296505 v.3 Master of Commerce (Economics and Finance)
MCom(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 042168F
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 2 Years
Introduction
This course is designed for students who want to extend their theoretical knowledge and associated techniques to a higher level. Students focus on one of the two areas, although coursework and research may be carried out in both areas. The degree is suitable for those who plan to pursue careers as professional economists or finance specialists in both public and private sectors or in academia.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A degree or equivalent in commerce majoring in economics and/or finance with a high course weighted average. A honours degree in economics or finance, a postgraduate diploma in commerce (economics and finance), or completion of a professional masters ineconomics and/or finance or related field with an above average academic performance.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
The duration of this course is two years full-time or equivalent part-time study. For entrants with a bachelor degree in Finance, Economics or other appropriate field the course can be completed in three full-time semesters.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 Semester 1 |
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| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 100.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 1 Semester 2 |
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| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 100.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 1 |
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| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 100.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 2 |
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| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 100.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) | Hrs/Wk | Credits | |||
| 10976 | v.5 | Economics (Micro) 566 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
| 10977 | v.5 | Economics (History of Economic Thought) 567 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
| 10978 | v.6 | Economics (Public Finance) 568 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
| 10979 | v.5 | Economics (International) 569 | 3.0 | 50.0 | |
| 10980 | v.5 | Finance (Corporate) 567 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
| 10982 | v.5 | Finance (International) 569 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
| 11652 | v.2 | Business Dissertation (Economics and Finance) 693 | 6.0 | 50.0 | |
| 11653 | v.2 | Business Dissertation (Economics and Finance) 694 | 6.0 | 50.0 | |
| 12460 | v.4 | Economics (Labour) 570 | 3.0 | 50.0 | |
| 12461 | v.4 | Economics (Macro) 571 | 3.0 | 50.0 | |
| 12462 | v.4 | Economics (Special Topics) 572 | 3.0 | 50.0 | |
| 12463 | v.4 | Finance (Statement Analysis) 566 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
| 12464 | v.4 | Financial (Markets and Institutions) 576 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
| 12465 | v.4 | Finance (Special Topics) 577 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
| 12746 | v.4 | Topics in Macroeconomic Theory and Policy 573 | 3.0 | 50.0 | |
| 12893 | v.4 | Banking (Contemporary Issues) 580 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
| 13618 | v.3 | Financial Econometrics 575 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
| 303937 | v.3 | Finance (Advanced Investment Analysis) 578 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
Availability
| Year | Location | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# | |
| 2005 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2005 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
Curtin University of Technology
Current as of: July 11, 2005
Curtin University of Technology, Perth CRICOS Provider Code 00301J
The Sydney Campus of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 02637B