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Master of Applied Business

Ready to take the business world by storm? Advance your knowledge and skills, and progress your career. Choose from a range of highly relevant and in-demand specialisations, including Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, Advanced HR, Leadership or Supply Chain & Logistics. 

Level
9
Credits
180 (1.5 EFTS)
Campus
Mt Albert
Start dates
February, July, and October
Duration
Full-time for 3 semesters (between 13 to 18 months). Part-time options available.

Programme overview

In today’s, dynamic business environment, organisations are faced with unprecedented challenges and new opportunities. To stay competitive, they need a contemporary workforce that can navigate change and disruption with agility and resilience.

Unitec's Master of Applied Business equips graduates with advanced knowledge and contemporary skills in their chosen area of specialisation. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to take on leadership and management positions in local and international markets.

 

Programme Highlights:

  • Complete a research project. Undertake a research project in your specialisation, enhancing your expertise. 
  • Applied learning. Apply theory and skills to real-world situations through case studies and projects.
  • Blended course delivery. Learn in a variety of ways, from facilitated workshops, interactive lectures, presentations, discussions, and self-directed learning. 
  • Internship (elective course). Undertake a workplace project relevant to your specialisation. 
  • Post-study work visa. International graduates are for a post-study work visa upon completion of this programme.

Programme structure

The Master of Applied Business (MAB) is an 18-month, 180-credit programme studied over 3 semesters with a focus on real-world learning informed by contemporary business research.

  • Core Courses: 4 compulsory Level 8 courses
  • Specialisation Courses: 3 Level 8 courses in your chosen specialisation
  • Elective Courses: 2 Level 8 elective courses to expand your expertise
  • Research Project: A 45-credit research project at Level 9

Study Plans: Please refer to the specialisations below for a copy of the current Study Plans (Note: these are subject to change) 

Specialisations

Choose one of five specialisations - all areas of high demand for employment:

Business Analytics

When leveraged effectively, business analytics can solve business problems, predict market trends, and increase efficiency, productivity, and revenue.

In addition to the compulsory core courses, elective courses and research project, students will complete the following:

Specialisation courses for Business Analytics:

  • Data Analytics
  • Adaptive Business Intelligence
  • Analytics Storytelling

​Download a copy of the Business Analytics study plan here.

Digital Marketing

Marketing has always been about connecting with your audience at the right time and place. In today’s business world, that place mostly is online.

In addition to the compulsory core courses, elective courses and research project, students will complete the following:

Specialisation courses for Digital Marketing:

  • Inbound Marketing
  • Online Advertising
  • Web Analytics

Additional Industry Certifications:

  • Inbound Marketing Certification
  • Web Analytics Certification (Industry Certification Google Analytics 4 (GA4))

Download a copy of the Digital Marketing study plan here.

Leadership

Leadership may not be a one-size-fits-all, but the fundamentals remain the same. Strong business leadership drives organisational performance by creating an environment that inspires employees to do their best.

In addition to the compulsory core courses, elective courses and research project, students will complete the following:

Specialisation courses for Leadership:

  • Leading and Managing Change
  • Developing Tomorrow's Leaders
  • Building Workplace Culture

Download a copy of the Leadership study plan here.

Supply Chain & Logistics

Supply chain and logistics management is critical to business performance and customer satisfaction.

You'll apply theoretical principles and analytical techniques to optimise supply chain operations, including procurement strategies, logistics, and warehouse management. Real-world business problems will help you gain practical experience in improving supply chain performance.

In addition to the compulsory core courses, elective courses and research project, students will complete the following:

Specialisation courses for Supply Chain & Logistics:

  • Procurement Methods
  • Supply Chain Design
  • Warehousing and Distribution

​Download a copy of the Supply Chain & Logistics study plan here.

Advanced HR

Effective HR management helps bridge the gap between employee performance and an organisation’s strategic objectives. This specialisation focuses on how to implement modern HR practices, enhancing employee experiences and driving organisational success.

In addition to the compulsory core courses, elective courses and research project, students will complete the following:

Specialisation courses for Advanced HR:

  • Employee Experience
  • Workforce Analytics
  • Building Workplace Culture

Download a copy of the Advanced HR study plan here.

Admission requirements

What you will need to study this programme. 


Domestic students

Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

  • A recognised bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a relevant discipline with merit achievement deemed to be a grade average of B- or higher; or 
  • A professional qualification in a relevant discipline recognised as being equivalent to merit achievement in a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
And meet one of the English entry requirements;

Don’t meet these Academic requirements?

  • If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we’ll discuss your next steps.
  • If you don’t meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview. 

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 455 KB)


International students

Academic requirements 

You must have completed at least one of the following:

  • A recognised bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a relevant discipline with merit achievement deemed to be a grade average of B- or higher; or 
  • A professional qualification in a relevant discipline recognised as being equivalent to merit achievement in a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

And English entry requirements;

​If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

Don’t meet these Academic requirements?

  • If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we’ll discuss your next steps.
  • If you don’t meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview. 

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 455 KB)

Courses and timetables

For more details on the courses including timetables, please click on the course names below.

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Compulsory Course ID:013629 - 8811 - Data Analytics and Intelligence

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Courses Credits Aim
Strategic IQ(BSNS8000) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) This course enables students to build the strategic thinking skills required to contribute to smarter and more nimble organisations able to adapt to new realities and build competitive advantages in highly competitive landscapes.
Design Thinking for Business(BSNS8001) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) This course will enable student to apply design thinking to solve complex problems and design new solutions that create value for customers and their organisations.
Digital Transformation(BSNS8002) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) This course enables students to understand the profound impact of leveraging digital technologies to transform business, organisations and society.
Business Research Methods(BSNS8004) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) This course will enable students to apply business research methods to prepare a research proposal.
Data Analytics and Intelligence(COMP8811) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) To understand how data analytics create organisational values and to demonstrate visual representation of big data sets for exploring business intelligence and opportunities.
Courses Credits Aim
Industry Research Project(BSNS9000) 45.0 credits (0.375 EFTS) This course will enable students to independently apply research methods to investigate a business research question.
Industry Research Project - Enrolment(BSNS9000ENR) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) This course will enable students to independently apply research methods to investigate a business research question.
Courses Credits Aim
Industry Internship(BSNS8003) 30.0 credits (0.250 EFTS) This course will provide students with an opportunity to undertake a workplace project relevant to their specialisation.
Te Ao Pakihi Maori(BSNS8005) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) In this course students will explore the nature and structure of Māori business and organisations and the significant contribution they make to the Aotearoa New Zealand economy.
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