Master of Commerce (Extension)

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\nFor additional entry requirements visit UNSW Business School website for further details.

\nIf you do not have an undergraduate degree you may be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Commerce, a pathway program into the Master of Commerce (Ext) - domestic students only.

\nPlease note that these requirements may be subject to change. You are required to follow degree structure for the year you commence the program. Please refer to previous editions of the Online Handbook for program requirements.

\nAlternative Entry

\nApplicants who do not fulfil the academic requirements may be assessed on other performance indicators. For example, an applicant with an above average mark obtained in a Bachelor degree (for Australian qualifications this would be in the range of 60-64%) may result, on a case by case basis, in an offer being made based on the following performance indicators:

\n\nGMAT score is at least 600 for the GMAT Exam or at least 565 for the GMAT Focus Edition. The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is an exam created to measure the academic abilities needed to succeed in graduate management education. Further information can be obtained from www.gmac.com\nCompletion of other undergraduate, postgraduate or research qualifications\nProfessional qualifications completed through relevant professional bodies, for example the Institute of Chartered Accountants or CPA Australia\nRelevant work experience is not a requirement but may be taken into consideration as an indicator of performance to support the application\n","links":[]}]}

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\nThese credits will be assessed upon application and you will be notified (in the offer letter) of the credit/s awarded.

\nIt is recommended students contact the UNSW Business School Student Hub for guidance on options available to increase depth of learning.

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A Master of Commerce (Extension) opens the door to a wide range of career pathways. Whether you're interested in strategy, finance, marketing, technology or people and culture, the degree equips you with a versatile skillset that can be applied across industries and roles. Demand for Business Analysts is projected to grow by 23.2% over the next five years, while demand for Compliance Manager and Consultant roles is expected to grow by 17.5% and 32.2% respectively (Seek, 2026). Potential careers include: Business administration, Business analyst, Business development manager, Commercialisation manager, Compliance manager, Consultant, Customer experience manager, Cybersecurity analyst, Data analyst, Data scientist, Digital innovation manager, Entrepreneur, Financial advisor, Financial technology developer, Funds manager, Human resource consultant, Investment banker, Marketing analyst, Management accountant, Management analyst, Marketing or brand manager, People and culture specialist, Portfolio manager, Product manager, Regulatory officer, Risk analyst, Social entrepreneur, Stakeholder engagement manager, Strategist, Systems analyst, Venture capitalist.