Without Specialisation – Master of Business Administration

If you study full-time, you’ll take 180 credits over a period of 12 months or 60 credits in each of semester one and two and 60 credits in summer school.

This is a parts-based qualification. For progression to Part Two you must have achieved a B- grade average across the courses completed in Part One.

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 Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Postgraduate 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.

Admission to Massey

All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

• Massey University entry requirements

Specific requirements

This is a selected entry qualification. This means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet. 

To enter the Master of Business Administration you will:

• 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 three 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.

Application closing date

There are three intakes each year.

• First intake: Applications for the first intake close on 19 February 2024 for domestic students and on 22 January 2024 for international students
• Second intake: Applications for the second intake close on 17 June 2024 for domestic students and on 20 May 2024 for international students
• Third intake: Applications for the third intake close on 14 October 2024 for domestic students and on 16 September 2024 for international students.

Documents you need to provide

You need to supply with your application the following documentation:

• copies of official transcripts of all previous university and/or professional qualifications
• a full CV showing at least seven years work experience including at least three years of management level experience
• an application statement covering supplied questions (video, audio or in writing)
• a passport-sized photo for identification purposes.

Interview

You will be required to attend a selection interview (applicants who successfully make it through to the interview stage of selection will be contacted directly with information about their individual interview details).

Work experience

The work experience requirement ensures that you are able to contribute significantly to group discussions and debates from a position of experience and knowledge. Consequently, if you do not have such experience you are unlikely to be considered for entry.

English language requirements

To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.

• Massey University English language requirements

Master of Business Administration tuition fees

• The estimated domestic MBA online tuition fee for 2024 is approximately NZ$46,300 with an expected programme completion within two years.
• The estimated domestic offshore MBA online tuition fee for 2024 is approximately NZ$40,200 with an expected programme completion within two years.
• The estimated domestic MBA on-campus tuition fee for 2024 is approximately NZ$45,800 with an expected programme completion within 12 months.
• The estimated onshore full-time international tuition fee for 2024 is approximately NZ$57,800 with an expected programme completion within 12 months.
• The estimated offshore online international tuition fee for 2024 is approximately NZ$51,500 with an expected programme completion within 2 years

The fees include ebooks and study materials

Please note that the total fees for the qualification are indicatively only, as course fees can increase each year.

You can find details of Student Services fee for on-campus and distance (online) courses on the non-tuition fees page. International students also need look at the international student insurance fees tab.

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.

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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

New Zealand is a great place to study. Massey University’s reputation is supported by our international rankings, accreditations and associations. We are rated 5-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.

• Find out more about life as an international student at Massey, applying to Massey and getting help.
• Entry requirements for international students.