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Master of Applied Management (240 credits ) Ara Institute of Canterbury - City Campus Ara Institute of Canterbury - City Campus, New Zealand

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NZD 27635

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Master of Applied Management (180 credit) is designed for individuals with a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.

It focuses on applying knowledge to real-world challenges, enhancing your skills in key management areas, and preparing you for leadership roles in diverse business environments.

You can deepen your expertise through coursework, a combination of coursework and a project, or a substantial research component.

The programme’s flexible structure, diverse pathways and emphasis on sustainability and varied organisational contexts will prepare you to lead confidently, innovate effectively and make a meaningful impact in today’s global business world.

The Master of Applied Management offers two options:

  • 180-credit programme for those with a business or business-related bachelor’s degree
  • 240-credit programme for those with a bachelor’s degree in a non-business discipline

Both options include studies at Levels 8 and 9, with at least 45 credits at Level 9. The 180-credit option can be completed in 18 months full-time or up to six years part-time. The 240-credit option requires two years full-time or up to six years part-time.

The programme is built on professional competencies and specialised focus areas. You will develop expertise across eight critical areas: money, markets, people and culture, planning, technology, innovation, globalisation and sustainability.

The programme places emphasis on two key areas:

  • Sustainable Business: Preparing you to lead organisations with environmental and social responsibility
  • Small-to-Medium Enterprises (SMEs): Equipping you to address the unique challenges and opportunities in SME management
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 5 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Feb 2027, Oct 2026

Closed

Jul 2026

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor Honours or Postgraduate degree in the Business or Management field with 120 credits at Level 8 Or

    • An NZQF-listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in the Business or Management field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the Ara-specified 11-point achievement-based grading system) OR

    • A degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the ARA 11 point grading system)
      • and evidence of management experience at degree level, and assessment from the programme coordinator

    6.5 IELTS Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    27635

    Tuition Fee
    (NZD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (NZD)

    20000 Per year

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