Master of Maori and Indigenous Leadership
Are you a professional working in an Iwi, Maori organisation, or another body that works with Maori communities, looking to progress into leadership? Would you like to take on a position of influence within the growing M?ori economy, currently valued at $40 billion in Aotearoa New Zealand? Do you have a passion for furthering the aspirations of Maori and indigenous communities?
This applied professional programme aims to equip the next generation of leaders across a wide variety of sectors with the skills, knowledge, and attributes necessary to advance the aspirations of Iwi Maori and other indigenous peoples, whether it be in a social, cultural, environmental, political, or commercial context.
Campus Information
Ilam Campus
The University has a main campus of 76 hectares (190 acres) at Ilam, a suburb of Christchurch about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) from the centre of the city.
Intakes
- Feb Deadline: Dec
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
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
Graduates of this qualification will be in an ideal position to enhance the leadership capability in organizations working with Maori, including Iwi, Maori, government, community, and private sector organizations.
The graduating cohort will be expected to critically engage with and advance Maori aspirations in their strategic leadership careers. They will show the skills and attributes needed to lead and implement change in Maori and indigenous contexts.
Knowledge of indigenous development in a global context opens up job opportunities and scope as well.
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
Academic entry requirements
The Master of M?ori and Indigenous Leadership (MMIL) is open to:
- graduates of any bachelor's degree with at least a B Grade Point Average in 60 points at 300-level, and who have at least three years of professional experience in the M?ori sector; or
- applicants without an undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification), but have qualified for the Postgraduate Certificate in M?ori and Indigenous Leadership.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
40800 NZD
Annual Cost of Living: 20000 NZD
Application Fee: N/A
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