A personal interview may be part of the application process.

Academic Entry Criteria

There are a number of admission pathways to the Master of Applied Management (240 credits):

• An 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 Dean’s discretion, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.

There are a number of admission pathways to the Master of Applied Management (180credits):

• An 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 Dean’s discretion, 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.

There are a number of admission pathways to the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management (120 credits) and the Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Management:

• An 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
• Dean’s discretion, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.

English Language Entry Requirement

Applicants for whom English is not their first language must have an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to enrolment in the programmes. This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction, completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 5 with the Academic endorsement), approved scores on IELTS tests (Score of 6.5 (academic) with no band score lower than 6), or completion of accepted international equivalent and an undergraduate business degree.

International students must obtain appropriate visas to study in New Zealand, and comply with visa requirements.

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 or Recognition of Prior Learning.

• Cross Credit is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for Cross Credit if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (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.
  RPL and Cross Credit 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. RPL and Cross Credit cannot be awarded for a course if you are enrolled in that course.

Cross Credits may be granted from other degree programmes, providing they are not part of the entry qualification.

For further information and enquiries about RPL and Cross Credit please contact the School of Business Secretary, on 06 830 1138.

ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

An undergraduate business degree with a B pass or better, plus previous relevant work experience.

Where the candidate’s undergraduate degree does not provide the basis of study at the level required for more advanced study, students will be required to enrol in the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management in the first instance. Upon successful completion, they can choose to continue their studies to Masters degree level, either through classroom based study or research.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Approved scores on TOEFL or IELTS (6.5 Academic) with no band score lower than 6.0 or equivalent.