Transform yourself into a dynamic leader with the Waikato MBA; a world-class management qualification that is highly practical and will equip you to face the future with confidence.
The Waikato Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a life-changing qualification designed to develop individuals with the best-practice skills and agile mindset needed to become an outstanding leader or CEO.
The Waikato MBA develops graduates with the expertise to drive continuous innovation within their organisation, be able to identify emerging strategic opportunities or threats, lead high-performing teams of people, and confidently manage any challenges that come their way.
This 180-point programme is comprised of a suite of papers structured around three interdisciplinary areas – Frameworks, Leadership and Value Creation. Each area imparts the knowledge and skills that today’s leaders require as they face unprecedented disruption and digital transformation in the 21st century.
The Waikato MBA is ideal for:
- Middle managers looking to step into more senior roles
- Functional, technical or professional specialists moving into positions that require broader management knowledge
- Business owners or entrepreneurs looking to add best-practice knowledge to their practical expertise.
Smaller class sizes means a higher level of interaction with your lecturers and classmates through practical and group assignemnts.
You will also be exposed to inspiring thought leadership presentations that will challenge your current thinking about management, and enhance your ability to drive positive changes within your own organisation.
The professional and cultural diversity of MBA participants also provides exceptional insights into different management practices and leadership behaviours, and helps to build lifelong professional networks.
Waikato has an international reputation
You’ll be studying at Waikato Management School, which has held Triple Crown Accreditation from EQUIS, AMBA and AACSB since 2005. This is an international benchmark of excellence in teaching and research, achieved by less than 1% of the world’s business schools.
Key information
| Entry Requirements: | A bachelor’s degree, or equivalent; andAt least three years’ management experience, or at least 10 years’ work experience |
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| Months: | 18 months (international students) or 24-36 months (domestic students) |
| Points: | 180 points |
| MBA Study Locations: | Hamilton, Tauranga Papers offered differ by location. The Catalogue of Papers has full location info. |
| Start Dates: | March |
| Fees (Domestic): | $38,000 (March 2020 intake) (inclusive of textbook and international study tour costs) See if you’re eligible for fees-free study in your first year |
| Area of Study: | Waikato Management School |
| *Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees. |
Entry requirements
You can apply for the Waikato MBA if you have:
- A bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent professional qualification, AND
- At least three years’ relevant management experience OR at least 10 years’ work experience
If you are unsure if you have the necessary management experience, please send us a copy of your CV so we can assess your eligibility.
You will also need to provide the following documentation:
- A detailed CV that outlines your education and employment history that highlights leadership and management skills or experience.
- Two written letters of reference; one from your employer and the other can be from an individual of your choice.
References should be from individuals who can comment on your managerial strengths, leadership potential and personal character.
You may be invited to attend an interview with the Waikato MBA Director (in person or via Zoom) before being admitted to this programme.
English language requirements for international students:
- an IELTS overall score of at least 6.5, including at least 6.0 in the Writing band, or
- an iBT (Internet-based TOEFL) score of at least 90, with a Writing score of at least 22, or
- a B grade or better at Level 8 in the Certificate of Attainment in Academic English, or
- an overall score of C (with at least a C in the Writing band) in the Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes, or
- a PTE Academic overall score of at least 65, with no less than 58 for each communicative skill.
Contacts
Waikato Management School Executive Education
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +64 7 838 4833
Visit www.execed.ac.nz/mba