The Master of Business at the University of Waikato is a postgraduate Masters Degree designed for students who want to accelerate their professional career by developing deep expertise in a specialist management area. This research-focused programme is ideal if you are looking to prepare for leadership roles that require advanced critical thinking, information analysis, and a sophisticated understanding of contemporary business challenges. By aligning your studies with your undergraduate major, you will explore the frontiers of knowledge in your chosen field. You will gain the academic rigour necessary to excel in complex corporate environments or to pursue further PhD doctoral study.
Studied full-time on campus over 18 months, this degree offers a flexible structure that combines taught subject papers with a significant research component. You will work alongside experienced lecturers who maintain active consulting links with leading companies, NGOs, and government agencies. Throughout your studies, you will engage in high-level research, culminating in a dissertation or a full research thesis that addresses real-world business problems. Upon graduation, you will be well-positioned for diverse career pathways, including roles as a business analyst, strategy and investment leader, or policy advisor, equipped with the analytical expertise to drive organisational success.