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Master of CommerceUsually a one year thesis-only degree (subject to having completed a Postgraduate Diploma or Honours) or occasionally (regulations permitting) a two year postgraduate degree incorporating papers and thesis. The MCom degree allows for the development of individual research skills. Starting with a sound background of course-work, students will have the opportunity to contribute to existing fields or to develop new areas of research. The thesis is expected to demonstrate that the student has mastered research skills, has a wide knowledge of relevant literature and an ability to use information to fulfill research objectives. The value of the MCom lies in the critical application of research skills in a specific topic area. The resulting combination of practical research experience and specialised knowledge is much sought after by industries of all kinds and also may provide the basis of an academic career. The MCom provides a student with a special opportunity to develop a significant piece of individual work and is used to develop high levels of skills and knowledge in a particular area. A good MCom thesis will be worthy of publication. The MCom may be pursued by a combination of papers and a thesis, or by thesis only. Students who have a good Bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) will complete the MCom by papers and thesis (at least 2 years full-time). The first year consists of a selection of papers worth 144 points, and may be studied as a Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce (PGDipCom). Students who have an Honours degree with 2(1) or First, or a PGDipCom with Credit or Distinction can complete the MCom by thesis only (minimum one year). Further information is available on the main University website. Download the Department of Managment MCom Orientation Information. See a list of recent MCom students and topics. Further Information
ScholarshipsInformation on University scholarships is available on the main University website. For personal assistance please contact the Research Higher Degrees and Scholarships Office in the Research, Enterprise and International Division in the Clocktower Building. Overseas CandidatesThe Department welcomes candidates from overseas for any of the above degrees. Because special conditions apply, applications should initially be made through the International Office:- Tel: 64 3 479 8344 Further information is available on the main University website. Students with DisabilitiesIf you have a disability or condition which may adversely affect your studies please let your lecturers and supervisors know. They are reliant on you to make your needs known and will try to meet those needs where they can. The Department's disabilities representative has the responsibility of advising and advocating on behalf of students with disabilities and to provide additional support. This is done in conjunction with the University's Disabilities office. More information is available on the main University website. The disabilities representative in the Department of Management is: Leanne Skryba Mäori StudentsIf you are a Mäori student and are not familiar with the support services available to you through the School of Business or Mäori Centre or the wider university, you may wish to contact the Department's Mäori liaison person: Diane Ruwhiu Pacific Islands StudentsIf you are a Pacfic Island student and are not familiar with the support services available to you through the Pacific Islands Centre or the wider university, you may wish to contact the Department's Pacific Islands liaison person: Kaye Jeffries ContactsThe following people can be contacted for guidance and advice: MCom StudentsProfessor Alan Geare, room 808, phone 479 8127 Postgraduate Network Facilitator for MCom and PhD students:Dr Bronwyn Boon, room 818, phone 479 8079
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