Ignite your career with postgraduate study at Waikato Management School, ranked in the top 1% of business schools globally. Options to study in Hamilton, Tauranga, or online. Next intakes start in November 2026, or January and March 2027.

Study in Hamilton

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Launch a career as a professional accountant with this 12-month master's degree, accredited by CA ANZ and designed for graduates from any field. Start in November 2026 or January 2027.

 

 

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Reinvent your career with this 12-month taught master's degree - open to graduates from any field. Specialise in either Business Analytics, Agribusiness, Project Management or Supply Chain Management. Start March or July 2027.

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Invest in your future with a master's that will open doors to rewarding roles in finance, banking, and investment. Develop analytical skills and gain practical experience. Next intake: March 2027.

 

Study in Tauranga

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Excel in marketing with our Master of Management (Marketing). Blend strategy, creativity, and digital expertise to build brands, engage customers, and drive business growth. Start at the Tauranga campus in March or July 2027.

 

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Transform your career with our new full-time Waikato MBA in Tauranga. This world-class, 12-month qualification will unlock your leadership potential and equip you to drive continuous innovation within your organisation. Start in July 2027.

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Launch your career in the global fintech industry with our brand-new Master of Management specialising in Finance and Technology (FinTech) — available exclusively at our Tauranga campus from July 2027 (* subject to final approval).

Study online

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Lead digital transformation with this specialist master's degree. Gain the expertise to advise organisations on emerging technologies from a management perspective, drive innovation, and revolutionise business operations. Study online or in Hamilton.

 

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Lead projects with confidence in any industry. This qualification will equip you with the skills to plan, execute and manage complex projects, from start to finish. Study fully online at home.

Other qualifications in Hamilton

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Rise to the top of your profession with specialist management expertise - or develop the advanced research skills needed for PhD study. Next intakes start in March or July.

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Advance your career while you keep working with the part-time Waikato MBA in Hamilton. Taught on alternate Saturdays, this two-year qualification will unlock your leadership potential. Start in March 2027.

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Develop the capabilities to become a future business leader with the globally respected Waikato MBM degree. The next intakes start in November 2026, or March or July 2027.

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Master powerful analytics tools and transform 'big data' into meaningful business insights that will enable you to make smarter decisions with this highly practical qualification. Taught in Hamilton, with some aspects delivered online.

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Become a recognised expert in your chosen field of business, management or communication with a PhD degree.

Waikato is in the top 1% of business schools globally
1st in NZ for e-business and digital marketing (Eduniversal)
1st in NZ for economics research quality