Foundations of finance

BFW1001

Synopsis

As a foundation, this unit introduces you to the concepts of finance, financial mathematics, investment analysis, the financial system, risk management and the relationship of finances to other commercial disciplines.

Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.

Quick facts

Credit points: 6
Level: 1
Audience: Undergraduate
Type: Coursework
School: Faculty of Business and Economics
Faculty: Department of Banking and Finance
Handbook year: 2026

Prerequisites

No prereqs in the handbook graph.

What it unlocks (7)

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Commercial banking and financeBFF2401
Equity marketsBFF2701
Derivatives BFF3751
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Commercial banking and financeBFW2401
Derivatives 1BFW2751

Offerings (2)

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