Master of Commerce and Master of International Trade and Commerce Law

Program Overview

The Master of Commerce equips students with a comprehensive understanding of business functions and transferable skills, allowing them to specialize in key areas of demand. The Master of International Trade and Commerce Law extends students' knowledge in legal, governance, and policy issues related to international and domestic trade.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Commerce is a practical and flexible program designed to build upon the knowledge and skills acquired through professional experience or undergraduate studies in commerce and business. It provides a comprehensive understanding of all business functions and equips students with practical and transferable skills, including sustainable and ethical thinking, communication, problem solving, strategic thinking, and teamwork. Students can choose to specialize in one or two key areas of demand, allowing them to develop new areas of expertise or advance their knowledge. The Master of International Trade and Commerce Law extends students' knowledge of legal, governance, and policy issues relevant to international and domestic trade and commerce. This program fosters a broad and well-rounded understanding of the field, equipping students with skills to advance their careers.

Key Features:

• Broaden Knowledge and Skill Set: Students can choose from 10 specializations to deepen their knowledge in areas such as analytics, digital finance, and supply chain management.
• Develop Creative and Innovative Strategic Know-How: The program encourages students to appraise and synthesize complex problems in imaginative ways using data analytics and independent research.
• Boost Capabilities through Real-World Case Studies: Students integrate their knowledge, skills, and critical thinking by applying theory to real or simulated scenarios.
• Double Skills and Career Advancement Prospects: Students can study two specializations or combine this degree with another, gaining an edge for their next promotion or current role.
• Apply Sophisticated Legal Research Skills: Students resolve specific legal problems and formulate and articulate international law and policy reform.
• Develop Innovative and Creative Solutions: Students resolve contemporary problems in international trade and commercial law through independent research.
• Continue to Work Full-Time While Studying: Students can study on-campus or online with brief intensive on-campus sessions.
• Extend Knowledge and Skills in an Indispensable Field: The program offers a range of units relevant to both law and non-law graduates.
• Double Knowledge in Two Complementary or Different Areas: Students can fast-track their learning by up to two years, saving both time and money.
• Personalize Double Degree: Students can choose the combination of degrees that best kick-starts their career.

Careers:

The Master of Commerce and Master of International Trade and Commerce Law equip graduates with the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving job market. The program helps students upskill or reskill to take the next career step in their current industry or move to a new field that aligns with their changing interests.

Other:

• Macquarie University's campus is located in one of the largest business and technology precincts in Australia.
• Students can explore double degree options and complete two degrees in less time.