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Master of Management (Accounting)	Master of Professional Accounting CRICOS 064490C	Master of Accounting (12 Subject Program)	Master of Accounting (16 Subject Program)	Graduate Certificate in Business Forensics
Provides graduates with foundation training in the key areas of accounting, economics, management, auditing and information systems. Learn more	Provides a pathway to a career in professional accounting for students with an undergraduate degree in business / commerce (in a discipline other than accounting.) Learn more	An advanced, specialised degree for qualified accountants with at least one year of work experience. Learn more	An advanced, specialised degree for qualified accountants with no work experience. Learn more	Provides specialist skills and knowledge in business forensics in the areas of business valuation, assessment of information systems, security, expert witness processes and the laws of evidence. Learn more
Number of subjects and course length
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time 4 foundation subjects 3 core subjects 7 accounting subjects 2 elective subjects	18 months full-time or 3 years part-time 5 core subjects 7 accounting subjects	18 months full-time or 3 years part-time 8 core subjects 4 elective subjects Optional research semester	2 years full-time or 4 years part-time 8 core subjects 8 elective subjects Optional research semester	1 year part-time 3 core subjects 1 elective subject
Who is this course for?
For recent graduates from any discipline who wish to qualify for practice as an accountant. No work experience is required.	For graduates with prior training in business/commerce and at least one year of work experience. The course is a pathway to practice as a qualified accountant.	For accounting graduates with at least one year of work experience. This program is also a pathway to the PhD.	For accounting graduates with no work experience. This program is also a pathway to the PhD.	For accounting graduates with at least one year of work experience. This course is offered on a part-time basis only. No GMAT score is required.

PhD (offered through the Department of Accounting and Business Information Systems)
About the PhD For those who wish to undertake extensive research and develop expertise in this discipline. In Australia, the majority of research graduates take on professional roles in business, government and other organisations, while about one third go on to careers in academia. Duration 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent One year (or part-time equivalent) of Coursework followed by two years (or part-time equivalent) of Research Prerequisites Either: A four-year honours degree in accounting from an Australian university, or A qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the University of Melbourne Research Higher Degree Committee to be equivalent. Minimum score of 600 in the GMAT. Commencement is at the start of Semester One or Semester Two of any given year. Learn more

PhD (offered through the Department of Accounting and Business Information Systems)

About the PhD

For those who wish to undertake extensive research and develop expertise in this discipline. In Australia, the majority of research graduates take on professional roles in business, government and other organisations, while about one third go on to careers in academia.

Duration

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent One year (or part-time equivalent) of Coursework followed by two years (or part-time equivalent) of Research

Prerequisites

Either:

A four-year honours degree in accounting from an Australian university, or
A qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the University of Melbourne Research Higher Degree Committee to be equivalent. Minimum score of 600 in the GMAT. Commencement is at the start of Semester One or Semester Two of any given year.

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Master of Actuarial Science	Master of Commerce
Provides non-actuarial graduates with the skills required for immediate transition into the actuarial workplace as a trainee actuary. Learn more	Provides initial actuarial education for graduates who have mathematical or statistical qualifications. Learn more
Number of subjects and course length
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time 8 core subjects 8 elective subjects	12 months full-time research
Who is this course for?
For those with an undergraduate degree or equivalent with a major sequence in a mathematically based subject (eg. commerce, mathematics, physics, or engineering.)	A four-year honours degree in economics, commerce or related discipline or completion of a relevant postgraduate diploma.

PhD (offered through the Centre for Actuarial Studies)
About the PhD For those who wish to undertake extensive research and develop expertise in this discipline. In Australia, the majority of research graduates take on professional roles in business, government and other organisations, while about one third go on to careers in academia. Duration 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent Research Thesis only (no coursework) Prerequisites Either: A four-year honours degree in actuarial studies, commerce or related discipline at minimum H2A (75-79%) standard from an Australian university, or A qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the Research Higher Degree Committee to be equivalent. Applicants are also required to provide results of the GRE General Test. Commencement only in Semester One of any given year. Learn more

PhD (offered through the Centre for Actuarial Studies)

About the PhD

Duration

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent Research Thesis only (no coursework)

Prerequisites

Either:

A four-year honours degree in actuarial studies, commerce or related discipline at minimum H2A (75-79%) standard from an Australian university, or
A qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the Research Higher Degree Committee to be equivalent. Applicants are also required to provide results of the GRE General Test. Commencement only in Semester One of any given year.

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Master of Management (Business Analysis and Systems)	Master of Business and IT (12 Subject Program)	Master of Business and IT (16 Subject Program)
Provides graduates with the knowledge and skills to analyse and solve complex business problems. The course focuses on business processes and operations that are supported by business information systems, together with a suite of analytical methods from both a financial and non-financial perspective. Learn more	Provides core business knowledge and IT management skills to leaders in the digital firm. Subjects do not include computer programming or software engineering. Learn more	Provides core business knowledge and IT management skills to leaders in the digital firm. Subjects do not include computer programming or software engineering. Learn more
Number of subjects and course length
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time 4 foundation subjects 6 core subjects 4 business analysis and systems subjects 2 elective subjects	18 months full-time or 3 years part-time 2 business core subjects 2 IT subjects 1 subject each from these groups of subjects: people and organisations management of technology management issues 5 elective subjects	2 years full-time or 4 years part-time 2 core subjects 2 business foundation subjects 2 IT subjects 1 subject each from these groups of subjects: people and organisations management of technology management issues 7 elective subjects
Who is this course for?
For recent graduates from any discipline. No work experience is required.	For recent graduates of any discipline, with at least one year of work experience.	For recent graduates from any discipline. No work experience is required.

PhD (offered through the Department of Accounting and Business Information Systems)
About the PhD For those who wish to undertake extensive research and develop expertise in this discipline. In Australia, the majority of research graduates take on professional roles in business, government and other organisations, while about one third go on to careers in academia. Duration 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent One year (or part-time equivalent) of Coursework followed by two years (or part-time equivalent) of Research Prerequisites Either: A four-year honours degree in accounting from an Australian university, or A qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the University of Melbourne Research Higher Degree Committee to be equivalent. Minimum score of 600 in the GMAT. Commencement is at the start of Semester One or Semester Two of any given year. Learn more

PhD (offered through the Department of Accounting and Business Information Systems)

About the PhD

Duration

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

One year (or part-time equivalent) of Coursework followed by two years (or part-time equivalent) of Research

Prerequisites

Either:

A four-year honours degree in accounting from an Australian university, or
A qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the University of Melbourne Research Higher Degree Committee to be equivalent. Minimum score of 600 in the GMAT. Commencement is at the start of Semester One or Semester Two of any given year.

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Master of Management (Economics)	Master of Economics
Provides graduates with a two-year program which will equip them with skills and attributes required of professional economists in the public or private sectors. Learn more	Provides advanced training in economics and econometrics, develops skills in crucially reading literature and provides experience in undertaking independent research. Learn more
Number of subjects and course length
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time 4 foundations subjects 8 core economics subjects 4 elective subjects	2 years full-time or 4 years part-time 4 core economics subjects 2 quantitative subjects 8 elective subjects Research Report
Who is this course for?
For recent graduates from any disciplines. No work experience is required.	For graduates with strong analytical/mathematical training. No work experience is required.

Four-year doctoral program (offered through the Department of Economics)	Four-year doctoral program (offered through the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research)
About the four-year doctoral program For those who wish to undertake extensive research and develop expertise in this discipline. In Australia, the majority of research graduates take on professional roles in business, government and other organisations, while about one third go on to careers in academia. Duration Doctoral candidates will enrol initially in a Master of Economics, a coursework degree of either one or two years depending on a student’s previous academic background and performance. Candidates for the PhD will then undertake a reconfigured graduate research degree, working with leading academics and practitioners and exploring exciting economic research topics such as the consequences of climate change, the global financial crisis, and new directions in behavioural economics. Prerequisites This program is designed for students with a 4-year undergraduate degree (including an honours year) in economics or a related discipline with a strong analytical/mathematical component with at least an H2A (75%) average, or a relevant postgraduate degree with at least an H2A (75%) average. Applicants with a 3-year undergraduate or graduate degree (or equivalent), in a related discipline with a strong analytical/ mathematical component and an average grade of at least an H2A (75% or better) may be considered for entry into the first year of the M.Ec and continue onto the 4-year doctoral program. Students are required to make satisfactory progress in the first year in order to continue into years 2 to 4 of the doctoral program (the PhD). Applicants are also required to provide results of the GRE General Test and a personal statement. Please see admission requirements - research for more information. Commencement only in Semester One of any given year. Learn more	About the four-year doctoral program For those who wish to undertake extensive research and develop expertise in this discipline. In Australia, the majority of research graduates take on professional roles in business, government and other organisations, while about one third go on to careers in academia. Duration Doctoral candidates will enrol initially in a Master of Economics, a coursework degree of either one or two years depending on a student’s previous academic background and performance. Candidates for the PhD will then undertake a reconfigured graduate research degree, working with leading academics and practitioners and exploring exciting economic research topics such as the consequences of climate change, the global financial crisis, and new directions in behavioural economics. Prerequisites This program is designed for students with a 4-year undergraduate degree (including an honours year) in economics or a related discipline with a strong analytical/mathematical component with at least an H2A (75%) average, or a relevant postgraduate degree with at least an H2a (75%) average. Applicants with a 3-year undergraduate or graduate degree (or equivalent), in a related discipline with a strong analytical/ mathematical component and an average grade of at least an H2A (75% or better) may be considered for entry into the first year of the M.Ec and continue onto the 4-year doctoral program. Students are required to make satisfactory progress in the first year in order to continue into years 2 to 4 of the doctoral program (the PhD). Applicants are also required to provide results of the GRE General Test and a personal statement. Please see admission requirements - research for more information. Commencement only in Semester One of any given year. Learn more

Four-year doctoral program (offered through the Department of Economics)

Four-year doctoral program (offered through the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research)

About the four-year doctoral program

Duration

Doctoral candidates will enrol initially in a Master of Economics, a coursework degree of either one or two years depending on a student’s previous academic background and performance. Candidates for the PhD will then undertake a reconfigured graduate research degree, working with leading academics and practitioners and exploring exciting economic research topics such as the consequences of climate change, the global financial crisis, and new directions in behavioural economics.

Prerequisites

This program is designed for students with a 4-year undergraduate degree (including an honours year) in economics or a related discipline with a strong analytical/mathematical component with at least an H2A (75%) average, or a relevant postgraduate degree with at least an H2A (75%) average.

Applicants with a 3-year undergraduate or graduate degree (or equivalent), in a related discipline with a strong analytical/ mathematical component and an average grade of at least an H2A (75% or better) may be considered for entry into the first year of the M.Ec and continue onto the 4-year doctoral program.

Students are required to make satisfactory progress in the first year in order to continue into years 2 to 4 of the doctoral program (the PhD).

Applicants are also required to provide results of the GRE General Test and a personal statement.
Please see admission requirements - research for more information. Commencement only in Semester One of any given year.

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About the four-year doctoral program

Duration

Prerequisites

This program is designed for students with a 4-year undergraduate degree (including an honours year) in economics or a related discipline with a strong analytical/mathematical component with at least an H2A (75%) average, or a relevant postgraduate degree with at least an H2a (75%) average.

Applicants with a 3-year undergraduate or graduate degree (or equivalent), in a related discipline with a strong analytical/ mathematical component and an average grade of at least an H2A (75% or better) may be considered for entry into the first year of the M.Ec and continue onto the 4-year doctoral program.

Students are required to make satisfactory progress in the first year in order to continue into years 2 to 4 of the doctoral program (the PhD).

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Master of Management (Finance)	Master of Commerce (Finance)	Master of Finance	Postgraduate Diploma in Finance	Master of Applied Finance
The Master of Management (Finance) provides graduates with advanced competencies, professional skills and knowledge in the finance discipline which will prepare them for entry into the finance profession. Learn more	Offers high-level academic training in finance. This program is an appropriate foundation for the PhD program in finance. Learn more	Designed to provide students with an understanding of financial management principles and their application to corporate financial policy. Learn more	Comprises the first year of the Master of Finance program: a shorter graduate qualification in finance. Learn more	A practical and career-oriented program at the cutting edge of theory and practice. Learn more
Number of subjects and course length
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time 4 foundation subjects 4 core subjects 4 finance subjects 4 elective subjects	1 year full-time or2 years part-time 1 core subject 1 quantitative subject 4 elective subjects Research Report	2 years full-time or 4 years part-time 11 core subjects 5 elective subjects	1 year full-time or2 years part-time 5 core subjects 3 elective subjects	12 months full-time or 2 years part-time 8 core subjects 3 elective subjects
Who is this course for?
For recent graduates from any discipline. No work experience is required.	For students with higher-level studies in Finance (ie Honours in Finance or the Postgraduate Diploma in Finance). No work experience is required.	For students who have completed some studies in finance. No work experience is required.	For students who have completed some studies in finance and seek a shorter graduate qualification. No work experience or GMAT score is required.	For professionals with at least two years of work experience in a financial-related industry, seeking expanded knowledge of the area.

PhD (offered through the Department of Finance)
About the PhD For those who wish to undertake extensive research and develop expertise in this discipline. In Australia, the majority of research graduates take on professional roles in business, government and other organisations, while about one third go on to careers in academia. Duration 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent One year (or part-time equivalent) of Coursework followed by two years (or part-time equivalent) of Research Prerequisites Either: A four-year honours degree at minimum H2A (75–79%) standard from an Australian university, or A qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the Research Higher Degree Committee to be equivalent, in an area that is relevant to the intended PhD. Applicants are also required to provide results of the GMAT or the GRE General Test. Commencement only in Semester One of any given year. Learn more

PhD (offered through the Department of Finance)

About the PhD

Duration

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

One year (or part-time equivalent) of Coursework followed by two years (or part-time equivalent) of Research

Prerequisites

Either:

A four-year honours degree at minimum H2A (75–79%) standard from an Australian university, or
A qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the Research Higher Degree Committee to be equivalent, in an area that is relevant to the intended PhD. Applicants are also required to provide results of the GMAT or the GRE General Test. Commencement only in Semester One of any given year.

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Master of Management	Master of Commerce (Management)	Master of Human Resource Management	Master of International Business (12 Subject Program)
Provides foundation training in business and economics, and specialist training in organisational management. The program covers a broad spectrum of management activities including all the key areas needed to become a successful manager and leader. Learn more	This course offers broader, more comprehensive training in this specialised field and the opportunity to gain research experience. Learn more	Designed to provide high-level knowledge of the main approaches to managing people at work. Learn more	Aims to develop management skills tailored for the international business environment. Learn more
Number of subjects and course length
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time 4 foundation subjects 3 core subjects 7 management subjects 2 elective subjects	2 years full-time* or 4 years part-time 3 core subjects 11 elective subjects Research Report	18 months full-time or 3 years part-time 7 compulsory subjects 5 elective subjects	18 months full-time or 3 years part-time 6 international business core subjects 6 elective subjects
Who is this course for?
For recent graduates from any discipline. No work experience is required.	For business/commerce graduates with a major in management or a related discipline. No work experience is required.	For HR professionals with at least two years of work experience.	For those with an undergraduate degree in a related discipline and at least two years of work experience.

PhD (offered through the Department of Management and Marketing )
About the PhD For those who wish to undertake extensive research and develop expertise in this discipline. In Australia, the majority of research graduates take on professional roles in business, government and other organisations, while about one third go on to careers in academia. Duration 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent One year (or part-time equivalent) of Coursework followed by two years (or part-time equivalent) of Research Prerequisites Either: A four-year honours degree at minimum H2A (75-79%) standard from an Australian university, or A qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the Research Higher Degree Committee to be equivalent, in an area that is relevant to the intended PhD. Applicants are also required to provide results of the GMAT or the GRE General Test. Commencement only in Semester One of any given year. Learn more

PhD (offered through the Department of Management and Marketing )

About the PhD

Duration

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

One year (or part-time equivalent) of Coursework followed by two years (or part-time equivalent) of Research

Prerequisites

Either:

A four-year honours degree at minimum H2A (75-79%) standard from an Australian university, or
A qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the Research Higher Degree Committee to be equivalent, in an area that is relevant to the intended PhD.

Applicants are also required to provide results of the GMAT or the GRE General Test. Commencement only in Semester One of any given year.

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Master of Enterprise (Executive)	Master of Supply Chain Management
Provides a range of management education in economics, financial and performance management, marketing and strategy. Duration The Master of Enterprise (Executive) is designed to be completed in a one year period, but can be undertaken over an extended period if this better suits professional and/or personal needs. A key feature of the program is its rolling intake, which offers applicants four different starting dates per calendar year. Who is this course for? The Master of Enterprise (Executive) is designed for senior executive managers of organisations, in both the private and public sectors who wish to enhance their management and leadership skills. * This course is offered in partnership with Melbourne Custom Consulting Programs Learn more	This course aims to develop the next generation of supply chain leaders across and outside Australia. Designed in close collaboration with industry leaders and practitioners, its content and processes are innovative in covering key strategic issues and opportunities faced by supply chain managers. Duration The program will be delivered in intensive one-week blocks in an executive format. This delivery mode enables participants from outside Melbourne and Victoria to fly in for each delivery and accommodates those who have regular interstate and overseas work commitments. There are eight subjects that each incorporate a supervised workplace based project. Who is this course for? The course is designed for current and future managers and leaders working in supply chain management or related functions, and representatives from a variety of sectors, for example; Automotive / Manufacturing, Food / Beverages, Mining / Resources, Retail / Wholesale, Transport / Logistics, Government, Software providers. * This course is offered in partnership with Melbourne Custom Consulting Programs Learn more

Master of Enterprise (Executive)

Master of Supply Chain Management

Provides a range of management education in economics, financial and performance management, marketing and strategy.

Duration

The Master of Enterprise (Executive) is designed to be completed in a one year period, but can be undertaken over an extended period if this better suits professional and/or personal needs. A key feature of the program is its rolling intake, which offers applicants four different starting dates per calendar year.

Who is this course for?

The Master of Enterprise (Executive) is designed for senior executive managers of organisations, in both the private and public sectors who wish to enhance their management and leadership skills.

* This course is offered in partnership with Melbourne Custom Consulting Programs

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This course aims to develop the next generation of supply chain leaders across and outside Australia. Designed in close collaboration with industry leaders and practitioners, its content and processes are innovative in covering key strategic issues and opportunities faced by supply chain managers.

Duration

The program will be delivered in intensive one-week blocks in an executive format. This delivery mode enables participants from outside Melbourne and Victoria to fly in for each delivery and accommodates those who have regular interstate and
overseas work commitments. There are eight subjects that each incorporate a supervised workplace based project.

Who is this course for?

The course is designed for current and future managers and leaders working in supply chain management or related functions, and representatives from a variety of sectors, for example; Automotive / Manufacturing, Food / Beverages, Mining / Resources, Retail / Wholesale, Transport / Logistics, Government, Software providers.

* This course is offered in partnership with Melbourne Custom Consulting Programs

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Master of Management (Marketing)	Master of Commerce (Marketing)
Enables graduates to develop, implement and control integrated marketing programs, work closely with managers in other functional areas, and pursue a career in marketing management. Learn more	Provides business/commerce graduates with advanced study in marketing and the opportunity to gain research experience. Learn more
Number of subjects and course length
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time 4 foundation subjects 2 core subjects 8 marketing subjects 2 elective subjects	2 years full-time* or 4 years part-time 3 core subjects 11 elective subjects Research Report
Who is this course for?
For recent graduates from any discipline. No work experience is required.	For business/commerce graduates with a major in marketing or a related discipline. No work experience is required.

PhD (offered through the Department of Management and Marketing )
About the PhD For those who wish to undertake extensive research and develop expertise in this discipline. In Australia, the majority of research graduates take on professional roles in business, government and other organisations, while about one third go on to careers in academia. Duration 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent One year (or part-time equivalent) of Coursework followed by two years (or part-time equivalent) of Research Prerequisites Either: A four-year honours degree at minimum H2A (75-79%) standard from an Australian university, or A qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the Research Higher Degree Committee to be equivalent, in an area that is relevant to the intended PhD. Applicants are also required to provide results of the GMAT or the GRE General Test. Commencement only in Semester One of any given year. Learn more

PhD (offered through the Department of Management and Marketing )

About the PhD

Duration

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

One year (or part-time equivalent) of Coursework followed by two years (or part-time equivalent) of Research

Prerequisites

Either:

A four-year honours degree at minimum H2A (75-79%) standard from an Australian university, or
A qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the Research Higher Degree Committee to be equivalent, in an area that is relevant to the intended PhD.

Applicants are also required to provide results of the GMAT or the GRE General Test. Commencement only in Semester One of any given year.

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*Students who have fulfilled additional requirements may be admitted directly into Year Two of this program. Please refer to the course description for more details.