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Commerce

Course requirements

1. Master of Commerce

To qualify for the award of the Master of Commerce a candidate must complete 72 credit points^, comprising:

  • 12 credit points of degree core units of study
  • 6 credit points of foundational units of study listed for the chosen specialisation area*
  • 24 credit points of units of study from the units listed for the chosen specialisation area
  • a 6 credit point capstone unit of study that is related to the chosen specialisation area
  • 12 credit points of degree selective units of study; and
  • an additional 12 credit points to make a total of 72 credit points in total in a combination of units selected from:
    • 6 to 12 credit points of foundational units of study; and/or
    • 6 to 12 credit points of degree selective units of study; and/or
    • 6 to 12 credit points of elective units of study.

^ Students with relevant qualifications may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) to reduce the length of study required.

* Students with a prior business qualification may apply to have relevant foundational units waived.

The units of study for this degree are set out under the Commerce - unit of study table and the unit of study Specialisation subject areas.

2. Graduate Diploma in Commerce

To qualify for the award of the Graduate Diploma in Commerce, a candidate must complete 48 credit points, comprising:

  • 12 credit points of degree core units of study
  • 6 credit points of foundational units of study and
  • an additional 30 credit points to make a total of 48 credit points in total in a combination of units selected from:
    • 6 credit points of foundational units of study and/or
    • 6 to 18 credit points of degree selective units of study and/or
    • 6 to 18 credit points of elective units of study.

The units of study for this degree are set out under the Commerce - unit of study table.

3. Graduate Certificate in Commerce

To qualify for the award of the Graduate Certificate in Commerce, a candidate must complete 24 credit points, comprising:

  • 12 credit points of degree core units of study
  • 6 credit points of foundational units of study and
  • an additional 6 credit points to make a total of 24 credit points in total selected from either:
    • 6 credit points of foundational units of study or
    • 6 credit points of elective units of study.

The units of study for this degree are set out under the Commerce - unit of study table.

Progression guides

For progression guides for the course, please log into Canvas and navigate to Progression guides and examples.

Course learning outcomes

Course learning outcomes - Master of Commerce and Master of Commerce (Extension) Graduate qualities
1. Evaluate and synthesise advanced disciplinary frameworks and principles in a range of complex business contexts. Depth of disciplinary expertise
2. Apply advanced disciplinary frameworks and principles to solve business challenges. Critical thinking and Problem solving
3. Communicate persuasively and professionally to diverse stakeholder groups via the appropriate communication and presentation approach suitable to differing business contexts. Communication (oral and written)
4. Organise and evaluate complex information from diverse sources to influence and inform evidence-based decisions. Information and Digital literacy
5. Evaluate new opportunities and ideas in ambiguous business contexts, using innovative and creative strategies. Inventiveness
6. Effectively collaborate with others from diverse backgrounds and integrate social and cultural perspectives in decision making. Cultural competence
7. Integrate inter- and multi-disciplinary perspectives to effectively respond to changing and complex business environments. Interdisciplinary effectiveness
8.Integrate ethical perspectives with personal and professional values in decision making. Integrated professional, ethical and personal identity
9.Lead change that facilitates collaborative and cooperative environments through reflection on personal and professional values, identities and actions. Influence