The aim of the Master of Management is to enable students to critically examine theories and practices of management and to conduct applied research so that they:
* develop high-level skills and knowledge for leading, managing and transforming organizations within an environment of ubiquitous and continuous change; and
* can apply this knowledge and these skills to contemporary organizations in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally.

Graduates of the Master of Management will be able to:

1. Evaluate and apply advanced contemporary management theories to emerging situations in an organization.
2. Create an internal organisation culture with strong employee engagement, collaboration and teamwork, and ongoing learning and development in the changing environment
3. Analyse, synthesise and communicate information, plans, policies and strategies to enhance business outcomes in an organization.
4. Apply leadership and management skills to improve business performance within an organisation in Aotearoa New Zealand or internationally

Further study in the relevant area

A completed application form.
2. For study options 1 and 2:
Original transcripts showing a Bachelor's degree or a Graduate Diploma in a business-related subject from a recognized
institution, including full transcripts;
OR
Evidence of acquiring the relevant skills and knowledge through appropriate work or professional experience in business or
a related area.
For study option 3:
Original transcripts showing a Master's degree, Postgraduate Diploma, or other NQF Level 8 qualification in a business-related subject from a recognized institution, including full transcripts;
OR
Original transcripts showing a Master's degree, Postgraduate Diploma, or other NQF Level 8 qualification in any subject from
a recognized institution, including full transcripts, combined with a minimum of 3 years' relevant managerial and practical experience.
A scanned PDF will be sufficient to progress the application, but original documents will be required on arrival at ICL
Graduate Business School. Failure to provide original documents will result in the cancellation of the enrolment.
3. For international students, Academic IELTS with a minimum score of 6.5 overall (with no band score lower than 6.0 and
gained within the past two years in one examination), or any other equivalent approved by NZQA.
4. Credit transfer or RPL of up to 50% of the total credits, i.e. up to 90 of the 180 credits for study options 1 and 2, required for
the qualification will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.
The 120 credit Master of Management by Thesis study option (Option 3) does not allow for Credit transfer or RPL.
5. ICL Graduate Business School also strongly recommends that a Personal Statement, written by the applicant, is attached to
the application explaining why they believe they should study on the programme, their motivations and further aspirations.