• Accounting
• Banking
• Business Information Systems
• Business Law
• Econometrics
• Economics
• Finance
• International Business
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Management and Organisations
• Marketing
• Project Management
• Quantitative Business Analysis
• Quantitative Finance
• Strategy and Innovation

• Graduate Certificate in Commerce
• Graduate Diploma in Commerce

Study plan

To be awarded the Master of Commerce, students must successfully complete a total of 16 units of study (96 credit points), comprising:
(i) two core units of study (12 credit points)
(ii) four to six foundational units of study (24 to 36 credit points)*
(iii) a specialisation selected from one of the Commerce areas of specialisation
(iv) an optional second specialisation (different to that chosen as a first specialisation); OR elective units of study.^

* Please Note. Students commencing study in this program in 2013 can choose to follow the revised 2014 program structure and plan to complete between two to six foundational units of study (12 to 36 credit points).

^ High-performing students who have completed at least 48 credit points of study in the program may be eligible to replace an elective with BUSS6500 Industry Placement, if selected for work placement on competitive merit. High performing students who have completed at least 24 credit points of study may also be eligible to undertake up to 24 credit points of research-based units.

Find out more details at Master of Commerce 16 Unit Program

Progression rules

A candidate for the Master of Commerce completes their core unit BUSS5000 in the first semester of enrolment. Any foundational unit/s required for their specialisation/s should also be completed at this time. The capstone core unit, BUSS6000, is completed in the final semester of enrolment. Units for specialisation/s, electives and remaining foundational units (if required) can be completed in any order depending on prerequisite/corequisite requirements.

Capstone experience

The core capstone unit of study, BUSS6000 Succeeding in Business, is designed to provide you with an integrated learning experience. This unit will consolidate your learning and teach you how to apply your knowledge and skills to real-world business problems.

Graduate opportunities

Sydney Master of Commerce graduates will acquire the skills and knowledge to pursue high-level positions in industry or government, in areas relevant to their specialisation/s. For example, the degree can prepare you for positions in accounting, marketing or other specialist fields. It also gives you a thorough understanding of commerce for use in many business fields.

Course accreditation

Depending on units of study completed, students may complete accreditation requirements for Australian Computer Society (ACS), CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA) in this degree.

Further study

he University of Sydney Business School has an outstanding reputation for the quality of its research across a wide range of academic disciplines. The Master of Commerce is an entry pathway to our higher degree by research programs, the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil).

The postgraduate research programs offered by the Business School attract a large number of domestic and international students each year. With more than 180 research students currently enrolled, we have one of the largest and most diverse higher degree by research programs in the Asia-Pacific region. Read more information about Sydney research at http://sydney.edu.au/business/research.

Admission requirements

A successful applicant for admission to the Master of Commerce will hold 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. You can find a guideline of the most common international entry requirements at
http://sydney.edu.au/business/futurestudents/postgraduate_study/pg_coursework_studies

Domestic students

How to apply

Applications are made directly to the University and assessed by the Business School.

International students

How to apply

Overseas applicants may apply (i) directly to the University, or (ii) through a University overseas representative (education agent).

Domestic students

Indicative postgraduate student contribution amount

This student contribution amount for a Commonwealth Supported Place is an indication only of the fees that are payable by you in the calendar year you commence your course, commencing in 2013 for a standard annual full time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). The exact student contribution that you pay will depend on the specific units of study in which you ultimately enrol. If you are a Commonwealth supported student and was enrolled in a University course before 1 January 2012 your student contribution may differ.

Annual review for postgraduate student contribution amount

Importantly, student contribution amounts are subject to annual review by the University, and are likely to increase each year of your period of study (subject to a Commonwealth specified cap), effective at the start of each calendar year.

Postgraduate Domestic Tuition Fee

This 2013, tuition fee for a domestic postgraduate student represents the fee that is payable by you in the calendar year you commence your course, commencing in 2012 for a standard annual full time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). If your study load is more or less than the 1.0 EFTSL your fee will differ.

Annual review for postgraduate domestic tuition fee

Importantly, tuition fees are subject to annual review by the University, and are likely to increase each year of your period of study, effective at the start of each calendar year.

Additional incidental fees

For some courses there are incidental fees additional to the student contribution and/or course fee. Some of those fees are significant, for example, faculty-specific materials, tools, protected clothing and equipment. For further information about these additional incidental fees, please visit the University's Future Students' website.

Potential for inaccuracy

Whilst every reasonable effort has been made to include correct and up to date information in this prospectus, you are also advised to consult directly with the Student Centre for domestic students or the International Office for international students so that they can provide you with specific and up to date information about those fees.

The academic requirements that are displayed are applicable to currently available courses only, and are updated annually in October and may be changed without notice. The Faculty Handbook and the University of Sydney Calendar are the official legal source of information relating to study at the University of Sydney, and you are referred to those documents

Please note that if you are classified by the University as a Research Training Scheme student in accordance with the Other Grants Guidelines (Research) 2010, you will be exempt from the payment of any SCA or tuition fees for courses undertaken as part of a Research Masters degree and Research Doctoral degree. More information about your eligibility for this Scheme is available here.

International students

International tuition fees for postgraduate students

This 2013, tuition fee for international postgraduate students represents the fees that are payable by you in the calendar year you commence your course, commencing in 2013, for a standard annual full time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). If your study load is more or less than the 1.0 EFTSL your fee will differ.

Annual review

Importantly, tuition fees are subject to annual review, and are likely to increase each year of your period of study, effective at the start of each calendar year.

Additional incidental fees and health insurance

For some courses there are incidental fees additional to the tuition fees. Some of those fees are significant, for example, faculty-specific materials, tools, protected clothing, and equipment. The University's Future Students' webpage has further information about these additional incidental fees for postgraduate coursework students and postgraduate research students.

In addition to the fees indicated here for the course of study, International Students studying on an Australian Student Visa must have appropriate health insurance for the duration of their studies on a Student Visa through an approved provider of the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) scheme. This is a requirement of the Australian Government, unless otherwise exempted by the Government.

Potential for inaccuracy

Whilst every reasonable effort has been made to include correct and up to date information here, you are also advised to consult directly with the Student Centre for domestic students or the International Office for international students so that they can provide you with specific and up to date information about those fees.