Duration

2 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)

Commencing 2024

Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2024)
Semester 2 (22 Jul, 2024)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

32

Faculty

Business, Economics & Law

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Attendance mode

In Person

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Commerce.

AQF level

AQF level 9

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to Apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Closing Date

To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.

To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.

Apply Online

Enquiries for Australian students

UQ Business School

Email: info@business.uq.edu.au

Phone: 07 3346 8100

Web:

Duration

2 Years full-time

Commencing 2024

Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2024)
Semester 2 (22 Jul, 2024)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

32

Faculty

Business, Economics & Law

Teaching Location

St Lucia

Attendance mode

In Person

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Commerce.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

2 Years 32 Units

  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, or
  • a Graduate Certificate in Commerce from UQ (or equivalent).

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

1.5 Years 24 Units
  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below)

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

CRICOS Code: 082596K

English Proficiency

IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

view the English proficiency policy.

AQF level

AQF level 9

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Closing Date

To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.

To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

Apply Online

Enquiries for International students

International Student Advisor

Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980

Web:

Enquire online

Why study the Master of Commerce?

The Master of Commerce is designed for people aspiring to management roles, for current managers seeking formal qualifications in commerce and for those changing career direction. This program will help you to further develop your commerce skills, build specialist knowledge within your chosen area and accelerate your career. It's possible to complete the Master of Commerce in 2 years or 1.5 years depending on your previous studies. The 1.5 year duration is designed for graduates with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline. The 2 year duration includes the fundamentals of general commerce for graduates with a Bachelor's degree from any discipline. Both duration options provide an opportunity to specialise in two fields of study or take additional research electives (which may provide a pathway to research higher degree programs). Each specialised field of study will equip you with the relevant knowledge to jumpstart or advance your chosen profession. You can choose to specialise in the areas of applied finance, information systems or professional accounting.

What you can study

Courses and requirements

See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Commerce.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Majors/Specialisations

Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.

Master of Commerce

Placement courses

RBUS7999 is a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) course that provides you with the opportunity to apply theoretical and conceptual knowledge to the workplace via a professional placement. The course is particularly focused on enabling you to develop employability skills, gain workplace knowledge, understand the attitudes of working professionals, grow a professional network, and engage with real world business issues.

How to apply

Entry requirements for Australian students

See the Study at UQ website for admissions information

How to Apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Apply Online

Closing date

To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.

To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.

Entry requirements for International students

Prerequisites

2 Years 32 Units

  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, or
  • a Graduate Certificate in Commerce from UQ (or equivalent).

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

1.5 Years 24 Units
  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below)

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

Additional application requirements

The following supporting documentation is required for all applications. Please ensure that you have included ALL required documentation when you submit your application. Official transcripts of previous studies. Evidence of residency status.

Visa requirements

CRICOS Code: 082596K

English proficiency

IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

View the English proficiency policy.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Apply Online

Closing date

To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.

To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

What it costs

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

What you can do with a Master of Commerce

Careers

Graduates can expect to find employment as qualified accountants or find other job opportunities in the areas of banking and finance, funds management, auditing, business systems analyst; data analyst; and management consulting.

Professional memberships

Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:

  • Association of Certified Chartered Accountants
  • Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand
  • Certified Institute for Management Accountants
  • Certified Practising Accountants Australia
  • Financial Services Institute of Australasia
  • Governance Institute of Australia

Program rules for the Master of Commerce

To complete the Master of Commerce

To graduate with a Master of Commerce a student must have successfully completed all requirements of the program as certified by the Executive Dean. This includes courses to be taken to complete the program and any other specific conditions of the program including admission, enrolment and progression requirements.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.

Related programs

Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs: