Expand your knowledge of finance
Build on your degree and expand your knowledge of finance—how money is invested, 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 level of communication skills expected of senior business leaders.
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.
Choose your study path
Change focus to study a graduate certificate or diploma
A Graduate Certificate or Diploma in Commerce can be a good way to focus on Finance topics related to work. Or get prepared for further study.
You may also gain a Graduate Certificate or Diploma in Commerce if you don’t finish a Master’s degree, depending on your points and courses.
Study advanced Finance
Deepen your understanding of Finance with:
- Postgraduate Certificate in Commerce
- Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce
- Bachelor of Commerce with Honours
Explore Finance research
Learn advanced Finance knowledge or gain research skills with a Master of Commerce.
Dive deep into advanced research and make an original contribution to Finance with a PhD.
Qualification support and advice
We can help you match your interests and career goals with the right course of study.
If you’re a new student, talk to a Future Student Adviser through our enquiry form.
If you’re already studying with us, talk to Tītoko—Student Success.
For the research portion of your study, you’ll need a supervisor to help guide your research. Your programme coordinator will work with you to find the right person.
Study options
Find out how you can study Postgraduate Finance at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
Why Wellington
Wellington is the administrative and financial centre of New Zealand. Take advantage of the University's connections with government agencies such as the Treasury and the Reserve Bank, and many other private sector institutions and professional bodies.
International recognition
Wellington School of Business and Government is among the top 1% of business schools worldwide that hold the ‘Triple Crown’ of international business education accreditations. By studying here, you can be confident your qualification will be recognised globally for its quality.
Future careers
Your postgraduate Finance studies can lead to a career in a bank, mutual fund, or insurance company, or in the public sector.
Finance graduates often become analysts or managers responsible for investment decisions, capital allocation, and financial strategy in businesses, banks, and government agencies.
Studying Finance prepare you for a range of roles, including:
- senior business leader
- portfolio or fund manager
- risk manager.
More career information
Find out more about careers in finance.
The government careers website, Tahatū, offers more information about jobs, salaries, and current opportunities.
Scholarships
You may be able to get a scholarship to help fund your studies.
We have first year and school-leaver scholarships available, as well as specialised scholarships for different groups and subject areas.
Scholarships for Finance
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This Scholarship was established in 2025 to honour Professor Margaret Hyland who held the role of Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research at Victoria University of Wellington from 2018 to 2025.
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This scholarship is to support doctoral students who are researching in the School of Accounting and Commercial Law.
Scholarships for international students
We are currently offering a NZ$10,000 VUW Postgraduate International Scholarship to all eligible international students enrolling in a Master’s degree or Postgraduate Diploma programme.
Your scholarship will be processed automatically when your programme application is accepted, and the amount will be deducted from your tuition fees.
Other scholarships
We also have postgraduate and doctoral scholarships available, as well as specialised scholarships for different groups and subject areas.
Scholarships for Finance
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This scholarship is to support doctoral students who are researching in the School of Accounting and Commercial Law.
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In honour of Jonathan Nicholls (ACC's Head of Actuarial Services who passed away in early 2015), ACC wishes to promote the actuarial profession in much the same way that Jonathan did. ACC is dedicated to supporting Actuarial Science students and others looking to pursue a career in the actuarial profession.
Join our postgraduate community
The Postgraduate Students’ Association provides a voice for you on campus and information on studying at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
Postgraduate Students’ Association
MAI ki Pōneke
MAI ki Pōneke are part of an international network of Māori and Indigenous postgraduate students. They provide advice, support, and information to Indigenous postgraduate students of all levels, as well as those thinking about enrolling.
Academic staff research areas
Toby Daglish
Head of School
Griffin Geng
Senior Lecturer
Jinji Hao
Senior Lecturer in Finance
Hai Lin
Professor of Finance
Get help to manage your finances
We can help you:
- budget your money
- manage your student loan or allowance
- work out your accommodation payment schedule.
If you’re facing financial difficulties, we can help you apply for the Hardship Fund.
You may be eligible for government or community support, too.
Apply for a New Zealand study visa
You’ll need to apply for a study visa if you plan to study with us as an international student.
You should apply for your visa after you’ve received your Offer of Place, and before you come to New Zealand.