Online Courses Handbook 2003

296505 v.3 Master of Commerce (Economics and Finance)

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 economics, finance or a related field, or a Postgraduate Diploma in Business (Economics and Finance), or an appropriate honours degree.

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. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

SELECT 2 OPTIONS 100.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

SELECT 2 OPTIONS 100.0

100.0

Year 2 Semester 1

SELECT 2 OPTIONS 100.0

100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

SELECT 2 OPTIONS 100.0

100.0

Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) Hrs/Wk Credits

10966 v.3 Research Methods (Economics and Finance) 683 3.0 50.0

10976 v.4 Economics (Micro) 566 3.0 50.0

10977 v.4 Economics (History of Economic Thought) 567 3.0 50.0

10978 v.4 Economics (Public Finance) 568 3.0 50.0

10979 v.4 Economics (International) 569 3.0 50.0

10980 v.4 Finance (Corporate) 567 3.0 50.0

10981 v.4 Finance (Security Analysis) 568 3.0 50.0

10982 v.4 Finance (International) 569 3.0 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.3 Economics (Labour) 570 3.0 50.0

12461 v.3 Economics (Macro) 571 3.0 50.0

12462 v.3 Economics (Special Topics) 572 3.0 50.0

12463 v.3 Finance (Statement Analysis) 566 3.0 50.0

12464 v.3 Financial (Markets and Institutions) 576 3.0 50.0

12465 v.3 Finance (Special Topics) 577 3.0 50.0

12746 v.3 Topics in Macroeconomic Theory and Policy 573 3.0 50.0

12893 v.3 Banking (Contemporary Issues) 580 3.0 50.0

13618 v.2 Financial Econometrics 575 3.0 50.0

303937 v.2 Finance (Advanced Investment Analysis) 578 3.0 50.0