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Applied Management – Master Degree, Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate
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Programme Info
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Phone: 0800 22 55 348 or email: info@eit.ac.nz
Phone: 0800 22 55 348 or email: info@eit.ac.nz
Ben Deller, EIT Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Management student.
Real life, real learning, real business
You’ll gain specialised business knowledge and skills and the ability to apply business knowledge by building on existing qualifications and experience, resulting in a comprehensive understanding, professional competence and leadership skills in modern business and management.
Real life, real learning, real business
You’ll gain specialised business knowledge and skills and the ability to apply business knowledge by building on existing qualifications and experience, resulting in a comprehensive understanding, professional competence and leadership skills in modern business and management.
Programme Outline
These qualifications are designed to broaden your expertise of applied management to ensure your knowledge and skills are current. The applied management qualification combines a masters, postgraduate diploma and a postgraduate certificate into a flexible, multi-layered programme designed to extend, deepen and consolidate your future at the forefront of business and management.
It’s our business to help you study, so flexible options mean you’ll be able to study full or part-time toward this qualification, as you work around other commitments such as your current employment and family.
Career Opportunities
The MApM, PGDipApM and PGCertApM qualifications enable you to develop and/or manage a business, or pursue domestic and/or international professional careers within different types of industries and agencies. These can include the following areas:
- Domestic and international markets
- Financial management
- Managing people and businesses
- Understanding different cultures and how to do business in a multi-cultural environment
- Strategic planning and strategic management
- Corporate planning
- Managing and controlling different types of technology
- Innovation and entrepreneurialism
- Consultancy
- Product and services marketing
- Operations and business in the global world
- Sustainable business
- Research in industry and business
- Business analytics
Entry Requirements
A personal interview may be part of the application process.
Academic Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
MApM (240 credits)
- A NZQF-listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of a pass (as per the EIT 11 point grading system specified in the ARF); or
- At the discretion of EIT, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.
MApM (180 credits)
- A NZQF-listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in the Business or Management field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system specified in the ARF); or
- A Bachelor Honours or Postgraduate degree in the Business or Management field with 120 credits at Level 8; or
- A degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system specified in the ARF) and evidence of management experience at degree level, subject to assessment by the Programme Coordinator; or
- At the discretion of EIT, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.
NOTE: A Master of Applied Management applicant who does not meet the entry criteria above may be admitted to the Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Management and, upon successful completion of four courses (with a minimum B average) from the Schedule to the Regulations, be admitted to the Master of Applied Management.
PGDipApM (120 credits) and PGCertApM (60 credits)
- A NZQF-listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Business or Management; or
- An undergraduate degree in a related field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system specified in the ARF), subject to assessment by the Programme Coordinator; or
- At the discretion of EIT, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.
English Language Entry Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in their programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:
- Successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply).
- Completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 5 with any endorsement).
- IELTS Academic score of 6.5, with no band score lower than 6, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment.
- Completion of accepted international English language proficiency tests (refer to NZQA English language entry requirements for international students) with scores equivalent to the IELTS scores above.
Entry with Credit
You may already have knowledge or skills that can be recognised as part of your intended study. This may take a number of different forms including study at a private training establishment, workplace training, other tertiary study, or life experiences. If you think you may qualify, you may want to apply for Cross Credit (CC) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
- CC is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for CC if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
- RPL is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations.
- CC and RPL can only be awarded for Level 8 study, not Level 9.
You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.
You must apply prior to enrolment in the course. CC and RPL cannot be awarded for a course if you are enrolled in that course.
CC may be granted from other degree programmes, providing they are not part of the entry qualification.
For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact the Postgraduate Programmes Administrator in your region.
Auckland – email adminak@eit.ac.nz
Hawke’s Bay – Lavinia Wyatt on 06 830 1279 or email lwyatt@eit.ac.nz
How to Enrol
Step 1 – Check entry requirements
Make sure you have read and understood the entry requirements for your situation and background.
Entry requirements can be different for domestic and international students.
Step 2 – Confirm campus and check key dates
The next intake date(s) for your chosen course and campus are listed in the Course Details panel on this page.
Dates can vary between campuses, so make sure you have selected the campus you wish to study at.
Step 3 – Confirm fees and costs
Visit https://www.eit.ac.nz/fees/ to see the fees for this programme.
Step 4 – Complete any supporting forms
If your course requires any supporting forms, they will be listed below under ‘Supporting Documentation’
Step 5 – Submit your application
You’ll need an up-to-date email address to start your online application.
You’ll also need to know what you want to study – your degree or programme and majors and/or minors, and the courses you plan to take.
You may be asked to submit supporting documentation with your application.
Programme Outline
These qualifications are designed to broaden your expertise of applied management to ensure your knowledge and skills are current. The applied management qualification combines a masters, postgraduate diploma and a postgraduate certificate into a flexible, multi-layered programme designed to extend, deepen and consolidate your future at the forefront of business and management.
Master of Applied Management
The Master of Applied Management (MApM) is a Level 9 programme of 240 or 180 credits at Levels 8 and 9 with at least 45 credits at Level 9, completed by coursework and industry integrated or applied research.
The philosophy underpinning the postgraduate applied management programmes incorporates:
- Eight areas of professional competence, and
- Two areas of focus.
The eight areas of professional competence are:
- Money
- Markets
- People and culture
- Planning
- Technology
- Innovation
- Globalisation
- Sustainability
The programme has been developed to ensure you study a broad range of business areas and the professional competencies represent the technical skill areas that the courses will cover.
Alongside the eight areas of competence lie the two focus areas of the programmes. These are:
- Sustainable business, and
- Small-to-medium-sized enterprises.
Three pathways are offered:
- Course Work
A broad range of courses are offered from which students can select courses to further develop their professional knowledge and skills. - Industry Integrated (Professional Practice)
This programme is tailored to meet both students’ and their organisation’s development requirements. - Research
This programme allows students to undertake a significant applied research project to further develop research skills and applied knowledge.
The three pathways emphasise the application of knowledge to provide you with the opportunity to apply knowledge in the workplace and to focus on an aspect of management through completion of a range of applied research projects.
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management
The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management (PGDipApM) is a Level 8 programme of 120 credits at Levels 7 and 8, with at least 75 credits at Level 8.
Those who wish to progress from the PGDipApM to the MApM will complete eight courses (120 credits) at Level 8.
Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Management
The Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Management (PGCertApM) is a Level 8 programme of 60 credits.
The programme can be completed in six months full-time or up to two years part-time, depending on your previous study and experience, and specific course preferences. It can act as an entry point into the masters degree for those who do not initially meet the entry requirement, and need to demonstrate their ability to study at postgraduate level.
Career Opportunities
The MApM, PGDipApM and PGCertApM qualifications enable you to develop and/or manage a business, or pursue domestic and/or international professional careers within different types of industries and agencies. These can include the following areas:
- Domestic and international markets
- Financial management
- Managing people and businesses
- Understanding different cultures and how to do business in a multi-cultural environment
- Strategic planning and strategic management
- Corporate planning
- Managing and controlling different types of technology
- Innovation and entrepreneurialism
- Consultancy
- Product and services marketing
- Operations and business in the global world
- Sustainable business
- Research in industry and business
- Business analytics
Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Requirements
Master of Applied Management (180 Credits)
- An undergraduate degree with a minimum of a B- average in the final year of study.
- Alternatively, candidates can apply for the two year Masters (240 credit) if they meet the entry criteria for this programme.
Master of Applied Management (240 Credits)
- An undergraduate degree or graduate diploma.
- Other graduate qualifications and industry experience may be considered. Please contact the International Centre for further information: international@eit.ac.nz
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management
- An undergraduate degree in business or management.
Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Management
- An undergraduate degree in business or management.
English Language Entry Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:
- PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50
- IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0 (or equivalent) achieved within the last two years.
- International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA or successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply).
Further information about NZQA English language entry requirements for international students can be found at www2.nzqa.govt.nz/tertiary/english-language-entry-requirements-for-international-students/
How to Apply
Ready to apply? It’s easy!
Complete and sign our international student application form at eit.ac.nz/apply-online-international/
- Indicate which programme you intend to study.
- Attach a verified copy of your birth certificate or passport to use as identification.
- Remember to include all other supporting documents.
- We will assess your application and let you know the outcome as soon as possible, usually within three to five working days.
On-campus study in New Zealand
Step 1 – Pay your fees
- After submitting your application, you will receive an Offer of Place letter by email with details of your tuition and other fees payable.
Please note: If you have applied using the services of an agent, a copy of this information will also be sent to your agent. - Pay your fees and apply for your student visa.
- We will send you a receipt, which you will need when you apply for your student visa.
We recommend you apply at least 12 weeks before your intended start date. You can apply online at www.immigration.govt.nz
If you have any questions about the process, contact your agent or email visas@eit.ac.nz
Step 2 – Prepare to come to New Zealand
Book your flights
When your student visa is approved, book your flights and ensure you meet all government-mandated entry requirements to come to New Zealand. Check the Immigration New Zealand website for the most up-to-date information.
Organise your accommodation
If you haven’t already organised your accommodation, you should now decide which of the accommodation options is most suitable for you. You can find our more about our EIT accommodation options here.
Step 3 – Connect with us
- Be sure to complete and submit the arrival form sent to you by the International Student Support Officer.
- Your International Student Support Officer will contact you prior to the start of your programme to let you know what you need to do and keep you up to date on what to expect when you arrive.
Online study
Step 1 – Enrol
- After submitting your application, you will receive your acceptance into the programme by email alongside instructions on how to enrol.
- Complete and sign the enrolment form provided to you by our Admissions Team and send it back to internationalapplications@eit.ac.nz
Please note: If you have applied using the services of an agent, a copy of this information will also be sent to your agent.
Step 2 – Choose your courses and pay your Fees
- Your course selection form will be sent to you by our team.
- After completing your course selection form, you will be sent an invoice. You can then pay your fees by bank transfer to EIT’s account. Full account details and payment information will be provided on your invoice.
Step 3 – Connect with us
Your International Student Support Officer will contact you after you enrol to keep you up-to-date with anything you need to know, including details about your Orientation, where you will meet your classmates and all about studying at EIT.
Whether you join us on-campus or online, we welcome you to the EIT student community!
If you need any help you can contact our friendly staff at international@eit.ac.nz