Why Study "Master of Management (Business)"

The Master of Management (Business) at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is a postgraduate management qualification designed for students who want to develop advanced management, leadership, strategic decision-making and applied research capabilities. The programme combines advanced theoretical learning with practical, work-related applications and covers areas such as strategic human resource management, finance, operations, change management and business research. For international students, the current course information lists study at the Mokoia Campus in Rotorua.

• Level of study: Master's degree / postgraduate study
• Campus: Mokoia Campus, Rotorua
• Mode of learning: Campus-based, full-time study; the course information does not currently advertise an e-learning or blended delivery option for the Business specialisation.
• Duration: 18 months full-time for the Coursework pathway; 2 years full-time for the Coursework and Thesis pathway
• Credits: 180 credits or 240 credits, depending on the selected pathway
• Part-time study is also indicated as available by Toi Ohomai.

Key Benefits

The programme is designed to build both advanced management knowledge and the ability to apply that knowledge to real organisational challenges.

• Develops strategic management and leadership capabilities.
• Builds knowledge across finance, human resources, operations and change management.
• Provides advanced applied research experience.
• Develops analytical, communication and strategic decision-making skills.
• Combines academic study with applied, work-based learning.
• Allows students to complete the qualification through coursework or coursework combined with a thesis.
• Successful students receive the Master of Management award, with the option of a Business endorsement where the required papers are completed.

Program Structure

Students can choose between two pathways currently listed for the Master of Management (Business):

• Pathway 1 – Master of Management by Coursework: 180 credits, normally 18 months full-time.
  • Management Practice – Critical Analysis and Review
  • Strategic Human Resource Management
  • Finance for Managers
  • Operations Management
  • Change Management
  • Advanced Applied Research Proposal
  • Advanced Applied Research Project
  • Three additional papers from the Business endorsement list, with two required from the same endorsement area.
• Pathway 2 – Master of Management by Coursework and Thesis: 240 credits, normally 2 years full-time.
  • Management Practice – Critical Analysis and Review
  • Strategic Human Resource Management
  • Finance for Managers
  • Operations Management
  • Change Management
  • Research Methodology – 30 credits
  • Thesis – 90 credits
  • Three additional papers from the Business endorsement list, with two required from the same endorsement area.

Discipline / Specialisation

The course is offered with a Business endorsement. The Business endorsement is available through the Coursework and Coursework & Thesis pathways.

Business endorsement papers currently listed include:

• Communication for Managers
• Quality Management Systems: Macro to Micro
• Work-Integrated Project

The programme broadly covers strategic management, leadership, human resources, finance, operations, organisational change, communication, quality management and applied business research.

Programme Highlights

The programme is particularly focused on developing the ability to analyse management issues and apply advanced knowledge to workplace and organisational situations.

• Qualification: Master of Management (Business)
• Study location: Mokoia Campus, Rotorua
• Current course page lists the next intake as February 2027.
• 2027 start dates currently shown: 22 February 2027 and 19 July 2027 for both Coursework and Coursework & Thesis pathways.
• The current course page was updated on 8 September 2026.
• International tuition information currently lists an indicative range of NZD $36,270–$48,672, depending on the pathway selected.
• Additional costs may include textbooks and other course-related expenses.
• Toi Ohomai states that 2027 fees are subject to confirmation and may be updated.
• Students may receive additional postgraduate qualifications during their study pathway where the relevant requirements are met.

Career Outcomes

Graduates can apply advanced management and leadership knowledge across business and organisational environments. The Business pathway is relevant to management and leadership roles such as:

• Team Leader
• Section Head
• Manager
• Systems Support Manager
• Sustainability Manager
• Innovation Manager
• Quality Manager
• Business Owner

The qualification can also support students who want to progress into senior management responsibilities or develop further academic and research interests.

Visa Requirements (International Students)

International students normally require a New Zealand Fee Paying Student Visa to study this programme in New Zealand. Applicants must first receive an offer of place from an approved education provider and demonstrate that they can meet the tuition and living-cost requirements.

• Valid offer of place from Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology.
• Evidence of tuition-fee payment or sufficient funds to pay the required tuition fees.
• Evidence of sufficient living funds. For tertiary study of one year or longer, Immigration New Zealand currently requires NZD $20,000 per year for living costs.
• Evidence of funds for outward travel from New Zealand, or a ticket.
• Acceptable medical and travel insurance for the period of study.
• Applicants must meet applicable health, character and genuine-intention requirements.
• Current Immigration New Zealand rules allow eligible student-visa holders to work up to 25 hours per week during study and full-time during permitted holidays, subject to the conditions stated on their individual visa.
• Students should normally apply for their student visa at least three months before their intended travel date.

Latest Updates / Special Requirements

For the current 2026/2027 course information, applicants should pay particular attention to the following requirements and updates:

• Academic transcripts from previous tertiary qualifications are required.
• Coursework pathway: applicants generally need an undergraduate degree with at least a New Zealand B- average at Level 7 plus at least one year of practical/professional experience and two written references; alternative entry is available for applicants with a Bachelor Honours degree, an appropriate Level 8 postgraduate diploma, or through approved special entry.
• Coursework & Thesis pathway: an undergraduate degree is required.
• English requirement: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0, or an accepted equivalent English-proficiency outcome.
• Applicants may be invited to an information meeting to confirm that the programme is appropriate for their career goals and previous experience.
• The current Business-specific course page lists February 2027 as its next intake, with additional intake information for July 2027.
• International tuition fees currently shown by Toi Ohomai are indicative and may change when final 2027 fees are confirmed.
• No specific scholarship for the Master of Management (Business) is currently displayed on the course page. Toi Ohomai promotes scholarships and grants separately, so international applicants should check the current scholarship opportunities and eligibility before applying.
• StudyLink assistance shown on the general course information is primarily relevant to eligible New Zealand students and should not be assumed to be available to international students.