Global Management and Innovation

Global Management and Innovation (GLMI) is a specialisation in the MCom that reflects the multidisciplinary nature of management practice.

What can you study in Global Management and Innovation?

This specialisation aims to equip managers to operate in a global context, pursuing innovative solutions for organisational and societal challenges and identifying new opportunities.

Develop your ability to create, manage, sustain and change organisations through integrated courses on international management, the global competitive environment, management in diverse and uncertain contexts, and innovation and creativity.

Take the opportunity to enhance your analytical capabilities and develop valuable research skills through a research project guided by academic staff.

Courses

Explore the courses you can take in Global Management and Innovation:

Postgraduate Global Management and Innovation courses

Entry requirements and prerequisites

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) or Master of Commerce (180 points)

An applicant must have: a) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce, or a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, and passed the prerequisites for the subject in which they intend to enrol, or have equivalent prior study; or b) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce, or a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II and passed the prerequisites for the subject in which they intend to enrol.

Prerequisites for BCOM(Hons) and MCOM (180 points)

A major in International Business or Management or Innovation and Entrepreneurship, or equivalent as approved by the Head of Department

Master of Commerce (120 points)

An applicant intending to complete must have completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) or Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce from this University in the subject intended for this degree with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study.

Programme structure

View the university 2025 Calendar for detailed programme structure here: programme regulations

  • Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - page 267
  • Master of Commerce - page 278

You can also view the programme requirement details on Student Services Online if you are active in a programme.

Where can Global Management and Innovation take you?

An MCom in GLMI provides an understanding of business through multiple lenses, and prepares graduates to deal with the contemporary issues managers face, regardless of their sector or size of organisation. The programme provides a strong base for working in start-ups, international organisations and innovative businesses in business development or management consulting roles.

Relevant roles include:

  • Management Consultant
  • Business Development Consultant
  • Strategy Analyst
  • Policy Advisor
  • Change Management Specialist
  • Entrepreneur
  • Improvement Lead
  • Organisational Development Consultant

Further study option

You can pursue a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) after completing a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) or a Master of Commerce. However, please note Master of Commerce with a 30-point applied research consultancy project does not lead to a PhD.

Scholarships and awards

Each year we award scholarships and prizes to thousands of students.Find out about the scholarships you may be eligible for, search available scholarships or begin an application by visiting Scholarships and awards.

Help and advice

For general student enquiries, please contact Student Hubs.To contact a postgraduate adviser or the subject convenor, visit Key contacts.

Explore your study options in Global Management and Innovation