University
University of CanterburyMaster of Commerce
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
4 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
A Master of Commerce (MCom) degree will allow you to learn more about your chosen subject area, critically view the world, and carry out an independent piece of research. The knowledge, skills, and competencies gained from the MCom prepare graduates for professional roles and business consulting.
If you have been following the Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand programme, study in the MCom counts as one year of professional experience.
Students who have qualified for a Bachelor of Commerce with Honours or equivalent may be admitted to the MCom by thesis only in that major (one year, worth 120 points).
Why study a Master of Commerce at UC?As an MCom graduate you will be able to:
- demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of contemporary thought and developments within your specific research area
- evaluate the implications of your own research findings for the wider body of relevant academic literature
- synthesise academic literature and communicate research findings, both orally and in written form, consistent with academics working in your chosen discipline.
- Accounting
- Economics
- Finance
- Information Systems
- Management
- Marketing
- Taxation
Entry criteria
You will need to have completed one of the following:
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Science in Economics, Finance, or Computer Science
- any bachelor's degree, and a relevant graduate diploma in your major subject.
Prerequisites vary between majors, but normally good grades in 300-level courses in the subject concerned are required. For information on the prerequisites for each subject, see the Master of Commerce Schedule.
If you are an international student and need help meeting these requirements, study UC's Pre-Master's Two Semester programme to gain entry into this degree.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Commerce or use the admission requirements checker.
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