Master of Business Administration

Auckland Institute of Studies

Subject area

Business and Management

Qualification

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Entry requirements

A candidate for admission to this programme of study shall: i. have an English level equivalent to IELTS 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0) / TOEFL iBT 79 (with a writing score of 21) / PToE academic score, of 58 / AIS Test of English Proficiency (TEP) 56/80 (with no band less than 13); and ii. hold an undergraduate degree (at least equivalent to New Zealand pass standard) or a graduate diploma, bachelor honours degree, postgraduate diploma or postgraduate degree, awarded by a tertiary institution approved by the Academic Board; or possess a qualification awarded by a recognised tertiary or professional organisation as approved by the Academic Board as being of an appropriate standard either for direct entry, or for entry conditional upon satisfactory completion of a prescribed bridging programme of study; and iii. have completed a minimum of two years equivalent full-time relevant work experience as approved by the Academic Board; or hold an undergraduate degree (at least equivalent to New Zealand pass standard) or a graduate diploma, bachelor honours degree or postgraduate diploma in cognate discipline areas awarded by a tertiary institution approved by the Academic Board, reside in New Zealand, and include the module 4.798 in their programme of studies; or iv. gain approval under Admission Regulation 1.3: Special Admission.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The Master of Business Administration provides graduates with applied skills in the core business disciplines at a managerial level, and in-depth knowledge and applied skills in a chosen area of specialisation. The programme combines theoretical, applied and research components in an environment that imitates real-world business settings, to enhance managerial competencies and enable overall personal growth.