Overview

The Master of Management from Massey University is a professional, relevant and contemporary qualification.

Management involves both being able to work independently and making management decisions. But, you also need to be able to work with and direct teams of people.

Key facts

The Master of Management will help you develop the skills you need for effective management of people within your organisation and externally.

The unique core of courses have a focus on the key business skills of communication and understanding current issues in business. We also have a broad range of specialisations to suit your interest and you will upskill in the core fundamentals of whichever area you choose.

You will learn from our business experts - Massey University has the largest and one of the most respected management schools in New Zealand.

The Master of Management is a rigorous programme, where you will be expected to achieve at a high level. The quality of our graduates reflects this, and contributes to the reputation of the qualification.

Career

The Master of Management can facilitate your progress into a management role. Or, it can help you progress to a higher level of management.

Sought-after by employers

International trends are for employers to reward postgraduate study well, especially in larger enterprises. The skills you learn are increasingly recognised as setting you apart from other potential employees.

Earn more

A 2017 Ministry of Education publication, The post-study earnings and destinations of young domestic graduates, found that in New Zealand:

young master’s graduates earn more than one and a half times more than the national median (five years after study)
earnings and employment rates increase with the level of qualification completed
five years after completion, the median earnings of young master’s graduates are 15% higher than for those with a bachelor’s degree.

Good careers are associated with better health, better wellbeing and more satisfying lives.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Interpersonal Communication at Work

Current Issues in Business

Examining Business Dilemmas

Journalism

Management
Marketing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-19 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-05 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Palmerston North, New Zealand

Disciplines

Management Studies View 53 other Masters in Management Studies 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 or equivalent qualification, having achieved a grade average of at least B- in the highest level courses, or
have been awarded or qualified for a Postgraduate Diploma in Business and Administration with a B- grade average, or equivalent.
You will need to provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.

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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

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Non-residents

59760 NZD / year

≈ 59760 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

16010 NZD / year

≈ 16010 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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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Management.

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Career

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Palmerston North

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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