Master of Commerce (MCom) in Economics 12 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Otago |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 301-350QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

Economics and EconometricsMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

MComm

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Study Economics at Otago and learn about economic theory, develop your skills of logical thinking – and pick up some great interpersonal skills along the way!


Choice is at the heart of all decision-making. Individuals, businesses and governments are all faced with making choices in situations where resources are scarce. This is where a knowledge of Economics is vital.


Economics applies to most aspects of everyday life. By studying Economics you will examine topics of obvious importance to human well-being. Economics is applicable in a wide range of fields, including:


  • Business
  • Finance
  • Administration
  • Law
  • Local and national government


Increasingly, policy debate in all areas is being cast in economic terms. Understanding most current issues requires knowledge of Economics.


The Master of Commerce (MCom) is a 120-point thesis-only degree. Admission requires a student to be a graduate, normally with a bachelor’s degree and an Honours or Postgraduate Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in the subject, or a related subject, of study proposed. Minimum full-time duration is one year.


The degree is an entry qualification for Doctoral level study (PhD or DBA).

Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

MComm

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Study Economics at Otago and learn about economic theory, develop your skills of logical thinking – and pick up some great interpersonal skills along the way!


Choice is at the heart of all decision-making. Individuals, businesses and governments are all faced with making choices in situations where resources are scarce. This is where a knowledge of Economics is vital.


Economics applies to most aspects of everyday life. By studying Economics you will examine topics of obvious importance to human well-being. Economics is applicable in a wide range of fields, including:


  • Business
  • Finance
  • Administration
  • Law
  • Local and national government


Increasingly, policy debate in all areas is being cast in economic terms. Understanding most current issues requires knowledge of Economics.


The Master of Commerce (MCom) is a 120-point thesis-only degree. Admission requires a student to be a graduate, normally with a bachelor’s degree and an Honours or Postgraduate Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in the subject, or a related subject, of study proposed. Minimum full-time duration is one year.


The degree is an entry qualification for Doctoral level study (PhD or DBA).

Admission Requirements

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  1. Every applicant must have been awarded a bachelor's degree, and an Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in the subject of study proposed or a related subject with an average grade of at least B+ (including at least a B+ for the research component); or have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Commerce).
  2. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Commerce).

1 Year
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