CMCE30003 Machine Learning & AI for Business
University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
- Final exam 40%: mostly coursework
- About 3 class hours a week
Is CMCE30003 hard?
CMCE30003: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it harder: You must pass the exam on its own. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
Using machine learning in Python to predict things like customer behaviour and help businesses decide.
After it you can
- Build models like decision trees, neural networks and clusters
- Prepare business data in Python for modelling
- Think through the ethics of AI in business
What you need first
BUSA20001
What it leads to
Careers
Helps toward: Business analyst, Business process designer, Change management specialist, Construction manager, Logistics/project manager, Management consultant, Manager of business process improvement, Project manager, Human resources manager
How it’s assessed
Assignments 30%, Tests 20%, Participation 10%, Final exam 40%
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Quick answers
- When is CMCE30003 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
- What do I need before taking CMCE30003?
- Needs BUSA20001.
- Does CMCE30003 have a final exam?
- Yes, the final exam is 40% of the mark. You must pass the exam on its own. Assessment: Assignments 30%, Tests 20%, Participation 10%, Final exam 40%.
- How many class hours a week does CMCE30003 have?
- 3 h a week in class
- Can I take CMCE30003 as breadth?
- Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music.
- What can I take after CMCE30003?
- 1 subjects need it first, for example CMCE30005.
- Can I rate CMCE30003?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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