Colleges and Universities Offering Master of Commerce in South Africa

Master of Commerce is a prestigious postgraduate degree that equips students with advanced knowledge and skills in commerce-related fields. This program delves into various aspects of business, economics and finance, empowering graduates to excel in the corporate world. Through a blend of theoretical coursework and practical application, students develop a deep understanding of global markets, accounting principles, strategic management and entrepreneurship.

Upon completion, Master of Commerce graduates have a wide range of career opportunities to explore including:
1. Financial analyst
2. Management consultant
3. Investment banker
4. Marketing manager
5. Supply chain manager
6. Business development manager
7. Financial manager
8. Risk analyst
9. Data analyst
10. Entrepreneur

Institutions Offering Master of Commerce

•  University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg  
  Entry Requirements:
  Outstanding performance in suitable honours degree.
  The topic of the Masters by research should be supported by demonstrated excellent performance in prior studies that provides the candidate with the requisite knowledge and skills to successfully undertake Masters level research. If the prior studies are not in the correct area of study or do not include the requisite background knowledge or skills, the applicant is likely to be rejected.
  
  Please note: Acceptance into the programme is contingent on supervision capacity. Unfortunately, it cannot be guaranteed that a suitable supervisor will be available for every prospective student.
  
  The following documents need to be submitted with your application:
  1. Certified copy of your degree certificates
  2. Certified copy of academic transcripts as well as grade key
  3. All certificates need to be transcribed to English if in another language.
  4. SAQA evaluation (International applicants)
  5. Proof of English proficiency (International applicants)
  6. Curriculum Vitae
  7. Letter of motivation
  8. A brief (5-10 page) proposal outlining your area of research interest
  Your application will only be assessed once all the above documentation has been submitted.
  We will unfortunately not be able to assess your application without your SAQA certificate or application fee.
  
  
  Course Duration: 1 to 2 years
  
  Mode of Study: Full time and Part time
•  UCT Graduate School of Business, Cape Town  
  Duration: 2 years
  
  Minimum entry requirement:
  -Have a four-year degree or Honours degree in Economics, Commerce, Accounting, Finance or other finance related degrees.
  -Alternatively, applicants may have a four-year or Honours degree in other non-finance related disciplines with at least 3 years work experience in finance related work and a very strong quantitative background.
  -Students must be fluent in spoken and written English.
  
  Course Overview:
  -Quantitative Methods in Development Finance
  -Micro-Enterprise Finance
  -Responsible Investment
  -Issues in Development Finance
  -International Finance for Development
  -Research Methods
  -Project Finance
  -Public Sector Finance
  -Financial Risk Management
•  MANCOSA Institute, Durban  
  Course entry requirements:
  (i) Prospective students must hold a cognate Honours degree in Commerce or cognate Postgraduate Diploma at NQF level from an accredited institution or a SAQA equivalent qualification
  (ii) Write a personal letter of motivation. Submit letters of recommendation from the applicants employer or a reputable individual.
  (iii) To be considered via RPL, applicants should be above the age of 30 years.
  
  Course duration: 1 year
•  University of the Free State, Bloemfontein  
  Specializations:-
  
  Financial Economics and Investment Management (structured)
  Financial Economics and Investment Management (research)
  Economics (structured)
  Economics (research)
•  Nelson Mandela University , Port Elizabeth   
  Master of Commerce( Accounting)
  
  
  Compulsory modules: Accounting
  
  
  Mode of study: full time
  
  
  Course duration: 1 year
•  Rhodes University, Grahamstown  
  
•  University of Limpopo, Polokwane  
  

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