COMMERCE AT MELBOURNE

The Faculty of Economics and Commerce has been a pioneer in business education since its foundation in 1924. Today, it stands as the leader in the research and teaching of commerce among Australian universities and is well-recognised around the world.

Our outstanding performance in research and teaching is evident in our rankings:

• #1 Australian university in Business and Economics (Melbourne Institute, Discipline Ratings for Australian Universities, 2006).

• #17 in the world for social science (includes Economics, Business and Law) and #27 university ( Times Higher Education Supplement World University Rankings, UK, 2007).

These world-class achievements reflect our diverse and dynamic educational environment. Our programs are taught by internationally-focused academics, many of whom are leaders in their fields. Students can explore opportunities including international exchange, mentorship, and work-placements and they graduate with a genuine competitive advantage for their careers and future studies.

Faculty at a glance

• Four departments: Accounting and Business Information Systems, Economics, Finance, and Management and Marketing; as well as the Centre for Actuarial Studies and the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research.

• Home to the Melbourne Graduate School of Management, offering coursework and research programs for graduate students.

• 10,026 students, including over 4,566 internationals.

• 148 full time academic staff.

• Scholarship-supported exchange opportunities with over 120 universities in 30 countries.

• Student support services include Orientation, Course Advice, Mentoring, Transition Programs and Career Development (Commerce specific).

• Facilities include the Teaching and Learning Unit (Commerce specific), multimedia interactive learning programs, and large computer labs with 24 hour access. Online tutors and other forms of assistance are also available.

Variety of programs

Undergraduate Studies
The New Generation Bachelor of Commerce features the opportunity to undertake majors in accounting, actuarial studies, business, economics, finance, management and marketing. Accounting and actuarial studies programs are professionally recognised.

Melbourne Graduate School of Management
Graduate programs at the Faculty are taught through the Melbourne Graduate School of Management, and many are open to graduates from any discipline background. Students can choose high quality professional or research programs in accounting, business and IT, economics, finance, human resource management, international business, management and marketing.

Award winning academics, research and teaching excellence

• All academic departments are ranked top three in Australia in their disciplines, in a study of teaching and research quality undertaken by the Melbourne Institute.

• Staff maintain a high output of publications in leading international journals and present their research at the top international conferences in their fields.

• Major journals that are edited from within the Faculty include: Accounting and Finance, Australian Economic Review, and Economic Record.

• The Faculty regularly attracts visiting Nobel prize recipients and currently hosts Professor Sir James Mirrlees, (Cambridge University) Nobel Laureate in Economic Science in 1996. Other visiting Nobel Laureates have included Professor Robert E. Lucas Jr (University of Chicago), Nobel Laureate in Economic Science in 1995 and Professor Sir Clive Granger, (University of California) the 2003 Nobel Laureate in Economic Science.

Career Advantage

• International firms recruit on campus.

• One of only four Actuarial Studies programs in Australia.

• Accounting and Actuarial Studies programs feature internationally recognised professional accreditation.

• 2006 University of Melbourne Graduate Destination Survey – Of those available for full-time work; 86% of undergraduates and 77% of postgraduates were working full-time within four months of graduation.

• The New Generation Bachelor of Commerce endorsed by employers and recruiters for its blend of excellent professional education, breadth of study, and practical experience.

• Commerce-specific Graduate Careers Unit provides a full range of programs and support including internships, industry mentoring, professional development and employer days.

Scholarships for international students

The Faculty offers many scholarships for international students in undergraduate degrees, coursework masters and research programs. Scholarships are awarded each semester, based on academic merit.

Scholarships range from 25–100% tuition fee remission and some include living allowances. In 2009, up to 32 undergraduate scholarships and 25 graduate coursework scholarships will be awarded.

Separate applications for scholarships are not required. All students who have applied by the closing date and who meet entry requirements are automatically considered.

More information about undergraduate scholarships is available at: www.bcom.unimelb.edu.au

More information about graduate scholarships is available at: www.melbournegsm.unimelb.edu.au

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