International students: study options
We welcome international students from a range of disciplinary backgrounds to develop their knowledge and skills in business and contribute to the success of organisations locally and globally.
These masters degrees provide practical and rigorous learning experience with a diverse cohort of students. Whether you have a business background or not, these programmes can help you launch a career or take your career in a new direction.
If you are considering these programmes, register your interest and we will be in touch.
The Business School also offers a range of postgraduate research programmes which are also open to international students.
Business Masters programmes
Master of Professional Accounting (MProfAcctg)
180 points, 15 months, full-time, quarter-based daytime classes
Gain a nationally and internationally recognised professional accountancy qualification from any undergraduate degree. Learn the fundamentals of business, accounting, finance, commercial law and taxation from NZ’s top business school to enhance your employability and prepare you for a rewarding career in accounting.
Master of Human Resource Management*
180 points, 15 months, full-time, quarter-based daytime classes
Specialist courses in HR policy and practice, HR analytics and strategic HR management are complemented by accounting, analytics, and global operations management courses. Opportunities for developing a strong portfolio of professional skills lead to a specialist HR management-focused industry-linked capstone project.
Master of International Business*
180 points, 15 months, full-time, quarter-based daytime classes
If you have an undergraduate degree in a non-business discipline or a business degree in an unrelated field, this programme has been designed to kick-start your career in international business. The MIntBus will give you the applied knowledge and skills to launch your career through an experientially based programme. You will graduate with an appreciation of how businesses, government and the global economy interact and a strong platform for professional skills.
Master of Marketing*
180 points, 15 months, full-time, quarter-based daytime classes
If you have an undergraduate degree in a non-business discipline or a business degree in an unrelated field, this programme has been designed to kick-start your career in marketing. Develop advanced skills and knowledge in business and marketing as well as a strong platform of professional skills. You will graduate with an appreciation of current international trends in practically focused marketing topics, enhancing your competitiveness.
*Offered from Quarter Two 2025, subject to regulatory approval.
Master of Business Analytics (MBusAn)
180 points, 15 months, full-time or part-time, quarter-based evening classes
Keen to solve business challenges using data and technology to influence organisational strategy? The Master of Business Analytics will equip you with specialist knowledge and skills needed to get work-ready for in-demand roles in business analytics, analytical consultancy and management locally and globally.
Specialisations: Marketing, Supply Chain Management, FinTech.
Also available: Postgraduate Certificate in Business Analytics (PGCertBusAn) (60 points).
Master of Commerce (MCom)
120 or 180 points, full-time or part-time semester-based classes
If you have a first degree in the same discipline, this masters will enable you to pursue a specialised qualification at an advanced level. It will prepare you for specialist positions in the public and private sector or to pursue further advanced study. You can choose from eight specialisations within this programme.
Our new redesigned 180-point MCom+ offers two smaller research output options alongside the 60-point Dissertation. Students can opt for either the Research Project, which provides further training in research and disciplinary knowledge, or the Consultancy Project, emphasising applied knowledge and professional capabilities relevant for entry into the job market.
The 120-point programme offers a thesis pathway for students with relevant preparatory research experience.
Specialisations: Accounting, Commercial Law, Economics, Finance, Global Management and Innovation (includes Organisation Studies, HRM, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and International Business), Information Systems, Marketing, and Operations and Supply Chain Management.
Also available: Bridging programmes for students with a prior postgraduate degree aiming to transition into doctoral study and enhance their disciplinary knowledge and research skills.
+Offered from Semester One 2025, subject to regulatory approval.
Master of Applied Finance (MAppFin)
180 points, full-time
Learn about the forces that shape our capital markets and drive investment returns, and understand the fundamental theories of finance.
During this course, you will gain practical skills to enhance financial decision making and prepare for a career in corporate finance, investment management, banking and financial consulting.
Specialisations: Financial Analytics, FinTech, Sustainable Finance.
Also available: Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Finance (PGCertAppFin) (60 points).