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University of Waikato

Hamilton , North Island, New Zealand ,New Zealand

Master of Management in Project Management

The University of Waikato is proud to offer New Zealand’s first-ever business-oriented masters degree specialising in Project Management.

This 12-month programme is ideal for those seeking expertise in managing complex projects across sectors such as healthcare, construction, IT, finance and consulting.

Project managers with formal training are now in high demand as organisations strive for greater efficiency and rapid uptake of new technologies.

This degree equips students with practical skills and professional knowledge to lead projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

Papers cover a comprehensive range of topics, from project planning and risk management, through to quality control, procurement, and stakeholder communication.

Intakes

  • March
  • July

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Application Process

More Information Required
30 Days
GTE/Possible Interview call from Institution
30 Days
Visa Process
10 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

We can help you with career planning, developing your CV and cover letters, interview skills, enhancing your employability skills, volunteering and refining your personal brand. The services can connect you with employers through Career Fairs, employer campus visits and promotion of graduate opportunities.

Career Opportunities
Sustainability advisor
Anthropologist
Biodiversity Management
Climate action specialist
Community educator
Data analyst
Ecologist
Economist
Environmental Scientist
Foreign Affairs Advisor
Media advisor
Policy Analyst
Political Scientist
Politician
Public relations expert
Planner

PSW Opportunity

  • During study, all students on a student visa can work up to 20 hours per week during semester and full time during vacations.
  • After completing Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Qualification, a student will get a three years open post-study work visa.
  • After completing Level 8 Post Graduate courses of 1 year, students get 1 year PSW.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

This degree consists of either:

• a dissertation and coursework;
• coursework only.

This degree can be either in the same area as your undergraduate study or in a new area of study.

Depending on your previous study and chosen subject, a masters may take one, one and a half, or two years to complete.

Entry requirements
A recognised bachelors degree with a B-/B/B+ average, and a B-/B/B+ average in a relevant subject (if required).

Please refer to the respective masters degree course page for more detailed admission criteria.

Some Faculties/Schools require an honours degree (to demonstrate research capacity). Where the above requirements are not met, further study in a lower level programme may be required first.

A recognised bachelors degree with a B/B+ average, and a B/B+ average in a relevant subject if required. Some faculties/schools require an honours degree (to demonstrate research capacity).
Where the above requirements are not met, further study in a lower level programme may be required first.

  • IELTS (Academic)- 6.5 overall (no band less than 6.0)
  • iBT (internet-based) TOEFL- 90 with a score of 21 in writing
  • iBT (home-based) TOEFL- 90 with a score of 21 in writing
  • Pearson PTE Academic- 58 and no PTE communicative skills below 50