Master of International Trade and Commerce Law and Master of Public and Social Policy
Master of International Trade and Commerce Law and Master of Public and Social Policy
Summary In the Master of International Trade and Commerce Law, you’ll extend your knowledge of the legal, governance and policy issues relevant to international and domestic trade and commerce, so that you develop a broad and well-rounded understanding of the area, as well as skills to advance your career. The…
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Summary
In the Master of International Trade and Commerce Law, you’ll extend your knowledge of the legal, governance and policy issues relevant to international and domestic trade and commerce, so that you develop a broad and well-rounded understanding of the area, as well as skills to advance your career. The unique Master of Public and Social Policy – with its dual focus on policy analysis and applied social research – will give you a deep understanding of the forces that shape policy and the processes involved in making it. You’ll develop advanced skills in critical analysis to help you design and deliver effective policy solutions that serve the public interest, as well as the confidence to make socially informed judgements in a range of specialist policy areas.
Key features
Continue to work full-time while you study
Study on-campus or online with brief intensive on-campus sessions. Extend your knowledge and skills in this indispensable field
Study a range of units that are relevant whether you’re a law or non-law graduate. Study diverse disciplines
Undertake a wide range of units in areas such as human geography, politics and sociology. Engage with and undertake research addressing global challenges
Examine key contemporary societal concerns, such as sustainable communities, welfare reform, immigration, populism and inequality.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Barrister or solicitor
Business executive
Community advocate
Diplomat
Electorate officer
Entrepreneur
Human services consultant
In-house counsel
Lobbyist
Market or social researcher
Media and communications adviser
Policy adviser
Policy analyst
Politician
Public servant
Social and community services manager
Social or environmental consultant
Social policy researcher
Trade law specialist
Employers
Advocacy organisations
Business councils
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Exporters
Government agencies and departments
Import or export compliance organisations
International organisations
Market research firms
Multinational corporations
NGOs
Research institutes
Think tanks and policy research institutes
Trade and development organisations
Trade unions
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.