Double masters

Add six months full time to your masters degree and gain two qualifications.

RMIT University offers several double masters sequences to new and existing students within selected business disciplines.

Gain a double masters in two years

Usually gained over a minimum 24 month period full-time (or 48 months part time), the programs are based on existing structures whereby you complete your first master program and then transfer 96 credit points towards the Master of Commerce.

Please note that conditions may apply regarding the choice of electives that can be undertaken, and the order of study cannot be reversed.

Apply directly

Existing and future students must apply directly to RMIT (Apply Direct). International applicants, please refer to the application process for international students. You can make your application as soon as you complete the first qualification. Remember to include the information on your first qualification on your application form.

Closing dates for applications

The closing dates for applying for your second qualification are exactly the same as the standard closing dates for postgraduate study.

For local students:

10 November
31 May (midyear intake for selected programs)

Applications will continue to be accepted until all places have been filled.

Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) followed by Master of Commerce (MCom)

Complete all 12 compulsory MPA courses and apply for advanced standing in the MCom for 8 x 12 credit point courses plus the requirement to enrol in the MCom compulsory course and a research course of at least 12 credit points.

Master of Business Information Technology (MBIT) followed by Master of Commerce (MCom)

Complete 12 MBIT courses and obtain advanced standing in the MCom for 8 x 12 credit point courses plus the requirement to enrol in the MCom compulsory course and a research course of at least 12 credit points.

Master of Finance (MFin) followed by Master of Commerce (MCom)

Complete 10 MFin courses (9 x 12 credit point and 1 x 36 credit point) and obtain advanced standing in the MCom for 8 x 12 credit point courses plus the requirement to enrol in the MCom compulsory course and a research course of at least 12 credit points.

Master of Information Management (MIM) followed by Master of Commerce (MCom)

Complete 12 MIM courses and apply for advanced standing in the MCom for 8 x 12 credit point courses plus the requirement to enrol in the MCom compulsory course and a research course of at least 12 credit points.

Master of Marketing followed by Master of Commerce (MCom)

Complete all 12 compulsory Marketing courses and apply for advanced standing in the MCom for 8 x 12 credit point courses plus the requirement to enrol in the MCom compulsory course and a research course of at least 12 credit points.

Master of Business Administration followed by Master of Commerce (MCom)

Complete all 12 compulsory MBA courses and apply for advanced standing in the MCom for 8 x 12 credit point courses plus the requirement to enrol in the MCom compulsory course and a research course of at least 12 credit points.

Master of Business Administration (Executive) followed by Master of Commerce (MCom)

Complete all 12 compulsory MBA (Executive) courses and apply for advanced standing in the MCom for 8 x 12 credit point courses plus the requirement to enrol in the MCom compulsory course and a research course of at least 12 credit points.

Master of Business (Logistics Management) followed by Master of Commerce (MCom)

Complete all 12 compulsory Logistics Management courses and apply for advanced standing in the MCom for 8 x 12 credit point courses plus the requirement to enrol in the MCom compulsory course and a research course of at least 12 credit points.