Overview

Master of Business Administration - Global Business at Massey University you will gain management competence in the fields of importing/exporting/global market development, supply chain and trade relationships. Teaching delivery is led by an experienced global company CEO.

International trade is the lifeblood of the New Zealand economy, and we recruit many migrants into the country. Being competent in operating globally is a valuable skill, for which there are significant management opportunities within New Zealand and overseas.

Key facts

As part of the programme, you will also work on a real-life management project for a firm either in New Zealand or overseas, where international marketing opportunities are created. Good project performance will add to your marketability as an MBA graduates when you showcase the New Zealand-based work experience you get as part of the MBA in your job interviews.

This master programme accreditation encourages our programme to ensure students have:

A positive impact on themselves, organisations, and society for the benefit of all stakeholders
Understand and respond through sound business practices to the challenges facing the planet
Lead themselves and others in the achievement of organisational goals within the context of sustainable development, contributing effectively to a diverse and inclusive team environment
Think critically and make decisions with integrity based on complex information, understanding the overall impact of managerial decision-making
Understand organisations and their stakeholders, and have an awareness of public policy and the regulatory environment
Integrate functional knowledge and apply strategic management skills at a senior level in changing business environments
Operate effectively and respectfully in cross-cultural settings
Enhance their careers and commitment to lifelong learning

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Global Business

Action Learning Project

Designing Globally Competitive Products and Services

Theory

Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-11-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-13 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-20 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-17 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-19 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-06-16 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Palmerston North, New Zealand

Disciplines

Business Administration International Development View 18 other Masters in International Development in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

have been awarded or qualified for a relevant bachelor’s degree, having achieved at least a B- grade average in the highest level courses, or equivalent
have completed at least 3 years of relevant postgraduate practical work experience

have been selected into the qualification on the basis of selection process which may include a written application, references and practical exercises.
copies of official transcripts of all previous university and/or professional qualifications

a full CV showing at least 3 years work experience
an application statement covering the supplied questions (video or in writing)
a passport-sized photo for identification purposes.

Work experience

The work experience requirement ensures that you are able to contribute effectively and participate from a position of experience and knowledge. This means that when you have fewer than the required 3 years of work experience, we are unlikely to consider you for this MBA.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

65150 NZD / year

≈ 65150 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

49346 NZD / year

≈ 49346 NZD / year

Living costs

Palmerston North

New Zealand

1100 - 2100 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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