Finance

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Dr Darren Henry - School of Economics and Finance

Courses

Local students

Finance courses
Offer yearCourse titleCampus(es)DurationSemester starts
2011 Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) Melbourne
Bendigo
Melbourne (City)
Albury-Wodonga
3 years full-time or 6 years part-time Anytime

Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) continued…

Course description
Candidates can undertake research in the following areas. Business: corporate social responsibility, management and organisational behaviour; marketing and policy; organisational change; performance management; sustainable regional communities; macroeconomic policy; globalisation and economic development; employment relations; financial economics; industrial organisation and business strategy; adventure tourism; environmental tourism; tourism and destination branding; media and tourism; tourism and hospitality; business and managerial psychology; and innovation and knowledge. Law: access to justice; legal services and the legal profession; constitutional and administrative law; corporations law; securities regulation and corporate governance; commercial law; banking law and income taxation; labour law; utilities regulation; disability law; health and medical law; international, comparative, and Asian law; Indigenous law; refugee law; mediation; negotiation; and complaints handling and systems design.
Prerequisite
Masters or Honours degree of at least H2A standard, with dissertation demonstrating ability to undertake research at doctoral level, or equivalent demonstrated skills, experience, research or publications.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Law and Management (Doctor)Melbourne
Law and Management (Doctor)Bendigo
2012 Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo
Melbourne
Melbourne (City)
3 years full-time or 6 years part-time Anytime

Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) continued…

Course description
Candidates can undertake research in the following areas. Business: corporate social responsibility, management and organisational behaviour; marketing and policy; organisational change; performance management; sustainable regional communities; macroeconomic policy; globalisation and economic development; employment relations; financial economics; industrial organisation and business strategy; adventure tourism; environmental tourism; tourism and destination branding; media and tourism; tourism and hospitality; business and managerial psychology; and innovation and knowledge. Law: access to justice; legal services and the legal profession; constitutional and administrative law; corporations law; securities regulation and corporate governance; commercial law; banking law and income taxation; labour law; utilities regulation; disability law; health and medical law; international, comparative, and Asian law; Indigenous law; refugee law; mediation; negotiation; and complaints handling and systems design.
Prerequisite
Masters or Honours degree of at least H2A standard, with dissertation demonstrating ability to undertake research at doctoral level, or equivalent demonstrated skills, experience, research or publications.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Law and Management (Doctor)Melbourne
Law and Management (Doctor)Bendigo
2011 Master of Arts Melbourne
Bendigo
Shepparton
Albury-Wodonga
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time. Anytime

Master of Arts continued…

Course description
Candidates submit a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Research can be undertaken in any discipline within the Faculty of Law and Management.
Prerequisite
Bachelor's degree with at least second-class Honours in appropriate discipline, or equivalent.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Melbourne
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Bendigo
2012 Master of Arts Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo
Melbourne
Shepparton
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time. Anytime

Master of Arts continued…

Course description
Candidates submit a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Research can be undertaken in any discipline within the Faculty of Law and Management.
Prerequisite
Bachelor's degree with at least second-class Honours in appropriate discipline, or equivalent.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Melbourne
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Bendigo
2011 Master of Business Melbourne
Bendigo
Shepparton
Albury-Wodonga
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time Anytime

Master of Business continued…

Course description
This program requires the submission of a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Candidates can undertake research in human resource management, management, management information systems, marketing, organisational behaviour, sport and leisure management, or tourism.
Prerequisite
Bachelor degree with at least second-class Honours in an appropriate discipline, or qualifications considered by the Higher Degrees Committee to provide equivalent preparation for postgraduate research.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Business (Master)Melbourne
Business (Master)Bendigo
2012 Master of Business Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo
Melbourne
Shepparton
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time Anytime

Master of Business continued…

Course description
This program requires the submission of a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Candidates can undertake research in human resource management, management, management information systems, marketing, organisational behaviour, sport and leisure management, or tourism.
Prerequisite
Bachelor degree with at least second-class Honours in an appropriate discipline, or qualifications considered by the Higher Degrees Committee to provide equivalent preparation for postgraduate research.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Business (Master)Melbourne
Business (Master)Bendigo
2011 Master of Commerce Melbourne
Bendigo
Shepparton
Albury-Wodonga
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time Anytime

Master of Commerce continued…

Course description
This program requires the submission of a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Candidates can pursue research in corporate reporting, governance and accounting policy, public sector accounting, asset pricing and financial markets, corporate finance, or accounting.
Prerequisite
Bachelor degree with at least second-class Honours in an appropriate discipline, or equivalent.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Commerce (Master)Melbourne
Commerce (Master)Bendigo
2012 Master of Commerce Bendigo
Melbourne
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time Anytime

Master of Commerce continued…

Course description
This program requires the submission of a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Candidates can pursue research in corporate reporting, governance and accounting policy, public sector accounting, asset pricing and financial markets, corporate finance, or accounting.
Prerequisite
Bachelor degree with at least second-class Honours in an appropriate discipline, or equivalent.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Commerce (Master)Melbourne
Commerce (Master)Bendigo
2011 Master of Economics Melbourne
Bendigo
Albury-Wodonga
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time Anytime

Master of Economics continued…

Course description
This program requires the submission of a thesis of not more than 60 000 words. Candidates can pursue research in macroeconomic policy, economic growth, monetary policy, labour market policy, globalisation and economic development, financial economics, asset pricing and financial markets, or corporate finance and governance.
Prerequisite
Bachelor degree with at least second-class Honours in an appropriate discipline, or equivalent.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Economics (Master)Melbourne
Economics (Master)Bendigo
Economics (Master)Albury-Wodonga
2012 Master of Economics Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo
Melbourne
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time Anytime

Master of Economics continued…

Course description
This program requires the submission of a thesis of not more than 60 000 words. Candidates can pursue research in macroeconomic policy, economic growth, monetary policy, labour market policy, globalisation and economic development, financial economics, asset pricing and financial markets, or corporate finance and governance.
Prerequisite
Bachelor degree with at least second-class Honours in an appropriate discipline, or equivalent.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Economics (Master)Melbourne
Economics (Master)Bendigo
Economics (Master)Albury-Wodonga

How to apply

You can apply for research candidature at any time. However, applications for research scholarships close on 31 October.

To apply for Master's candidature, you need an Honours degree or Master's Preliminary. For Doctoral (PhD) candidature, you need a Master's or a Bachelor's degree with Honours, usually with a result of at least H2A.

Before applying, it's best to contact a potential academic supervisor and receive in-principle approval for your topic.

Once you've done this, you can download an application form [PDF 1.02Mb] and submit it to La Trobe's Research Services office.

Fees and scholarships

Research degrees are funded by the Commonwealth Government via the Research Training Scheme (RTS) (fees may apply to some components of some Professional Doctorates).

There are a range of scholarships available for local students.

International students

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Finance international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2011 Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) (002106G) Melbourne
Bendigo
4 years Anytime $20 750

Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) continued…

Year
2011
Course description
Candidates can undertake research in the following areas. Business: corporate social responsibility, management and organisational behaviour; marketing and policy; organisational change; performance management; sustainable regional communities; macroeconomic policy; globalisation and economic development; employment relations; financial economics; industrial organisation and business strategy; adventure tourism; environmental tourism; tourism and destination branding; media and tourism; tourism and hospitality; business and managerial psychology; and innovation and knowledge. Law: access to justice; legal services and the legal profession; constitutional and administrative law; corporations law; securities regulation and corporate governance; commercial law; banking law and income taxation; labour law; utilities regulation; disability law; health and medical law; international, comparative, and Asian law; Indigenous law; refugee law; mediation; negotiation; and complaints handling and systems design.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent.
Course details
Law and Management (Doctor)Melbourne
Law and Management (Doctor)Bendigo
2012 Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) (002106G) Bendigo
Melbourne
Albury-Wodonga
4 years Anytime $22 200

Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) continued…

Year
2012
Course description
Candidates can undertake research in the following areas. Business: corporate social responsibility, management and organisational behaviour; marketing and policy; organisational change; performance management; sustainable regional communities; macroeconomic policy; globalisation and economic development; employment relations; financial economics; industrial organisation and business strategy; adventure tourism; environmental tourism; tourism and destination branding; media and tourism; tourism and hospitality; business and managerial psychology; and innovation and knowledge. Law: access to justice; legal services and the legal profession; constitutional and administrative law; corporations law; securities regulation and corporate governance; commercial law; banking law and income taxation; labour law; utilities regulation; disability law; health and medical law; international, comparative, and Asian law; Indigenous law; refugee law; mediation; negotiation; and complaints handling and systems design.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent.
Course details
Law and Management (Doctor)Melbourne
Law and Management (Doctor)Bendigo
2011 Master of Arts (055083D) Melbourne
Bendigo
2 years Anytime $20 750

Master of Arts continued…

Year
2011
Course description
Candidates submit a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Research can be undertaken in any discipline within the Faculty of Law and Management.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances.
Course details
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Melbourne
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Bendigo
2012 Master of Arts (055083D) Bendigo
Melbourne
Albury-Wodonga
Shepparton
2 years Anytime $22 200

Master of Arts continued…

Year
2012
Course description
Candidates submit a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Research can be undertaken in any discipline within the Faculty of Law and Management.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances.
Course details
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Melbourne
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Bendigo
2011 Master of Business (055085B) Melbourne
Bendigo
Albury-Wodonga
2 years Anytime $20 750

Master of Business continued…

Year
2011
Course description
This program requires the submission of a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Candidates can undertake research in human resource management, management, management information systems, marketing, organisational behaviour, sport and leisure management, or tourism.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances.
Course details
Business (Master)Melbourne
Business (Master)Bendigo
2012 Master of Business (055085B) Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo
Melbourne
Shepparton
2 years Anytime $22 200

Master of Business continued…

Year
2012
Course description
This program requires the submission of a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Candidates can undertake research in human resource management, management, management information systems, marketing, organisational behaviour, sport and leisure management, or tourism.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances.
Course details
Business (Master)Melbourne
Business (Master)Bendigo
2011 Master of Commerce (055086A) Melbourne
Bendigo
2 years Anytime $20 750

Master of Commerce continued…

Year
2011
Course description
This program requires the submission of a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Candidates can pursue research in corporate reporting, governance and accounting policy, public sector accounting, asset pricing and financial markets, corporate finance, or accounting.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances.
Course details
Commerce (Master)Melbourne
Commerce (Master)Bendigo
2012 Master of Commerce (055086A) Bendigo
Melbourne
Albury-Wodonga
2 years Anytime $22 200

Master of Commerce continued…

Year
2012
Course description
This program requires the submission of a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Candidates can pursue research in corporate reporting, governance and accounting policy, public sector accounting, asset pricing and financial markets, corporate finance, or accounting.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances.
Course details
Commerce (Master)Melbourne
Commerce (Master)Bendigo
2011 Master of Economics (055087M) Melbourne
Bendigo
2 years Anytime $20 750

Master of Economics continued…

Year
2011
Course description
This program requires the submission of a thesis of not more than 60 000 words. Candidates can pursue research in macroeconomic policy, economic growth, monetary policy, labour market policy, globalisation and economic development, financial economics, asset pricing and financial markets, or corporate finance and governance.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from La Trobe Melbourne ; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances.
Course details
Economics (Master)Melbourne
Economics (Master)Bendigo
Economics (Master)Albury-Wodonga
2012 Master of Economics (055087M) Bendigo
Melbourne
Albury-Wodonga
2 years Anytime $22 200

Master of Economics continued…

Year
2012
Course description
This program requires the submission of a thesis of not more than 60 000 words. Candidates can pursue research in macroeconomic policy, economic growth, monetary policy, labour market policy, globalisation and economic development, financial economics, asset pricing and financial markets, or corporate finance and governance.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre La Trobe International College ; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances.
Course details
Economics (Master)Melbourne
Economics (Master)Bendigo
Economics (Master)Albury-Wodonga

Fees and scholarships

Estimated fee costs for international students is indicated for each course above. There are also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

Your study experience

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