Program Overview

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Master of Commerce MCom

The Master of Commerce (MCom) is a postgraduate qualification that prepares students for specialist positions in the public and private sectors and can be a pathway to doctoral study.

Programme Overview

The MCom programme allows students to deepen their expertise in a subject area and grow their academic or professional career. Students can choose from three pathways: a longer supervised research project, a smaller research project along with extra courses, or a consulting project with a New Zealand business organisation.

Programme Structure

The MCom is a 120 or 180-point, advanced, specialist master's degree that builds on an undergraduate degree in the same discipline. The 180-point MCom is a 15 or 18-month specialist master's combining coursework and a research component.

Specialisations

The MCom programme offers several specialisations, including:

• Accounting
• Commercial Law
• Economics
• Finance
• Global Management and Innovation
• Information Systems
• Marketing
• Operations and Supply Chain Management

Programme Requirements

The minimum requirements for the MCom programme include:

• A Bachelor of Commerce or equivalent
• A GPA of 5.0 or higher
• Completion of prerequisites for the intended specialisation

Fees and Scholarships

The tuition fees for the MCom programme are:

• Domestic students: NZ$10,699.20 $11,620.80
• International students: NZ$47,674.80 $47,675 Scholarships and awards are available to eligible students.

Key Dates

The application closing dates for the MCom programme are:

• Semester One: 8 December
• Semester Two: 8 June The start dates for the programme are:
• Semester One: 2 March
• Semester Two: 20 July

Skills Development

The MCom programme develops skills and capabilities that enhance employability and help students make a positive impact on society. These skills include:

• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
• Cross-cultural understanding
• Knowledge and practice in the discipline
• Solution-seeking and problem-solving skills

Career Opportunities

The MCom programme prepares students for specialist positions in the public and private sectors or for further advanced study. Career opportunities include:

• Business policy adviser
• Chief financial officer
• Corporate advisor or valuer
• Data communications specialist
• Financial manager
• Multinational funds manager
• Security assessor
• Software engineer

Further Study Options

Students who complete the MCom programme can pursue further study options, including a Doctor of Philosophy.