Course essentials
| Location Curtin Singapore Campus |
Study Method: On-Campus |
Study Mode Full-time or part-time |
| Intake: February, July, November |
Duration: 2 years full-time (6 trimesters) or part-time equivalent |
Outline
Develop a career in the marketing and finance sectors. In this double major you’ll gain a broad understanding of the structure and operations of financial markets in Australia, together with the theory and techniques underlying financial management. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to organise and control marketing activities efficiently in a highly competitive environment.
Course Structure
Credits needed to graduate: 600.
Each unit is 25 credits unless stated otherwise.
Trimester 1
- Financial Decision Making
- Discovering Marketing
- Analytics for Decision Making
- Communication, Culture and Indigenous Perspectives in Business
Trimester 2
- Strategic Career Design
- Markets and Legal Frameworks
- Introduction to Finance Principles
- Introduction to Global Business
Trimester 3
- Introduction to Financial Instruments and Markets
- Business Analysis for Investment
- Consumer Behaviour
- Quantitative Techniques for Business
Trimester 4
Trimester 5
- Portfolio Management
- Introduction to Derivative Securities
- Retailing and E-Commerce
- Corporate Marketing Strategy
Trimester 6
- International Finance
- Services Marketing
- Managing Social Media Platforms
- Enhancing Your Business Mind
Units are not necessarily shown in the order studied. Units are subject to change.
Admission Criteria
Cut-off scores
| Qualification | Score |
| GCE A Level/STPM | 5 |
| Malaysia UEC | 15 |
| Indonesia SMA | 77% |
| Vietnam TN PTTH | 7.5 |
| India (HSC) | 65% |
| China Gao Kao | 67% |
| ATAR (including WACE/SACE/HCE/VCE) | 70 |
| IB Diploma | 24 |
| SAT | 1000 |
English requirements
| IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) | |
| Writing | 6.0 |
| Speaking | 6.0 |
| Reading | 6.0 |
| Listening | 6.0 |
| Overall band score | 6.0 |
Other notes
Local polytechnic diploma qualifications are accepted into the course.
Fees and Charges
| Tuition fee for local students | Fee before 9% GST | Fee including 9% GST |
| Total tuition fee | S$39,480 | S$43,033.20 |
Payable over six trimester instalments
| Tuition fee for international students | Fee before 9% GST | Fee including 9% GST |
| Total tuition fee | S$56,400 | S$61,476 |
Payable over six trimester instalments
Fees listed are indicative and subject to annual increases.
View our fees and charges page for full details.
Professional Recognition
- Curtin’s Marketing major is accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI) and Curtin is a Graduate Gateway University with the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).
- Finance Major (BCom) has also been accepted into the CFA institute University Recognition Program.
Career Opportunities
This course can help you become a:
- Marketing Officer
- Market Researcher
- Insurance Officer
- Financial Dealer and Broker
- Insurance Broker
- Events Coordinator
- Financial Dealer’s Assistant
- Credit Analyst
- Bank Manager
- Financial Planner
- Investment Banker
- Finance Manager
- Fundraising Coordinator
- Market Research Analyst
- Product Manager
- Online Marketing Specialist
- Marketing Communications Manager.
Credit for previous study
If you have previously studied in this field, you are encouraged to contact Curtin Singapore to discuss eligibility for Credit for Recognised Learning (credit for unit exemptions).
How to apply
Domestic applicants
Application information for Singapore citizens, permanent residents, and working pass holders.
International applicants
Application information for international students who require a student’s pass to study in Singapore.
Apply via an agent
You can apply directly to Curtin Singapore or go through a registered agent.