in Trimester 1

    Trimester 2* - July

    • Start date: July
    • Available at:
      • Online

      *Full-time study only in Trimester 2

    This course is available for part-time study only in Trimester 1

    Full-time study is available to students commencing only in Trimester 2

    Course duration

    Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as failing of units or accessing or completing placements.

    Mandatory student checks

    Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other checks.

    Workload

    You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include lectures, seminars, online interactions, or professional experiences for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) units. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.

    Work experience

    This course does not require students to undertake formal work integrated learning units.

    Entry requirements

    Selection is based on a holistic consideration of your academic merit, work experience, likelihood of success, availability of places, participation requirements, regulatory requirements, and individual circumstances. You will need to meet the minimum academic and English language proficiency requirements or higher to be considered for selection, but this does not guarantee admission.

    A combination of qualifications and experience may be deemed equivalent to minimum academic requirements.

    Academic requirements

    To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:

    • completion of a bachelor degree or higher
    • at least two years’ relevant work experience (or part-time equivalent)

    English language proficiency requirements

    To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:

    Admissions information

    Learn more about Deakin courses and how we compare to other universities when it comes to the quality of our teaching and learning.

    Not sure if you can get into Deakin postgraduate study? Postgraduate study doesn’t have to be a balancing act; we provide flexible course entry and exit options based on your desired career outcomes and the time you are able to commit to your study.

    Recognition of prior learning

    If you have completed previous studies which you believe may reduce the number of units you have to complete at Deakin, indicate in the appropriate section on your application that you wish to be considered for Recognition of prior learning. You will need to provide a certified copy of your previous course details so your credit can be determined. If you are eligible, your offer letter will then contain information about your Recognition of prior learning.
    Your Recognition of prior learning is formally approved prior to your enrolment at Deakin during the Enrolment and Orientation Program. You must bring original documents relating to your previous study so that this approval can occur.

    You can also refer to the recognition of prior learning (RPL) system which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.

    Fees and scholarships

    Fee information

    Estimated tuition fee - full-fee paying place

    The tuition fees you pay are determined by the course you are enrolled in. The 'Estimated tuition fee' is provided as a guide only and represents the typical tuition fees for students completing this course within the same year they started. The cost will vary depending on the units you choose, your study load, the length of your course and any approved Recognition of prior learning you have.

    The 'Estimated tuition fee' is calculated by adding together four credit points of study. Four credit points is used as it represents a typical enrolment load for a Graduate Certificate.

    Each unit you enrol in has a credit point value. You can find the credit point value of each unit under the Unit Description by searching for the unit in the handbook.

    Learn more about tuition fees.

    Scholarship options

    A Deakin scholarship might change your life. If you've got something special to offer Deakin – or you just need the financial help to get you here – we may have a scholarship opportunity for you.

    Search or browse through our scholarships

    Postgraduate bursary

    If you’re a Deakin alumnus commencing a postgraduate award course, you may be eligible to receive a 10% reduction per unit on your enrolment fees.

    Learn more about the 10% Deakin alumni discount

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    Apply directly to Deakin

    Applications can be made directly to the University through StudyLink Connect - Deakin University's International Student Application Service.

    We recommend engaging with a Deakin Authorised Agent who can assist you with the process and submit the application.

    Need more information on how to apply?

    For information on the application process, including required documents and important dates, see the How to apply webpage.
    If you need assistance, please contact us.

    Pathways

    N/A

    Further study options

    This course acts as a pathway to any Deakin Business School Coursework Masters degree that has provision for a minimum of four credit points of electives or for a Faculty-wide specialisation to be taken as part of its structure.

    Careers

    Career outcomes

    This course provides students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in roles including:

    • digital banking business analyst
    • technology/innovation consultant
    • financial/credit/investment analyst
    • regulatory technology/risk/compliance analyst.

    Course learning outcomes

    Deakin's graduate learning outcomes describe the knowledge and capabilities graduates can demonstrate at the completion of their course. These outcomes mean that regardless of the Deakin course you undertake, you can rest assured your degree will teach you the skills and professional attributes that employers value. They'll set you up to learn and work effectively in the future.

    Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes Course Learning Outcomes
    Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities Apply specialised financial technology knowledge and digital skills in financial decision making.

    Communication Communicate financial information and data to support business decision making.
    Digital literacy Apply specialised digital technologies to find, manage and disseminate complex financial data and solutions.

    Critical thinking Critically evaluate, analyse and synthesise financial data to improve the quality of financial decision making.
    Problem solving Identify solutions to complex business problems through the use of financial technology and data analytics.

    Self-management Not explicitly addressed as a learning outcome in this award
    Teamwork Not explicitly addressed as a learning outcome in this award
    Global citizenship Not explicitly addressed as a learning outcome in this award