Resources
- http://www.victoria.ac.nz/vbs/study-careers/postgraduatestudy/mcom
Calendar pages: 185-188
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Versions
- v2.3: Reorganised at-a-glance
- v2.2: Splitting 180 point out to its own page
- v2.1: Updated layout to align with Gather
- v2: Updated and refined as of early June
- v1: Initial draft
Qualifications covered
- Master of Commerce by thesis
Relationship between qualifications
- n/a
At-a-glance
Name: Master of Commerce by thesis
Abbreviation: MCom
Duration: 3-4 trimesters
Duration details: 3-4 trimesters of full-time study or up to normally 6 if studied part-time
Schedule: Self-directed study
Intensity: Part time and full time
Type: Research
Study at: Flexible
Complete: 120 points (1-3 course)
Entry: Bachelor's degree in relevant subject
Start: Trimester 1,2 or 3
Apply by: Standard trimester dates
Costs: From database for international only at this stage
Impact of previous university study in same subject: Requires
Entry requirements
To be accepted into this programme you'll need:
- A Bachelor of Commerce with Honours or a Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce
- To have met the prerequisites for the subject you wish to study (see subject section below) and
- Acceptance by the relevant Programme Director or Head of School as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study.
Important information
- If you are working towards a Bachelor of Commerce with Honours or a Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce you may apply to transfer in to the 120-point MCom
Programme requirements
Complete a total of 120 points, of which:
- At least 40 points must be at 500 level and
- At least 90 points must be research-based courses.
Important information
- You must select all courses from those listed for the BCom or MCom.
Questions
- Is there a better way to explain 'approved alternative'? Does it mean a commerce degree?
- Web page indicates that a BCom with a B+ average is sufficient for entry?
- Subject requirements below:
- What does 'approved' mean? How do I get courses approved?
Subject requirements
Accounting
Complete either ACCY 591 or
- ACCY 592 and further approved courses worth 30 points at 400-level or above
Economics
Complete either ECON 591 or
- ECON 592 and further approved courses worth 30 points at 400-level or above
Finance
Complete either FINA 591 or
- FINA 592 and further approved courses worth 30 points at 400-level or above
Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations
Complete either HRIR 591 or
- HRIR 592 and further approved courses worth 30 points at 400-level or above
Information Systems
Complete either INFO 591 or
- INFO 592 and further approved courses worth 30 points at 400-level or above
International Business
Complete either IBUS 591 or
- IBUS 592 and further approved courses worth 30 points at 400-level or above
Management
Complete either MGMT 591 or
- MGMT 592 and further approved courses worth 30 points at 400-level or above
Marketing
Complete either MARK 591 or
- MARK 592 and further approved courses worth 30 points at 400-level or above
Public Policy
Complete either PUBL 591 or
- PUBL 592 and further approved courses worth 30 points at 400-level or above
Find out more
- If you want to enrol in this programme but don't meet some the entry requirements you should contact the Programme Director or Administrator to discuss your options.
- The academic Calendar is the authoritative source of programme and course information.