QUALIFICATION
Master's Degree (Level 9)
Duration
180-credit: 18 months full-time / 240-credit: 2 years full-time
Location
Hamilton City Campus
Fees
NZD $24,600
Entry Score
IELTS: Academic 6.5 overall (no individual band lower than 6.0)
Next Intake
February, April, July, September
Programme Overview
This Master's degree is designed to transform professionals into strategic leaders. It focuses on eight core professional competencies Money, Markets, People & Culture, Planning, Technology, Innovation, Globalisation, and Sustainability with a specific lens on sustainable business and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs).
Students can choose between three distinct pathways:
- Coursework: A selection of broad modules to deepen professional knowledge.
- Industry Integrated (Professional Practice): Tailored development within your current organization.
- Research: Focused on a significant applied research project in a specific management area.
What You'll Study
The curriculum is built on Level 8 and Level 9 modules. The 180-credit version requires at least 45 credits at Level 9.
Level 8 Modules (Selection):
- MAPM8.200: Leadership
- MAPM8.160: Strategic Financial Management
- MAPM8.350: Innovative Organisations
- MAPM8.250: Advanced Strategic Marketing
- MAPM8.800: Sustainable Organisations
- PGDA8.100: Data Analytics and Visualisation
Level 9 Modules (Research & Integration):
- Applied Research Methods & Proposal
- Industry Integrated Project / Thesis (depending on the chosen pathway)
Why Choose This Programme?
- SME Focus: Ideally suited for those looking to lead or manage in New Zealand’s large SME sector.
- High Flexibility: Four intake dates per year and blended learning options for working professionals.
- Competency-Based: Moves beyond pure theory to focus on the technical and soft skills managers need today.
- Partner Rights: International students may be eligible for partner work rights.
Career Pathways
| Sector | Roles |
|---|---|
| Corporate Leadership | Director, Executive, Project Manager |
| Consultancy | Management Consultant, Business Analyst, Statistician |
| Entrepreneurship | Founder, Innovation Manager, SME Owner |
| Public/Education | Training Manager, Researcher, Policy Lead |
Entry Requirements
- Academic (180-credit): A Bachelor’s degree in Business or Management with a B average, or a PG Diploma/Honours degree with 120 credits at Level 8.
- Academic (240-credit): An undergraduate degree from a NZ institution or approved equivalent in any field.
- Professional: Applicants with a degree in an unrelated field may be admitted based on evidence of management experience (subject to assessment).
- Selection: At the Dean's discretion, compelling applications not meeting standard criteria may be considered.
- English: IELTS Academic 6.5 (all bands 6.0+) or equivalent.
