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Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence for Finance
Note
This course is not offered to international students.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is driving digital transformation of almost all industry sectors. There is an increasing push for business and finance professionals to improve digital skills relating to AI and invest in transferable skills to meet the growing demand in the market for AI solutions to business problems. Companies and government departments are looking to increase AI expertise within their workforce, but the skills shortage has become a global challenge. The Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence for Finance provides a solid practical foundation of AI technologies and machine learning models to tackle real-world financial challenges, ranging from wealth management and algorithmic trading to sustainable finance initiatives.
In today's rapidly evolving and complex world of finance, AI has become essential for professionals seeking to gain a competitive edge by harnessing the power of data-driven insights and automation. Backed by a team of world-class academics renowned for their active engagement in cutting-edge AI research, students are exposed to the very forefront of AI technologies and their practical applications in the finance sector. This program not only provides a strong foundation but also ensures real-world relevance by featuring guest lecturers from the industry, illustrating the latest developments and applications of AI in finance. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and resources that facilitate hands-on learning, ensuring they are well-equipped to meet the evolving demands of the finance industry. Whether you're an industry insider looking to upskill, an aspiring finance professional or a recent graduate, this program offers a unique learning experience that will empower you to excel in the AI-driven world of finance.
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Course aims
The Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence for Finance has clear and focused aims, designed to empower students with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in the ever-evolving landscape of AI in finance:
- Comprehensive Understanding: The primary goal of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the context of the finance industry. It delves into the fundamentals of AI, its historical development, and its transformative impact on finance.
- Practical Skills: The course aims to equip students with practical skills that are directly applicable to real-world scenarios in finance. This includes proficiency in data analysis, machine learning, deep learning, and AI model deployment, enabling graduates to effectively address financial challenges with AI-driven solutions.
- Informed Decision-Making: Graduates of this course will have the ability to make informed decisions regarding AI technologies in finance. They will understand how AI can be strategically deployed to optimise processes, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation in financial institutions.
- Contributors to Transformation: This course aims to produce graduates who are not only well-versed in AI but also capable of actively contributing to the ongoing digital transformation of the finance industry. Graduates will be prepared to lead and implement AI initiatives that have a positive impact on financial institutions and the broader financial ecosystem.
- Ethical Considerations: The course also emphasises the ethical dimensions of AI in finance, ensuring that graduates are equipped to navigate the ethical challenges and responsibilities associated with AI technologies in the financial sector.
By achieving these aims, this course empowers students to become adept AI practitioners, critical thinkers, and contributors to the advancement of AI in the finance industry.
Course fees
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In most cases, UTS offers domestic students entry to postgraduate courses on a fee paying basis.
Tuition fees are charged:
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- based on the number of credit points in which you are enrolled
- at the rates set for the current year and revised annually
Fees for future year(s) published in the online calculator, whilst unlikely to change, are estimates only. UTS makes every effort to provide up to date future year(s) fee estimates and to limit any changes, however, UTS reserves the right to vary fees for future year(s) at any time.
Tuition fees can be found in the online calculator.
A small number of postgraduate courses offer government subsidised Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). Find out whether there are CSPs available in this course by visiting our postgraduate fees page.
In addition to tuition fees, students are required to pay a Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF). The purchase of textbooks and other course materials may also result in additional costs.
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Careers
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence for Finance possess a versatile skill set that opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities. They are well-equipped to excel in various organisations and roles within the finance sector and beyond. Career options include positions in:
- Banking Institutions: Graduates can pursue roles such as financial analysts, risk managers, or AI strategy consultants within banking institutions, where they apply AI to enhance decision-making, risk assessment, and customer experience.
- Consulting Firms: Graduates can join consulting firms specialising in financial technology and AI, providing expert advice to financial clients on AI strategy, implementation, and optimisation.
- Financial Technology (FinTech) Companies: Many FinTech firms seek professionals who can develop AI-driven solutions for payments, lending, robo-advising, and fraud detection.
- Investment Firms: Graduates can work as quantitative analysts or portfolio managers, utilising AI to optimise investment strategies, identify market opportunities, and manage portfolios.
- Regulatory Bodies: Regulatory agencies increasingly rely on AI for monitoring compliance and detecting financial misconduct, offering opportunities for graduates to contribute to regulatory oversight.
- Startups: Graduates can join AI startups in the finance space, where innovation and entrepreneurship thrive. They may contribute to the development of disruptive AI technologies.
- Wealth Management Companies: In the wealth management sector, graduates can leverage AI to provide tailored investment advice, wealth planning, and client services.
- Insurance Companies: Graduates can play a pivotal role in AI-driven underwriting, claims processing, and risk assessment for insurance firms.
- Government and Public Sector: Government agencies often require AI expertise for policy analysis, economic forecasting, and data-driven decision-making in areas related to finance and economics.
- Academia and Research: For those inclined towards academia, graduates can pursue further studies or research positions, contributing to the advancement of AI in finance through academic institutions.
- Entrepreneurship: Equipped with AI skills, some graduates may choose to start their own AI-focused businesses, offering AI solutions or consultancy services to various clients.
The career paths for graduates of this course are diverse and offer the flexibility to align with individual interests and goals, making it an ideal choice for anyone seeking a dynamic and rewarding career in the intersection of finance and AI.
Course structure
Course structure explained
The course comprises 24 credit points, made up of four compulsory subjects.
Course completion requirements
Requirement | Credit Points |
---|---|
STM91889 Core subjects (GCAAF) | 24 |
Total | 24 |
Additional information
Course duration
The course can be completed in a minimum of eight months study (i.e. 1 x 6 credit points subject per session over 4 x 7-week teaching sessions).
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum academic requirement may still be considered on the basis of a minimum of five years full time, or equivalent, relevant work experience in the finance field.
The relevant work experience must be demonstrated through a C.V. and a Statement of Service, confirming the dates of employment and the position held within the organisation.
The English proficiency requirement for local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
If you don't meet the admission requirements for this course, there may be alternative pathways to help you gain admission.
Assumed knowledge
There is no assumed knowledge for the Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence for Finance. A foundational understanding of finance concepts can enhance the learning experience in this course.
Recognition of prior learning
There is no recognition of prior learning available for this course.
Scholarships and prizes
Scholarships
For Business students
- ARC Linkage Project in digital-twin driven prognostics for the mining industry
- Crescent Leadership Scholarship
- Ericsson Technology Scholarship
- International Research Training Program Scholarship (IRTP)
- Mentoring of Women in Engineering and IT Scholarship
- Mineral Economics and Capital Markets
- Quantum photonics based on single photon emitters
- RACE for 2030 CRC Industry PhD Scholarship
- Rosemary Johnston HDR Scholarship
- Scape Accommodation Scholarship
- Telstra Enterprise Certitude Scholarship
- The Curtis Foundation Humanitarian Scholarship
- The Pendal Group Finance Honours Scholarship
- Thrive: Next Generation Graduates - PhD – Social Science and Policy
- UTS Diploma to Degree Pathway Scholarship
- UTS Housing Resident Networker Scholarship
- UTS Jumbunna Honours Scholarship
- UTS Scholarship for European Undergraduate Students
- UTS Undergraduate Tuition Fee Scholarship
- UTS-Vietnam Government Project 89 PhD Scholarship
- Wikipedia and Australian history and events
Only for international students
- Australia Awards Scholarships (Australian Government Scholarships)
- LATAM International Postgraduate Coursework Scholarship
- Postgraduate Academic Excellence International Scholarship
- UTS Chinese Postgraduate Tuition Fee Scholarship
- UTS MACC Postgraduate Scholarship
- UTS Onshore Postgraduate International Scholarship
- UTS Postgraduate Business Scholarship
- UTS Postgraduate International Scholarship
- UTS Study Abroad Excellence Scholarship
- UTS Vice-Chancellor’s International Postgraduate Coursework Scholarship
For all domestic students
Only for Aboriginal Australian or Torres Strait Islander students
- Breville Australia Indigenous Scholarship for Business/ Marketing
- Indigenous Education Costs Scholarship
- Indigenous Relocation and Accommodation Scholarship
- Jumbunna Accommodation Scholarship
- LEVO Indigenous Technology Scholarship
- Lindsay Croft Postgraduate Memorial Scholarship
- Transgrid Indigenous Scholarship for Engineering and Information Technology
Prizes and awards
For Business students
- AiQual Technologies Prize
- Alan Betts Memorial Prize
- Aqua Nine and DeAúrora UTS Good Manufacturing Practice Prize
- BDO East Coast Partnership UTS Venture Day Prize
- Blanchfield Nicholls Prize
- Business Deans Merit List (Postgraduate)
- CommBank & Telstra UTS Best Venture Prize
- Commonwealth Bank UTS Venture Day Prize
- Customer Service Institute of Australia EMBA Excellence Award in Marketing
- Dame Mary Gilmore Memorial Prize in Journalism
- Engineering (Management) Postgraduate Achievement Prize
- Engineering (Technical) Postgraduate Achievement Prize
- Gareth Ivory Memorial Prize in Journalism
- Gilbert & Tobin UTS Venture Day Prize
- Guy Morrison Prize for Excellence
- Henry Davis York Prize
- Industrial Relations Society of NSW Prize for Excellence in Industrial Relations Undergraduate Study
- Information Technology Postgraduate Achievement Prize
- Kazacos Prize in Entrepreneurship for Best Social Venture
- Lance Jolly Prize
- Marketing Discipline Group Prize for Academic Excellence in Marketing Management
- Orthoptics Australia Prize
- Paul Thorley Prize
- Pharmaceutical Defence Limited Prize
- Pharmaceutical Society of Australia Prize for Excellence in Pharmacy
- PMI Project Management Prize
- Robert Greenwood QC Memorial Prize
- Rod Bertram Memorial Prize
- SHPA NSW Branch Prize for Excellence in Clinical Practice
- Sydney Mechanics’ School of Arts Award for Achievement in Adult Education
- Teachers Mutual Bank Rural Student Placement Prize
- The BioCeuticals Prize for Good Manufacturing Practice
- The Carla Zampatti Foundation Design Award
- The Complementary Medicine Group (CMG) for Good Manufacturing Practice Prize
- The iNova Pharmaceuticals Prize for Good Manufacturing Practice
- The Star Combo Pharma Prize for Good Manufacturing Practice
- The Webstercare Prize for Good Manufacturing Practice
- Trevor Buchner Design Prize
- UTS Anthology Writing Prize
- UTS Business School Dean’s Award - For-Profit Venture
- UTS Business School Dean’s Award - Social Venture
- Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation Regional Journalism Prize
- Zonta Club of Sydney Inc Prize for the Woman MBA Graduate of the Year
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Scholarships, prizes and awards
Scholarships
For Business students
- ARC Linkage Project in digital-twin driven prognostics for the mining industry
- Crescent Leadership Scholarship
- Ericsson Technology Scholarship
- International Research Training Program Scholarship (IRTP)
- Mentoring of Women in Engineering and IT Scholarship
- Mineral Economics and Capital Markets
- Quantum photonics based on single photon emitters
- RACE for 2030 CRC Industry PhD Scholarship
- Rosemary Johnston HDR Scholarship
- Scape Accommodation Scholarship
- Telstra Enterprise Certitude Scholarship
- The Curtis Foundation Humanitarian Scholarship
- The Pendal Group Finance Honours Scholarship
- Thrive: Next Generation Graduates - PhD – Social Science and Policy
- UTS Diploma to Degree Pathway Scholarship
- UTS Housing Resident Networker Scholarship
- UTS Jumbunna Honours Scholarship
- UTS Scholarship for European Undergraduate Students
- UTS Undergraduate Tuition Fee Scholarship
- UTS-Vietnam Government Project 89 PhD Scholarship
- Wikipedia and Australian history and events
Only for international students
- Australia Awards Scholarships (Australian Government Scholarships)
- LATAM International Postgraduate Coursework Scholarship
- Postgraduate Academic Excellence International Scholarship
- UTS Chinese Postgraduate Tuition Fee Scholarship
- UTS MACC Postgraduate Scholarship
- UTS Onshore Postgraduate International Scholarship
- UTS Postgraduate Business Scholarship
- UTS Postgraduate International Scholarship
- UTS Study Abroad Excellence Scholarship
- UTS Vice-Chancellor’s International Postgraduate Coursework Scholarship
For all domestic students
Only for Aboriginal Australian or Torres Strait Islander students
- Breville Australia Indigenous Scholarship for Business/ Marketing
- Indigenous Education Costs Scholarship
- Indigenous Relocation and Accommodation Scholarship
- Jumbunna Accommodation Scholarship
- LEVO Indigenous Technology Scholarship
- Lindsay Croft Postgraduate Memorial Scholarship
- Transgrid Indigenous Scholarship for Engineering and Information Technology
Prizes and awards
For Business students
- AiQual Technologies Prize
- Alan Betts Memorial Prize
- Aqua Nine and DeAúrora UTS Good Manufacturing Practice Prize
- BDO East Coast Partnership UTS Venture Day Prize
- Blanchfield Nicholls Prize
- Business Deans Merit List (Postgraduate)
- CommBank & Telstra UTS Best Venture Prize
- Commonwealth Bank UTS Venture Day Prize
- Customer Service Institute of Australia EMBA Excellence Award in Marketing
- Dame Mary Gilmore Memorial Prize in Journalism
- Engineering (Management) Postgraduate Achievement Prize
- Engineering (Technical) Postgraduate Achievement Prize
- Gareth Ivory Memorial Prize in Journalism
- Gilbert & Tobin UTS Venture Day Prize
- Guy Morrison Prize for Excellence
- Henry Davis York Prize
- Industrial Relations Society of NSW Prize for Excellence in Industrial Relations Undergraduate Study
- Information Technology Postgraduate Achievement Prize
- Kazacos Prize in Entrepreneurship for Best Social Venture
- Lance Jolly Prize
- Marketing Discipline Group Prize for Academic Excellence in Marketing Management
- Orthoptics Australia Prize
- Paul Thorley Prize
- Pharmaceutical Defence Limited Prize
- Pharmaceutical Society of Australia Prize for Excellence in Pharmacy
- PMI Project Management Prize
- Robert Greenwood QC Memorial Prize
- Rod Bertram Memorial Prize
- SHPA NSW Branch Prize for Excellence in Clinical Practice
- Sydney Mechanics’ School of Arts Award for Achievement in Adult Education
- Teachers Mutual Bank Rural Student Placement Prize
- The BioCeuticals Prize for Good Manufacturing Practice
- The Carla Zampatti Foundation Design Award
- The Complementary Medicine Group (CMG) for Good Manufacturing Practice Prize
- The iNova Pharmaceuticals Prize for Good Manufacturing Practice
- The Star Combo Pharma Prize for Good Manufacturing Practice
- The Webstercare Prize for Good Manufacturing Practice
- Trevor Buchner Design Prize
- UTS Anthology Writing Prize
- UTS Business School Dean’s Award - For-Profit Venture
- UTS Business School Dean’s Award - Social Venture
- Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation Regional Journalism Prize
- Zonta Club of Sydney Inc Prize for the Woman MBA Graduate of the Year
International students
How to apply
This course is not available to international applicants. UTS International has information on all courses available to international applicants wishing to study at UTS.
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Scholarships, prizes and awards
Scholarships
For Business students
- ARC Linkage Project in digital-twin driven prognostics for the mining industry
- Crescent Leadership Scholarship
- Ericsson Technology Scholarship
- International Research Training Program Scholarship (IRTP)
- Mentoring of Women in Engineering and IT Scholarship
- Mineral Economics and Capital Markets
- Quantum photonics based on single photon emitters
- RACE for 2030 CRC Industry PhD Scholarship
- Rosemary Johnston HDR Scholarship
- Scape Accommodation Scholarship
- Telstra Enterprise Certitude Scholarship
- The Curtis Foundation Humanitarian Scholarship
- The Pendal Group Finance Honours Scholarship
- Thrive: Next Generation Graduates - PhD – Social Science and Policy
- UTS Diploma to Degree Pathway Scholarship
- UTS Housing Resident Networker Scholarship
- UTS Jumbunna Honours Scholarship
- UTS Scholarship for European Undergraduate Students
- UTS Undergraduate Tuition Fee Scholarship
- UTS-Vietnam Government Project 89 PhD Scholarship
- Wikipedia and Australian history and events
Only for international students
- Australia Awards Scholarships (Australian Government Scholarships)
- LATAM International Postgraduate Coursework Scholarship
- Postgraduate Academic Excellence International Scholarship
- UTS Chinese Postgraduate Tuition Fee Scholarship
- UTS MACC Postgraduate Scholarship
- UTS Onshore Postgraduate International Scholarship
- UTS Postgraduate Business Scholarship
- UTS Postgraduate International Scholarship
- UTS Study Abroad Excellence Scholarship
- UTS Vice-Chancellor’s International Postgraduate Coursework Scholarship
For all domestic students
Only for Aboriginal Australian or Torres Strait Islander students
- Breville Australia Indigenous Scholarship for Business/ Marketing
- Indigenous Education Costs Scholarship
- Indigenous Relocation and Accommodation Scholarship
- Jumbunna Accommodation Scholarship
- LEVO Indigenous Technology Scholarship
- Lindsay Croft Postgraduate Memorial Scholarship
- Transgrid Indigenous Scholarship for Engineering and Information Technology
Prizes and awards
For Business students
- AiQual Technologies Prize
- Alan Betts Memorial Prize
- Aqua Nine and DeAúrora UTS Good Manufacturing Practice Prize
- BDO East Coast Partnership UTS Venture Day Prize
- Blanchfield Nicholls Prize
- Business Deans Merit List (Postgraduate)
- CommBank & Telstra UTS Best Venture Prize
- Commonwealth Bank UTS Venture Day Prize
- Customer Service Institute of Australia EMBA Excellence Award in Marketing
- Dame Mary Gilmore Memorial Prize in Journalism
- Engineering (Management) Postgraduate Achievement Prize
- Engineering (Technical) Postgraduate Achievement Prize
- Gareth Ivory Memorial Prize in Journalism
- Gilbert & Tobin UTS Venture Day Prize
- Guy Morrison Prize for Excellence
- Henry Davis York Prize
- Industrial Relations Society of NSW Prize for Excellence in Industrial Relations Undergraduate Study
- Information Technology Postgraduate Achievement Prize
- Kazacos Prize in Entrepreneurship for Best Social Venture
- Lance Jolly Prize
- Marketing Discipline Group Prize for Academic Excellence in Marketing Management
- Orthoptics Australia Prize
- Paul Thorley Prize
- Pharmaceutical Defence Limited Prize
- Pharmaceutical Society of Australia Prize for Excellence in Pharmacy
- PMI Project Management Prize
- Robert Greenwood QC Memorial Prize
- Rod Bertram Memorial Prize
- SHPA NSW Branch Prize for Excellence in Clinical Practice
- Sydney Mechanics’ School of Arts Award for Achievement in Adult Education
- Teachers Mutual Bank Rural Student Placement Prize
- The BioCeuticals Prize for Good Manufacturing Practice
- The Carla Zampatti Foundation Design Award
- The Complementary Medicine Group (CMG) for Good Manufacturing Practice Prize
- The iNova Pharmaceuticals Prize for Good Manufacturing Practice
- The Star Combo Pharma Prize for Good Manufacturing Practice
- The Webstercare Prize for Good Manufacturing Practice
- Trevor Buchner Design Prize
- UTS Anthology Writing Prize
- UTS Business School Dean’s Award - For-Profit Venture
- UTS Business School Dean’s Award - Social Venture
- Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation Regional Journalism Prize
- Zonta Club of Sydney Inc Prize for the Woman MBA Graduate of the Year