Master of Commerce (Extension)

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.

Key features

• Co-designed with leaders from across business professions.
• 14 specialisations to choose from.
• Option to study one or two specialisations. 
• Choose from a range of future focused electives, to give you broad business knowledge. 
• Access work experience aligned with your goals.
• Use real-world professional technologies – the same tools and platforms you will use in the workplace.
• Learn with business professionals and world-leading academics. 
• Get professional accreditation in areas like human resources, accounting, financial analysis, and more.
• Access to a global alumni community with networking and mentoring opportunities. 
• Join a community dedicated to shaping an ethical and sustainable future for business

World-class business education
UNSW Business School is ranked the #1 business school in Australia by AFR BOSS*. 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 1^st in Australia and Sydney for Business & Management*, and 1^st in Sydney for 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
Career Accelerator is a program unique to UNSW Business School students that gives you access to work experience, professional development, and global business project opportunities.

We also supports start-ups. UNSW is the number one university attended by start-up founders, are renowned for our successful innovators, and are home to Australia’s most comprehensive university entrepreneurship program. 

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), Cricket One, Emtek Group, Givvable, NetNada, and more. 

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