Master of Commerce at Monash University

Monash University

Australia, Melbourne

University Rank:#36

The Commerce at Monash University is a Master program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the Caulfield campus in Melbourne, Australia, the program is taught in English and takes 1 year(s) to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. Tuition fees are USD 27,164 / year(s), with the next intake on July 24, 2026.

About Master of Commerce

The Master of Commerce provides pre-doctoral training for high-achieving students who intend to pursue a Monash PhD. The course comprises advanced coursework and research methodology training designed to prepare you to undertake deep and effective doctoral research when you transition to the PhD. During the course, you will design and undertake independent research in your specialisation, working closely with a supervisor who will provide individual guidance and academic advice.

The Master of Commerce is the compulsory doctoral pathway for the Banking and finance specialisation.

The Master of Commerce is the preferred doctoral pathway for the following specialisations:

Accounting
Econometrics and business statistics
Economics
Health economics
Management
Marketing studies

Upon successful completion of the Master of Commerce, students may progress to the PhD program in the relevant discipline, subject to meeting selection standards.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Commerce at Monash University

Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements (International students)

Qualifications

Entry level 1: 96 credit points Duration: 2 years full time, 4 years part time	An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. A distinction grade average (70%) or above for four units (24 points) in a relevant discipline at level three is required.
Entry level 2: 48 credit points Duration: 1 year full time, 2 years part time	An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline* with a grade average of at least (75%), or equivalent qualification approved by the faculty.

*Relevant disciplines include: Accounting, Banking and Finance, Economics, Econometrics and Business Statistics, Health Economics, Management, Marketing and related cognate disciplines including Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology and other Social Sciences.

English entry requirements

Level A

IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.0

Pearson Test of English (Academic): 58 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 50, Reading 50, Speaking 50 and Writing 50

TOEFL Internet-based test: 79 Overall score, with minimum scores: Reading 13, Listening 12, Speaking 18 and Writing 21

Equivalent approved English test

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Extra Requirements

Applicants must attach a completed version of the B6023 - Master of Commerce (Integrated MCom/PhD program) Supplementary Form:

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview with a panel constituted by the Research Director. Admission is a competitive process.

English Program Requirements

overall score for IELTS (Academic), with minimum scores: Listening 7.0, Reading 7.0, Writing 7.0 and Speaking 7.0

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

27,164 / year(s)

Master of Commerce at Monash University

Monash University

Australia, Melbourne