Program Overview
The Master of Commerce (Extension) from UNSW Business School is a two-year postgraduate degree designed to equip students with in-depth knowledge, practical skills, and industry experience. With 14 specializations to choose from, students can tailor their studies to their career aspirations. The program emphasizes career development through internships, practicums, and access to professional networks, preparing graduates for success in various business roles.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Commerce (Extension) (MCom (Ext)) is a postgraduate coursework degree offered by UNSW Business School. Designed in collaboration with industry leaders, the degree aims to equip students with in-depth knowledge, a broad range of experience, and practical skills to succeed in various business careers. With 14 specializations to choose from, the MCom (Ext) allows students to focus on one or two areas of business. They can further broaden their knowledge through elective courses that prepare them for future-oriented fields such as analytics or FinTech. Throughout the program, students are guided by reputable academics and industry professionals who share essential concepts and provide practical experiences to enhance learning. Career development is a central focus from the outset, with opportunities for internships, business practicums, and access to professional networks.
Outline:
The MCom (Ext) is a two-year program that consists of 14 courses and a capstone project. The curriculum includes:
- Core units on professional skills, ethics, data literacy, and data communication
- Gateway courses that support the chosen specialization/s
- Courses in one or two specializations
- Business and free electives
- A Coding for Business course
- A capstone or practicum The number of electives varies depending on whether students select one or two specializations.
Teaching:
The MCom (Ext) program is delivered through a combination of face-to-face and blended learning modes. Students benefit from the expertise of highly qualified academics and industry professionals who bring real-world insights and practical applications to the classroom. Furthermore, the program features:
- Industry-aligned experiences that connect students with leading organizations and provide hands-on learning opportunities.
- Career Accelerator, a program unique to UNSW Business School students that offers work experience, professional development, and global business project opportunities.
Careers:
Graduates of the MCom (Ext) program are highly sought after by employers due to their broad knowledge, specialized skills, and practical experience. Potential career paths include:
- Business Administration
- Business Analyst
- Business Development Manager
- Commercialization Manager
- Compliance Manager
- Consultant
- Customer Experience Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Data Scientist
- Digital Innovation Manager
- Entrepreneur
- Financial Advisor
- Financial Technology Developer
- Funds Manager
- Human Resource Consultant
- Investment Banker
- Marketing Analyst
- Management Accountant
- Management Analyst
- Marketing or Brand Manager
- People and Culture Specialist
- Portfolio Manager
- Product Manager
- Regulatory Officer
- Risk Analyst
- Social Entrepreneur
- Stakeholder Engagement Manager
- Strategist
- Systems Analyst
- Venture Capitalist
Entry Requirements:
The degree’s admission requirements are based on you having a recognised undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification) with a credit average (WAM 65% or higher), as determined by the UNSW Business School. You may be considered eligible if your undergraduate degree WAM is between 60-64% and your score for the GMAT is at least 600 for the GMAT Exam or at least 565 for the GMAT Focus Edition. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) If you’ve studied an undergraduate degree that relates to the areas of business you’d like to study, you could be eligible for up to 24 Units of Credit (UOC), or four courses of RPL. These credit points will allow you to take fewer subjects and graduate sooner.
Admission pathways
If you don't meet the entry requirements, you may be eligible to study the Graduate Certificate in Commerce a pathway into the Master of Commerce. Upon successful completion, your Graduate Certificate in Commerce courses may be credited towards your MCom.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment. If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria: English language tests and university English courses Prior study in the medium of English Other qualifications If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
