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Specialise in Organisational Technology Management for your Bachelor of Business at Massey
New tools and technology are continuously changing the way in which businesses operate. With the huge amount of data collected, they need to know how to manage it.
The Bachelor of Business (Organisational Technology Management) will make you a sought-after technology and data management expert. You will have the knowledge and skills for problem-solving, persuasion and presentation to help organisations understand new technology and gain the data insights they need.
Our qualification brings together human and organisational aspects of computer-based information systems. This is in contrast to computer science and information technology that stress the underlying technologies. If you enjoy working with people and would like to understand more about the business world, the BBus (OTM) is for you.
Our lecturers are actively researching both nationally and internationally, bringing the most relevant developments in business theory and practice to the classroom. They also have real-world experience in the business world, with in-depth knowledge of big data and how technology is trending into the future.
The Bachelor of Business will give you the leadership, communication and critical thinking skills that will make you a sought-after employee.
Further study
You may wish to consider the Master of Management or Master of Analytics and then a PhD upon completion of this qualification.
A Bachelor of Business in Organisational Technology Management is a good fit if you:
- are passionate about new and innovative technology
- would like to combine business management skills with your interest in technology
- want to have a career in a technology-oriented industry.
Planning information
The Bachelor of Business provides considerable flexibility, enabling you to take control of your own qualification within the regulations.
If you study full-time, in your first year, you’ll take eight 15-credit courses, making a total of 120 credits.
If you wish to study over two semesters, you should aim for 60 credits per semester. You may be able to take some courses at summer school. Make sure you include courses that are prerequisites for the next level of courses you wish to study.
Core business courses
Core courses 115111, 115112, 115113, 115114, 115115 and 115116 must be completed within the first 120 credits, and 115211 and 115212 within the first 240 credits of study towards the degree.
Core courses are compulsory. These are courses which cover topics across the business spectrum. They are designed to give you the leadership, communication and solid business skills that you will need in your career.
Capstone course
‘Capstone’ courses are designed to be taken in your last year of study. This relies on you having completed the correct first and second year courses and ties your learning together.
Minors
Completing a minor is optional. Minors increase the breadth of your degree. They give you extra knowledge, attributes and capabilities.
A minor must be in a different subject from your major.
A Bachelor of Business (Organisational Technology Management) with a minor
You may choose a minor from any university undergraduate degree that has recognised minors. If the minor is from another undergraduate degree, the regulations of that qualification will apply.
An organisational technology management minor (for students who are studying a different degree)
If you are not studying a Bachelor of Business (Organisational Technology Management) and wish to complete a minor in organisational technology management, see the BBus regulations for the requirements of this minor.
Official regulations
To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.
You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Undergraduate Degrees, Undergraduate Diplomas, Undergraduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas and Graduate Certificates.
Returning students
For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.
In some cases the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may be no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the Massey University Calendar.
Please contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.
Courses you can enrol in
Course planning key
- Prerequisites
- Courses that need to be completed before moving onto a course at the next level. For example, a lot of 200-level courses have 100-level prerequisite courses.
- Corequisites
- Courses that must be completed at the same time as another course are known as corequisite courses.
- Restrictions
- Some courses are restricted against each other because their content is similar. This means you can only choose one of the offered courses to study and credit to your qualification.
Compulsory courses
Course code: 157151 Living and Working with Technology 15 credits
An introductory study of the roles and applications of information systems in organisations and society.
View full course detailsCourse code: 157216 Management, Analytics and Decision Making 15 credits
Introduction to techniques and issues involved in using data to support organisational decision making.
View full course detailsCourse code: 157241 Technology Trends for Organisations 15 credits
A comprehensive study of major technology trends and organisational contexts within which information systems are developed and used from user, manager, organisational and societal perspectives.
View full course detailsCourse code: 157340 Organisational Knowledge Management 15 credits
An examination of the role of information systems in creating business value in a knowledge economy.
View full course detailsCourse code: 157350 Technology Governance and Risk Management 15 credits
Designing and managing technology-based solutions for realising organisational strategy.
View full course detailsCourse code: 157394 Managing Technology Projects and Programmes 15 credits
Agile project management and design thinking as methodologies for implementing technology projects and programmes.
View full course detailsCompulsory Capstone course
Course code: 152399 Integrative Management 15 credits
A collaborative capstone course that requires students to demonstrate the ability to apply theory and practice to complex organisational problems.
View full course detailsSubject courses
Course code: 115388 Internship in Business 30 credits
Provides an individual practical experience in business, linking theory to practice. It consists of a period of supervised study and practical experience in an area related to individual disciplinary and professional interests.
View full course detailsCourse code: 115389 Business Internship 15 credits
This course provides an individual practical experience in business in which students deliver a set project in a business, linking theory to practice.
View full course detailsCourse code: 152271 Sport Entertainment Management 15 credits
An examination of contemporary innovations and technologies shaping and impacting upon the management of global sport entertainment industries.
View full course detailsCourse code: 153204 Negotiation Principles 15 credits
Negotiation principles as applied to avoiding and resolving disputes.
View full course detailsCourse code: 157240 Social Media Networks for Business 15 credits
An examination of current issues in the rapidly developing area of social media. A socio-technical approach is adopted to examine how social media networks are being used in business processes.
View full course detailsCourse code: 158235 Networks, Security and Privacy 15 credits
A study of the basic principles of digital communications, Internet technologies, communications software, local area network design, client-server system design, middleware and available wide-area network services from the viewpoint of a software engineer/designer developing networked information systems.
View full course detailsEntry requirements
Admission to Massey
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
Specific requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification, outside of university admission regulations.
However, competence in English is essential. If you are not confident in this subject we recommend that you undertake additional study prior to enrolling.
English language requirements
To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.
English language skills
If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.
Can't meet the entry requirements?
If you need to do a course before you start your qualification, there may be options for you in Summer School.
Fees and scholarships
Fees, student loans and free fees scheme
Your tuition fees may be different depending on the courses you choose. Your exact fees will show once you have chosen your courses.
There will also be some compulsory non-tuition fees and for some courses, there may also be charges for things such as study resources, software, trips and contact workshops.
- Get an estimate of the tuition fees for your qualification
- View a list of non-tuition fees that may be payable
Already know which courses you're going to choose?
You can view fees for the courses that make up your qualification on the course details pages.
Student loans (StudyLink) and Fees Free scheme
You may be eligible for a student loan to help towards paying your fees.
The New Zealand Government offers fees-free tertiary study for eligible domestic students. Find out more about the scheme and your eligibility on the Fees Free website. To use the site's eligibility checking tool, you will need your National Student Number.
Current and returning Massey students can find their National Student Number in the student portal.
- Student loans (StudyLink)
- Fees Free
- Student portal
Scholarship and award opportunities
Find more scholarships and awardsFees disclaimer
This information is for estimation purposes only. Actual fees payable will be finalised on confirmation of enrolment. Unless otherwise stated, all fees shown are quoted in New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax, if any. Before relying on any information on these pages you should also read the University's Disclaimer Notice.
Careers and job opportunities
There is a shortage of people skilled in organisational technology and its development, and salaries are amongst the highest of all graduates. The skills you learn at Massey and the qualification you’ll receive will be in demand both in New Zealand and around the world.
You will work with programmes, systems analysts and vendors to create and operate information systems for businesses, government agencies and non-profit organisations. Roles include:
- information systems specialist
- application consultant
- business analyst
- technology procurement specialist
- business intelligence analyst
- information management specialist
- Agile project manager
- knowledge manager
- IT project manager
- IT consultant
- social media specialist
- technical sales representative
- quality assurance analysts
- data analyst.
International students
New Zealand is a great place to study. Massey University’s reputation is supported by our international rankings, accreditations and associations. We are rated five star plus by the QS World University Rankings.
Massey University has small class sizes, and our lecturers and staff are friendly and approachable.
As an international student, there are entry requirements that will apply to you. We recommend that you apply at least three months before your anticipated start date so your application can be processed in time. There are additional steps you will need to take. These include obtaining a visa and travel bookings if your study is to be in New Zealand.
What our students say
“I see my strength as being a bridge between IT and the business – drawing on my IT knowledge and communication skills.””
Accreditations and rankings
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
Massey Business School is rated in the top 5% of global business colleges by AACSB International.
QS Ranking - Business Management Studies
Massey University is ranked by QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) as one of the top 350 universities for business and management.
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