NZ Recommend Majors
MBA
Master of Business Administration
MBA
Master of Business Administration
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in New Zealand is a postgraduate programme designed for students holding a Bachelor’s degree in Business or with relevant work experience.
During the 1-year Postgraduate Diploma or 1.5-year MBA pathway, students develop core business skills in marketing, management, and accounting, tailored to New Zealand’s practical business environment and industry-focused learning outcomes.
Graduates of the Postgraduate Diploma programme can apply for a 1-year Post-Study Work Visa, and during both their study period and Post-Study Work Visa period, their children may be exempt from tuition fees. MBA graduates are eligible to apply for a 3-year Post-Study Work Visa, with the same dependent tuition fee exemptions applying.
Study pathways
University of Canterbury
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration Level 8 – 1 year
- IELTS overall 6.5 or English pathway programme
- 3-year Post-Study Work Visa
- Manager-level positions
Master of Business Administration(MBA) Level 9 – 1.5 years
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IELTS overall 6.5 or English pathway programme
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3-year Post-Study Work Visa
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Manager-level positions
AIS (Auckland Institute of Studies)
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration Level 8 – 1 year
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IELTS overall 6.5 or English pathway programme (*pathway scholarship available)
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1-year Post-Study Work Visa
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Manager-level positions
Master of Business Administration Level 9 – 1.5 years
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IELTS overall 6.5 or English pathway programme (*pathway scholarship available)
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3-year Post-Study Work Visa
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Manager-level positions
Career opportunities
Across New Zealand, including cities outside Auckland, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and retail companies actively seek qualified business managers. Graduates can combine their academic business knowledge with prior experience to secure roles across multiple industries.
After completing the programme, graduates can apply for a Post-Study Work Visa (Job Search Visa) and gain managerial work experience during this period, building a clear pathway toward a long-term career in New Zealand’s business sector.
