Admission requirements - Postgraduate Coursework Studies

All programs require prerequisites to be met in terms of appropriate units of study to be undertaken at the undergraduate level, standards of performance in your first degree, or professional or other experience gained concurrently with, or subsequent to, your first degree being obtained.

Master's Degrees

Admissions requirements vary from program to program, but in general entry into a Masters degree at the University of Sydney Business School requires the completion of the equivalent of an Australian bachelor's degree, graduate diploma/certificate from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum credit (65 per cent) average. Qualifications awarded outside Australia can also be used for admission but equivalencies and entry requirements are determined based on the country, institution and qualification. For a guideline of the most common international entry requirements refer to the table under Application Requirements for International Students below.

Some specialist programs require your undergraduate degree to be in the same field as the master's program you are applying for.

Different entry requirements apply to the following programs
MBA*	A completed Australian bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate certificate or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution, with at least a credit (65%) average; a minimum of three years work experience and experience in a managerial role; and a selection interview. Students must also submit a CV and statement of motivation.
Global Executive MBA*	A completed Australian bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate certificate or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution, with at least a credit (65%) average*; and approximately 10 years' relevant professional experience; and a selection interview. Students must also submit a CV and statement of motivation.
Master of International Business	A completed Australian bachelor's degree, graduate certificate or graduate diploma in commerce/business or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum credit (65%) average*.
Master of Management	A completed Australian bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate certificate or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution, with at least a credit (65%) average*; and a selection interview. Students must also submit a CV and a statement of motivation.
Master of Management (CEMS)*	A completed Australian bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate certificate or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution, with at least a credit (65%) average in commerce/business or equivalent*; and a selection interview. Students must also submit a CV, a statement of motivation; and demonstrate a high level of proficiency in a minimum of two languages, one of which can be English.
Master of Marketing*	A completed Australian bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate certificate or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution, with at least a credit (65%) average*; a minimum of three years of business experience; and a selection interview. Students must also submit a CV and a statement of motivation.

* Qualifications awarded outside Australia can also be used for admission but equivalencies and entry requirements are determined based on the country, institution and qualification. For a guideline of the most common international entry requirements refer to the table under Application Requirements for International Students below.

For details of the English language requirements for entry into this course, please refer to the page headed 'English Language Requirements for International Students' under the Admissions information on the University's website.

Graduate Diplomas

Graduate diplomas and certificates generally include subjects from the master's programs, and provide an exit point after fewer units of study.

(i) Domestic applicants:

For entry into a graduate diploma, students must have a completed bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum 60% average OR a completed bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum 50% mark average with three years work experience.

(ii) International applicants:

For entry into a graduate diploma, students must have either met the entry requirements as for the Master's degree OR have a completed bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum 60% average.

For details of the English language requirements for entry into this course, please refer to the page headed 'English Language Requirements for International Students' under the Admissions information on the University's website.

Upgrading to Master's degree

In most programs, students may apply to upgrade from the graduate diploma to the masters degree within the embedded sequence upon completion of at least four units of study. A minimum Credit (65%+) average is required across all units of study attempted in order for upgrade applications to be considered. Upgrades are competitive and subject to places available.

Graduate Certificates

For entry into a graduate certificate, students must have either met the entry requirements as for the Master's degree or Graduate Diploma OR have at least three years of relevant work experience.

Upgrading to Master's degree or Graduate Diploma

In most programs, students may apply to upgrade from the graduate certificate to the masters degree or graduate diploma within the embedded sequence upon completion of at least four units of study. A minimum Credit (65%+) average is required across all units of study attempted in order for upgrade applications to be considered. Upgrades are competitive and subject to places available.

Postgraduate Courses by Research

Visit Postgraduate Research Studies for more information on the Doctor of Philosophy or the Master of Philosophy.

Application Requirements for International Students

Academic Qualifications Guidelines by Country for Entry to Masters and Graduate Diploma qualifications in the University of Sydney Business School

For international students, it is advisable to contact The University of Sydney's International Student Office for more information on how your degree average grade equates to average grade for Australian universities.

The following table indicates the scores that the Business School has determined to be equivalent to a 65% (credit average) and 60% for those countries from which many of our international students come. For countries with different tiers of institutions, the table lists a range of scores and the relevant score will depend on the issuing institution.

The Business School also assesses whether a particular qualification in a country is equivalent to an Australian Bachelor degree. A final decision on whether a particular qualification is sufficient for entry into a degree program at the Business School will be made upon application.

International applicants should select either Masters or Graduate Diploma level since Australian student visas are not normally issued at Graduate Certificate level.

Country	Results Required for entry into Masters qualification (i.e. 65% equivalent)	Results Required for entry into Graduate Diploma qualification (i.e. 60% equivalent)
China (211 Universities)	75% or B- Average or GPA of 2.5	70% or C+ Average or GPA of 2.3
China (non-211 Universities)	80% or B Average or GPA of 3	75% or B- Average or GPA of 2.8
Germany	GPA of 3	GPA of 3.6
Hong Kong	Second Class (Div One), GPA of 3 or B Average	Second Class (Div Two), GPA of 2.5 or B- Average
India	First or Second Class/Division	Second or Third Class/Division
Indonesia	GPA of 3 or B Average	GPA of 2.5 or C+ Average
Malaysia	GPA of 3 or Second Class (Upper Division)	GPA of 2.7 or Second Class (Lower Division)
New Zealand	GPA of 5, B to B+ Average	GPA of 4.5, B- to B Average
Singapore	CAP of 3 or C Average	CAP of 2.5 or C- Average
South Korea	GPA of 3.5 or B+ Average	GPA of 3 or B Average
Taiwan	75% or B Average or GPA of 3	70% or C+ Average or GPA of 2.5
Thailand	GPA of 2.8 to 3.5	GPA of 2.5 to 3
United Kingdom	Second Class (Second Division)	Third Class
USA	GPA of 3 or B Average	GPA of 2.5 or B- Average
Vietnam	7 out of 10 or 'Good'	6 out of 10 or 'Average'

Please Note. This table is not intended as an extensive list of country equivalents. Applications based on qualifications obtained in countries not listed will also be considered for entry.

The information provided in this table is intended as a guideline only due to the wide variety of institutions and grading scales that exist in particular countries. Further, an applicant may meet the specified academic requirement but not meet all entry requirements. In such cases, the Business School reserves the right not to proceed with an application.

English Language Requirements

For English Language requirements please refer to the University's Admissions information relating to English Language Requirements for International Students.

Degree	IELTS*	TOEFL (IBT)**
Standard requirement	7 (6.0)	100 (23/22)

* IELTS — the number in brackets is the minimum score for all bands.
** TOEFL (IBT) — the first number in brackets: written exam, the second number in brackets: all other scores.

Note: Check the International Student Office website before applying for the most up-to-date entry requirements: sydney.edu.au/internationaloffice

Reduced Volume of Learning - Master of Commerce

Recognition of prior learning and work experience can mean a reduction in the volume of learning (RVL) required to complete a Master of Commerce Degree. You could save up to a year of full-time study, and complete your degree in just 12 months.

Please refer to the table below for a full list of RVL options for the Master of Commerce and Master of Professional Accounting programs.

Prior Academic Background	RVL
Completed Bachelor's degree (pass) or Graduate Certificate in Business/Commerce discipline	24 credit points / one semester
Completed Bachelor's degree in Non-Business/Commerce discipline	0 credit points
Completed Bachelor's degree (honours), higher degree in research, Coursework Master's degree or Graduate Diploma in Business/Commerce discipline	48 credit points / two semesters
Completed Bachelor's degree (honours), higher degree in research, Coursework Master's degree, Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate in Non-Business/Commerce discipline	24 credit points / one semester
Incomplete Coursework Master's degree, Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate in Business/Commerce discipline	48 credit points / two semesters
Incomplete Coursework Master's degree or Graduate Diploma in Non-Business/Commerce discipline	0 credit points
Certified professional work experience of at least 3 years' duration (full-time equivalent) in business/commerce and deemed by the Business School to have conferred a depth of learning equivalent to that of a Graduate Certificate in Business/Commerce	24 credit points / one semester

Reduced Volume of Learning - Master of Professional Accounting

Prior Academic Background	RVL
Completed Bachelor's degree (pass) or Graduate Certificate in Business/Commerce discipline: Admission in S2, 2013	18 credit points
Completed Bachelor's degree (pass) or Graduate Certificate in Business/Commerce discipline: Admission in S1, 2014 or later	12 credit points
Completed Bachelor's degree in Non-Business/Commerce discipline	0 credit points
Completed Bachelor's degree (honours), higher degree in research, Coursework Master's degree or Graduate Diploma in Business/Commerce discipline: Admission in S2, 2013	18 credit points
Completed Bachelor's degree (honours), higher degree in research, Coursework Master's degree or Graduate Diploma in Business/Commerce discipline: Admission in S1, 2014 or later	12 credit points
Completed Bachelor's degree (honours), higher degree in research, Coursework Master's degree, Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate in Non-Business/Commerce discipline: Admission in S2, 2013	18 credit points
Completed Bachelor's degree (honours), higher degree in research, Coursework Master's degree, Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate in Non-Business/Commerce discipline: Admission in S1, 2014 or later	12 credit points
Incomplete Coursework Master's degree, Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate in Business/Commerce discipline	Maximum 48 credit points (depending on number of units completed)
Incomplete Coursework Master's degree or Graduate Diploma in Non-Business/Commerce discipline	0 credit points
Certified professional work experience of at least 3 years' duration (full-time equivalent) in business/commerce and deemed by the Business School to have conferred a depth of learning equivalent to that of a Graduate Certificate in Business/Commerce	12 credit points

The information in this table is to be used as a guide only. RVL credit is granted at the discretion of the Program Director.