- Duration
- Full-time: Varies
- Next start date
- 2025 Quarter Two – 31 March
- 2025 Quarter Four – 15 September
- Available locations
- City
- Points
- 180 or 240
- Programme type
- Postgraduate
- Taught options available
Programme overview
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.
Programme structure
The Master of International Business is a 15-month, 180-point programme studied over five quarters.
You will study core business courses in managing people, economics, financial reporting, business analytics, business insights and strategic management, specialist international business courses and an industry-focused capstone project.
You will also complete a professional development module, an important component of your degree. This will equip you with professional skills that you will need to enhance your employability and success in the business world.
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
2025 entry requirements
My highest qualification is from:
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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Study optionTaught 180 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 5.0
An undergraduate degree
Further programme requirements
Taught 180 points
You must have completed a BCom or a non-business degree in a relevant discipline such as arts, engineering, technology, or science. You will need a GPA of 5.0 in 90 points in the most advanced courses taken in your qualification.
If you have completed advanced course(s) in an undergraduate degree that are considered substantially similar to courses in this programme you will be required to complete substitute course(s). Advice will be provided to you on a case-by-case basis.
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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Study optionTaught 240 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
An undergraduate degree.
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QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.5
No bands less than 6.0.
Further programme requirements
Taught 240 points
You must have completed an undergraduate degree in business or a non-business degree in a relevant discipline such as arts, engineering, technology, or science. Your study must be from a recognised university (or similar institution) and you will need a GPE of 5.0 in the most advanced courses taken.
If you have completed advanced course(s) in an undergraduate degree that are considered substantially similar to courses in this programme you will be required to complete substitute course(s). Advice will be provided to you on a case-by-case basis.
Other pathways to study
Our Business Masters programmes are taught entirely in English. You must be able to understand, speak and write fluently in English. If your English does not meet the required standard, our English Language Academy offers the following courses customised for the Business Masters:
- English Pathway for Postgraduate Studies (EPPS): suitable if you need to increase your IELTS Academic score by 0.5
- Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes (FCertEAP): suitable if you need to increase your IELTS Academic score by 1.0
How much does a Master of International Business cost per year?
2025 fees
The estimated programme fees for the full 240-point programme are:
- Domestic students: NZ$38,547
- International students: NZ$84,520
The estimated annual fees are:
- Domestic students
- NZ$25,759.50*
- International students
- NZ$57,355 – $60,364.80*
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.88 per point, estimated at $1,332.00 for full-time study (150 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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Scholarships and awards
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Student loans and allowances
Are you a New Zealand citizen or resident? You could be eligible for a student loan or allowance.
Cost of living
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Key dates
You can apply for entry into your chosen programme up to 12 months before the programme start date and may receive a firm or conditional offer.
Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Application closing dates
- Quarter Two 2025
- 1 February 2025
- Quarter Four 2025
- 1 July 2025
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Quarter Two | Starts – 8 April |
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| Ends – 22 June | |
| Quarter Four | Starts – 23 September |
| Ends – 7 December |
| Quarter Two | Starts – 31 March |
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| Ends – 14 June | |
| Quarter Four | Starts – 15 September |
| Ends – 29 November |
Other important dates
See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.
Developing your skills and capabilities
The Business School is committed to giving you opportunities to develop as a scholar, leader, innovator, and global citizen. As you study towards your MIntBus, you can expect to develop capabilities to enhance your career and help you positively impact society. You will acquire these capabilities from your courses and through participation in various co-curricular activities. While enhancing your critical thinking and analytical skills, your studies will equip you with strong communication, teamwork, leadership skills, and cross-cultural understanding. A MIntBus graduate is expected to have skills and capabilities in the following areas:
People and place: Graduates connect to the knowledge of the place, embodying the importance of belonging and diversity and advocating for just and equitable societies.
Sustainability: Graduates recognise their interdependencies with the natural world. Graduates recognise their responsibilities to contribute to protecting, conserving and regenerating local, regional and global ecosystems, communities and economies.
Disciplinary knowledge: Demonstrate specialist knowledge in the field of international business and be able to apply relevant theoretical frameworks to practice.
Critical thinking: Synthesise and critically evaluate ideas and information from multiple sources to develop coherent and evidence-based arguments.
Solution-seeking: Creatively and systematically addresses complex business and management issues and develops practical and innovative solutions.
Communication and collaboration: Graduates listen and express ideas respectfully. They can share knowledge with diverse audiences using various technologies and formats. Graduates establish reciprocal, productive and collaborative relationships, allowing them to influence and work in the service of others.
Ethics and Professionalism: Graduates demonstrate manaakitanga, or kindness, respect, hospitality towards others, and care for their own well-being. Graduates act ethically and responsibly, exhibiting independent thought, resilience and lifelong learning.
Where could this programme take you?
Master of International Business graduates will be well-equipped to enter internationally oriented organisations such as exporters, global consumer or industrial goods manufacturers, and trade development and promotion agencies.
Jobs related to this programme
- Business development manager
- Export analyst
- International business analyst
- International marketing representative
- International relations consultant
- International trade policy adviser
Student career planning service
Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.
Our Business School ASB Careers Centre will help get your career in business off to a strong start. You can access programmes, workshops and one-on-one support. You will be given opportunities to network with employers to increase your knowledge of the local business environment. Visit the Business School ASB Careers Centre.
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- Outside Auckland
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- International
- +64 9 373 7513