Masters (Coursework)
UNSW's Business School's Master of Commerce Extension (MCom (Ext)) is a postgraduate coursework degree that can be completed in two-years full-time.
UNSW's Business School's Master of Commerce Extension (MCom (Ext)) is a postgraduate coursework degree that can be completed in two-years full-time. Designed in consultation with industry, this degree prepares you with a depth of knowledge, a breadth of experience, and the hands-on experience needed to succeed across diverse careers in business.
With 14 specialisations to choose from, the MCom (Ext) allows you to study one or two areas of business. You'll then broaden your knowledge through electives that prepare you for future careers, such as analytics or FinTech.
You'll be guided by highly reputable academics and professionals, as you explore essential concepts and gain practical experience to enhance your learning. This degree is career-focused from day one. Whatever you specialise in, you'll connect with industry, learn with real-world tools and technology, and have access to work-experience, career development, and mentoring opportunities.
Through the Master of Commerce (MCom), you can also choose two specialisations. The MCom includes less electives and can be finished in 1.7 years.
World-class business education
UNSW Business School has been ranked the #1 business school in Australia by AFR BOSS for the last two years in a row*. We're a world-leader in career-focused education, consistently ranking in the top 50 universities worldwide** and recognised as the Most Employable University by the Australian Financial Review (AFR). ***
We also rank 1st in Sydney for Business & Management*, and Economics & Econometrics***.
Comprehensive experience
With two specialisations and complementary business electives, the MCom (Ext) will give you a breadth of experience and knowledge that will set you apart in the eyes of employers.
Career support
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We also supports start-ups. UNSW is the number one university attended by start-up founders, are renowned for our successful innovators, opens in a new window
Industry connections
MCom (Ext) students have the opportunity to connect and work with a global network of UNSW Business School's alumni and industry partners including TotalEnergies (Vietnam), opens in a new window, Cricket One, opens in a new window, Emtek Group, opens in a new window, Givvable, opens in a new window, NetNada, opens in a new window, and more.
*AFR BOSS 2023 Best Business School Rankings
**QS World University Rankings, 2024
***AFR Top100 Future Leaders 2023
***QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2023
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.
If you don't meet the entry requirements, you may be eligible to study the Graduate Certificate in Commerce
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. 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 you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
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.
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.
Note: Applicants from non-211 universities in China wishing to study Postgraduate Coursework in the UNSW Business School must achieve a minimum overall average of 88 in their current university's grading system. This is equivalent to an 85% Australian scaled average using the calculator.
If you don't meet the entry requirements, you may be eligible to study the Graduate Certificate in Commerce
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:
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.
UNSW graduates are renowned for their employability, and postgraduate study will help set you apart. Career-focused and real-world learning embedded into the MCom (Ext) from the outset of your degree, which is supported by a large community of industry partners. This means you'll graduate with the confidence, experience and networks you need to go after and succeed in diverse careers.
Depending on your chosen specialisation, the MCom (Ext) meets the education requirement of various professional bodies including: