Global Business and Regulation and Compliance - B6044

Global Business and Regulation and Compliance

Master's degree/Master's degree

Few areas of modern business present the opportunity for positive change quite like regulation and compliance. It’s a complex environment characterised by innovative disruption – where the future is always firmly in focus and sustainable, socially responsible ways of doing business are essential.

An in-depth understanding of the issues and challenges that face business and society alike can help you navigate this always-evolving landscape. This double degree provides you with that context, while building on critical skills that are so vital for effective corporate governance, long-term social value and sustainable business growth.

MAKE YOUR NEXT MOVE

Throughout the two-year program, you’ll learn how to establish, implement and manage game-changing regulatory compliance programs across a broad range of industries. You’ll discover how to recognise risks – and draw from international best practice and the latest regulatory technologies to find practical solutions to real-world issues. This lays the foundation for you to focus your impact on areas including financial services, sustainability and the environment, global enterprise and more.

Your expertise will be enriched with essential insights to lead in ways that reflect global market demands. You’ll develop a deeper understanding of the geopolitical, social and economic issues impacting markets around the world – giving you critical context for areas of study like international trade policy, human rights, global business ethics and corporate sustainability.

ELEVATE YOUR EXPERTISE

These complementary degrees offer a number of pathways for emerging business leaders looking to influence positive change on an international scale – in sectors from banking and finance, government, consulting and beyond. By the time you complete the program, you won’t just be an expert in regulation and compliance who is ready to make the most of the increasing opportunities this business practice provides. You will also be an ideal candidate for roles that require a global perspective.

Ready to gain a critical edge in your career, lead the business world forward and make a real difference?

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At a glance

Course Details

Location
  • On-campus at Caulfield: Full time & part time
Note:

For Domestic: Multi-modal at Caulfield: Full time & part time

For International: Multi-modal at Caulfield: Full time

Duration
  • 2 years (full time)
  • 4 years (part time)
Start date
First semester (February) and Second semester (July)
Qualification
Master of Global Business, Master of Regulation and Compliance
Course Handbook

These complementary double degrees offer a number of pathways for emerging business leaders looking to influence positive change on an international scale – in sectors from banking and finance, government, consulting and beyond.

Whether you’re a high-achieving graduate or a working professional looking to advance your career, you’ll be learning from one of the leading business law departments in Australia and developing practical, industry-based skills at every step. You’ll complement this with a greater awareness of the global business environment – and how this context impacts business strategy, government, diplomacy, trade, sustainability, social responsibility, intercultural communication and more.

Please select a specialisation for more details:

Entry Requirements

You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.

Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)

Qualifications

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with a major or minor** in a cognate discipline* with at least a high credit (65%) average or equivalent Grade Point Average (GPA).

or

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and at least two years of relevant professional experience***.

*Cognate disciplines include: arts, business, commerce, economics, engineering, law, management, humanities, science or social science disciplines

**A minor is at least four units (equivalent to 24 Monash credit points).

***Applicants applying on the basis of work experience are required to provide a detailed curriculum vitae, outlining their employment history and professional experience.

English requirements

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.

Making the application

Future students

Semester one (February)

Apply directly to Monash using course code B6044.

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Semester two (July)

Apply directly to Monash using course code B6044.

Apply

Current Monash students

You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.

Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer.

Self assess for credit eligibility

Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.

Fees

Fees are subject to change annually.

Full fee

Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:

A$38,000

Fee assistance

As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.

Scholarships

We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.

Other costs and fees

For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.