Subject to CUAP approval
This qualification is subject to approval by the Committee on University Academic Programmes (CUAP).
- Type of qualification
- Certificate
- Level of study
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Undergraduate study
An undergraduate qualification is usually the first one you study.
NZQF level 5Our courses follow the New Zealand Qualification Framework (NZQF) levels.
- Time to complete
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1 year full-time (60 credits)
Study a Certificate in Financial Markets – CertFinMark
Massey's Certificate in Financial Markets will take you from the foundations of global financial markets to confident, hands-on trading for all asset classes in around 20 weeks.
Developed and delivered in partnership with Te Mata Software Limited, the certificate pairs Massey’s academic oversight with the tools the industry actually uses. You’ll learn on an intuitive professional trading interface powered by live and historical price data.
You'll read charts, recognise patterns, build and test a trading plan and manage currency risk the same way global exporters, importers and corporate finance teams do every day.
You’ll study primarily face-to-face at Massey’s Auckland campus with online components, and finish with a 3-week work placement applying your skills with a New Zealand industry partner.
A CertFinMark is a good fit if you:
- want practical, job-ready skills rather than theory alone. Live trading platform, real market data and case studies and a 3-week industry placement.
- are starting out or changing direction. This certificate is an accessible entry point whether you’re new to finance, changing careers or already working in the industry.
- deal with currency risk at work and are looking to upskill.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Admission to Massey
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
Specific requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification, outside of university admission regulations.
English language requirements
To study this qualification you must meet Massey's English language competency requirements.
Official regulations
To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.
You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Undergraduate Degrees, Undergraduate Diplomas, Undergraduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas and Graduate Certificates.
Structure of the Certificate in Financial Markets
Structure of the Certificate in Financial Markets
Each course builds on the one before, taking you from market foundations through company risk policy and currency trading to advanced, platform-based execution.
Teaching is primarily face-to-face at Massey’s Auckland campus, with online learning, practical exercises and assessment delivered through the learning management system and moderated by Massey Business School.
Courses and specialisations
Courses and specialisations
Credit summary
Each course is worth a number of credits. You combine courses (credits) to meet the total number of credits needed for your qualification.
60 credits
- Courses from the Schedule – 60 credits
Course code: 125125 Introduction to Global Financial Markets 15 credits
An overview that builds a working understanding of the global financial market - its structure, asset classes, correlations, and the economic, fundamental and technical forces that move prices.
View full course detailsCourse code: 125126 Currency Markets and Risk Management 15 credits
Connects currency-market mechanics to corporate exposure. Students practice trading, and develop, monitor, and report against relevant corporate risk policy.
View full course detailsCourse code: 125127 Applied Trading of Financial Markets 30 credits
Students will progress from trading on demonstration accounts to engaging with Contract for Difference markets using company-specific macro and algorithm-supported platforms.
View full course detailsCareers and job opportunities
Careers and job opportunities
You’ll graduate with applied trading, risk management and analytical skills that transfer directly into corporate, advisory and trading roles. This certificate prepares you for:
- Treasury, finance and risk roles in exporting and importing businesses
- Foreign exchange and markets support roles with banks and brokers
- Dealing room, trading support and middle or back-office roles
- Client support and analasys roles with financial technology and market data providers
- Funds Management roles including Financial Advisors
- Self-directed or self-employed trading
It is also a practical first step towards further finance study at Massey.
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