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Massey University

Palmerston North , North Island, New Zealand ,New Zealand

Bachelor of Business in Organisational Technology Management

New tools and technology are continuously changing the way in which businesses operate. With the huge amount of data collected, they need to know how to manage it.

The Bachelor of Business (Organisational Technology Management) will make you a sought-after technology and data management expert. You will have the knowledge and skills for problem-solving, persuasion and presentation to help organisations understand new technology and gain the data insights they need.

Our programme brings together human and organisational aspects of computer-based information systems. This is in contrast to computer science and information technology that stress the underlying technologies. If you enjoy working with people and would like to understand more about the business world, the BBus (OTM) is for you.

Our lecturers are actively researching both nationally and internationally, bringing the most relevant developments in business theory and practice to the classroom. They also have real-world experience in the business world, with in-depth knowledge of big data and how technology is trending into the future.

The Bachelor of Business will give you the leadership, communication and critical thinking skills that will make you a sought-after employee.

Campus Information

Auckland campus

Massey University’s innovative Auckland / Oteha campus is located on the North Shore of New Zealand’s largest city – Auckland. The campus grounds are peaceful with many native trees and plants, yet it’s only a five minute walk to the expansive Westfield shopping centre with its movie theatres, shops, restaurants and numerous fast food outlets. If you want to travel further, there are buses running regular routes around the North Shore region and into Auckland city.

Intakes

  • Feb
  • July

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Application Process

More Information Required
10 Days
GTE/Possible Interview call from Institution
10 Days
Provisional/Unconditional Offer
20 Days
Visa process
30 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

There is a shortage of people skilled in organisational technology and its development, and salaries are amongst the highest of all graduates. The skills you learn at Massey and the qualification you’ll receive will be in demand both in New Zealand and around the world.

You will work with programmes, systems analysts and vendors to create and operate information systems for businesses, government agencies and non-profit organisations. Roles include:

  • information systems specialist
  • application consultant
  • business analyst
  • technology procurement specialist
  • business intelligence analyst
  • information management specialist
  • Agile project manager
  • knowledge manager
  • IT project manager
  • IT consultant
  • social media specialist
  • technical sales representative
  • quality assurance analysts
  • data analyst.

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

  • All India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) or Indian School Certificate (ISC) Year 12 with an overall average of 75% and a minimum of 60% in English
  • For most undergraduate level programmes, the minimum academic entry requirement is successful completion of a qualification equivalent to the New Zealand Year 13 - NCEA Level 3 University Entrance. International students need to check the equivalency of their secondary school qualification by reviewing the list of Academic Admission Requirements by Country/Region.
  • International students who have previously studied at a New Zealand secondary school should refer to the secondary school requirements section.
  • International students who have completed 3 x B at level 5 or 6 passes in the New Zealand Diploma of Business may apply for entry into a Bachelor's programme.
    • An NZQA transcript as formal evidence of the NZDipBus results is required before credit will be assessed and only papers with a minimum grade of B will be assessed for credit.
    • The English language requirements can be met by:
      1. A minimum IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) used to gain entry to the NZDipBus or,
      2. A recent IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5