There is no better way to learn about an industry than to immerse yourself in it, using the technology and equipment used by industry experts to experience and feel it from a professional perspective.
If you want to become an elite expert in the financial field, especially if you want to familiarize yourself with the operation of the most advanced fintech equipment before entering the workplace, then come to Bond!
With world-class financial transaction equipment and the largest number of Bloomberg terminals of any university in Australia, Bond FinTech Hub can provide students with practical industry experience in actuarial science, accounting and finance and the latest technology in the industry, and train Bond students to become industry leaders in global finance and big data!
Bond University Fintech Center
World-class trading facilities
With 2 industry-standard financial trading centers and up to 40 Bloomberg terminals, Bond University has the largest number of Bloomberg terminal equipment in Australia. Students can access the Bond FinTech Center 24 hours a day and receive real-time information on financial market data through Bloomberg terminal devices.
The Bloomberg terminal is a "Bloomberg Professional Service" computer system accessible to accounting and finance professionals. Through the system, users can timely query and analyze the current global financial market data and trading conditions, get the latest news information, and execute transactions according to real-time market conditions.
Bond University has the largest number of Bloomberg terminals in Australia, which means that students can grasp the first-hand resources of the financial market in a timely manner and use the same equipment and facilities with professionals in the financial industry, so that they can master the practical experience of operating the equipment before entering the workplace.
At the same time, students will be able to gain hands-on experience in executing trades, managing portfolios, trading financial securities and understanding changing markets. Advanced Finance courses set up simulated trading environments for students, adjusting market conditions to demonstrate the impact of changing markets on trading, allowing students to apply financial theory directly to practice.
In addition, Bond University Business School is one of only three full member universities in Australia of the Bloomberg Experiential Learning Partnership (ELP) program. As one of the world's top 2% of quality business schools, Bond Business School is the birthplace of future business leaders, is highly acclaimed at home and abroad, and is recognized as a benchmark for business education.
The most professional use of training
A dedicated supervisor at the Bond FinTech Hub can provide training courses for all students and alumni about programming using Bloomberg terminals and the R language.
Bloomberg Foundation Training
The Bond Business School offers students the opportunity to learn about Bloomberg's Professional Services Platform and impart relevant academic knowledge through the Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC) program. The course is globally recognized and completing the program will demonstrate that an individual has a high level of competence to use Bloomberg Professional Services.
The course is approximately 2 hours long at a time and can be tailored to the requirements of the members of the audience. At the end of each course, students can stay and use the Bloomberg terminal for free, access the dealing room 24/7, and earn the Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC) course certification.
R programming training
Bond Business School offers students the opportunity to learn about programming in the R language at different levels, from beginner to advanced.
Throughout the semester, students will be provided with two multi-mode R programming courses, covering platform functions, software packages, drawing, data access, statistics, control flow and other areas. At the same time, additional materials will be provided to students who are interested in learning more advanced content at their own pace.
The course is available in both remote and offline modes, and all teaching materials have been uploaded to the iLearn community website of the Bond University Fintech Centre, which is accessible to all currently enrolled students and working staff.
Actuarial science vs business data analysis
Bond University's FinTech Centre is dedicated to providing students with industry experience in actuarial science, accounting and finance.
With the advent of the era of big data, more and more social resources are undergoing networking and data transformation. There is a growing demand for talent that can process and analyze massive amounts of data. Because of this, actuaries and data analysts have become a hot industry in recent years.
A unique course in immersive actuarial science
Actuarial science is the study of risk assessment, analysis, forecasting and management of economic activities using mathematics, statistics and a variety of financial instruments. Actuaries need to apply what they have learned to process massive amounts of data and help clients manage and evaluate their finances. In the era of big data, actuarial science graduates can work in many fields such as finance, insurance, statistical inference, risk assessment, data analysis, health management, business consulting, e-commerce, and digital marketing.
Bond University is the only university in Queensland to offer an actuarial course fully accredited by the Association of Actuaries and one of only seven universities in Australia to offer this course. Studying an actuarial degree at Bond University will give you the skills to handle massive amounts of big data, preparing you to start an actuary career anywhere in the world.
Course recommendations
Bachelor of Actuarial Science*
Bachelor of Actuarial Science
Duration: 2 years (6 semesters)
Teaching mode: on-campus, online
CRICOS code: 083205M
Enrollment: January, May, September
Course Overview:
The Bachelor of Actuarial Science is an innovative, immersive degree program at Bond University that combines knowledge in areas such as economics, finance, statistics, data analytics and advanced mathematics. Studying this major you will acquire the ability to develop risk management and business decision-making aspects, enabling you to create practical solutions to real-world problems.
The Bachelor of Actuarial Science program emphasizes elite education in small classes where students receive personalized attention and a teaching experience. In addition, students can use the Bond FinTech Center and Bloomberg terminal equipment, and use the school's 40 Bloomberg terminal facilities to acquire practical skills through real-time data.
Bond is the only university in Australia to integrate a big data curriculum into an actuarial degree. Successful completion of this course and excellent grades can be admitted to an Honours degree. The Bachelor of Actuarial Science programme is accredited by the Australian Institute of Actuaries. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to pass the preliminary certification of the Australian Institute of Actuaries.
Where to graduate:
Investment Analysts, Portfolio Managers, Actuarial Advisors, Insurance Actuaries, Pension Actuaries, Risk Assessment Analysts, Big Data Analysts, Responsible Managers, Senior Managers, etc.
*There are master's degree programs available for this major.
Fastest growing business data analytics
At present, data analytics has become one of the fastest growing areas in the academic field of business and the real industry. More and more organizations are beginning to pay attention to attracting talents in the field of data analysis, because people are beginning to realize the importance of big data analysis to enterprises. Professionals in this area are able to collect data and count, machine learning, develop communication strategies, make good use of financial trading systems, and help companies and institutions make more informed business decisions.
Studying Business Data Analytics at Bond University, you'll learn the R and Python languages most commonly used in data programming development and put into practice what you've learned to tackle real-world business problems based on a range of industry sectors such as health, marketing and finance. In addition, students will work with entrepreneurship, management and marketing experts at Bond Business School to prepare them for future career development and planning.
Master of Business Data Analytics*
Master of Business Data Analytics
Duration: 4 semesters (1 year and 4 months)
CRICOS code: 098313F
Enrollment period: January, September
In such a global information age based on data collection and developed communications. Gaining a foothold in the global marketplace requires not only the skills to gather information and analyze data, but also the ability to apply information and data to real-world scenarios.
Studying a Master's degree in Business Data Analytics at Bond University will teach you the R and Python languages most commonly used in data programming development, with a focus on developing students' ability to make sound business strategy recommendations and data-driven business decisions. The course is intended for people who want to work in the business data analytics industry, or are currently working in another field, but want to expand into new employment opportunities and move into data-related fields.
In Bond's small elite education classes, you'll receive professional guidance from Australia's top economists, statisticians, financial analysts and mathematicians, enjoy 24/7 access to Bond University's Data Analytics Centre and Bloomberg terminal facilities, enjoy the latest industry technology and prepare for future career development.
Graduation Prospects:
The Master of Business Data Analytics is a program that combines statistics, computing, big data, and machine learning that can be applied to a range of industry sectors, including: health, marketing, accounting, sports, mining, oil and gas, government, telecommunications, tourism, and more.
Graduates are popular in the industry after graduation and can work as business analysts, data analysts, statistical consultants, data analysis consultants, data architects, etc.
*Bachelor's degree programs are available for this major.
Data changes the world, technology changes the future. The future of the commercial battlefield must be closely related to data analysis!
Studying at Bond, you will master data processing skills, have a keen mind to understand global business changes, and become a leader in the future shopping mall!