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Overview

Programme Overview

Our EMBA provides more than a set of skills. It will enable you to:

  • Transition to a new level of personal and professional development
  • Gain the confidence and capabilities to thrive under uncertainty
  • Drive change and navigate through complex business environments, now and in the future
  • Develop skills relevant to New Zealand's distinct political, cultural and legal environment, enabling local businesses to succeed
  • Learn to use international business strategies to scale up small and medium-sized enterprises

Change your life, and the business world, in one step with an EMBA from the University of Auckland Business School.

Note: This programme is open to domestic students only. The information on this page is for new applicants only.

Programme Structure

Our online EMBA programme is taught on a quarter-based system for the duration of the programme.

Potential Careers

EMBA study is a life-changing experience. It is not about simply acquiring a set of professional skills. It is an important transitional stage in both personal and professional development as a leader and decision maker. You will gain not only the practical skills required to lead a business, but also the confidence with which to apply them.

Student career planning services

Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.

Our Business School ASB Careers Centre will help get your career in business off to a strong start. You can access programmes, workshops and one-on-one support. You will be given opportunities to network with employers to increase your knowledge of the local business environment. Visit the Business School ASB Careers Centre.

Key Information for Students

Key Information for Students

Compare qualifications and academic information across different New Zealand institutions.

Entry Requirements, Fees and Dates

Fees and scholarships

Fees

Fees Disclaimer

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses. For more information, please see Fees and Money Matters.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

Scholarships

Scholarships and awards

Find out about the scholarships you may be eligible for.

Loans and Allowances

Student loans and allowances

Are you a New Zealand citizen or resident? You could be eligible for a student loan or allowance.

Cost of Living

Cost of living

Get an idea of how much accommodation and general living in Auckland will cost.

Key Dates

Application Advice

Please note: we will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.

Key Dates

SemesterApplication Closing DateSemester Start DateSemester End Date
2027 Quarter Three07 May 202707 June 2027

Other Important Dates

See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.

Additional Information on Key Dates

The Executive Master of Business Administration is only available to domestic applicants. For more information about the definition of a domestic applicant, please see Domestic or international status.

Entry Requirements

International Applications

This programme is currently only offered to domestic students (NZ citizens and permanent residents).

My highest qualification is from the University of Auckland

Programme Entry Requirements

University of Auckland Qualification

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

5.0 - Grade Point Average

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Further Programme Entry Requirements

Domestic applicants:

To be eligible to apply for admission to the University of Auckland EMBA you must:

  • Have gained at least five years’ relevant management experience 
  • And demonstrated appropriate qualities as determined by the Faculty of Business and Economics. This will normally involve an interview, provision of references and may include tests of aptitude
  • Successfully complete all application requirements

Other Pathways to Study

Domestic applicants:

  • A relevant bachelors degree from this University with a GPA/GPE of 5.0 or higher in at least 60 points in the most advanced courses
  • Or completed a postgraduate diploma or masters degree from this University, or equivalent, with a GPA/GPE of 5.0 or higher
  • Or been awarded a PhD from this University, or equivalent
  • Or a relevant bachelors degree and a Postgraduate Certificate in Business from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or higher

If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes. 

Postgraduate Requirements

You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.

Regulations

Preamble

The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.

Admission

1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant must have:

a (i) the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(ii) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II

or

(iii) completed the requirements for a Postgraduate Diploma or Masters degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(iv) been awarded a PhD from this University, or have equivalent prior study

or

(v) (a) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree

and

(b) completed the requirements for the Postgraduate Certificate in Business from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

and

b normally, at eight years’ professional experience including five years’ relevant management experience approved by the Programme Director

and

c demonstrated, in accordance with approved selection criteria, the qualities determined appropriate by the Faculty of Business and Economics. This requirement will normally involve an interview, provision of references and may include tests of aptitude.

2 Equivalence and relevance in Regulation 1 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

3 In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 1 may be waived by the relevant Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.

Duration and Total Points Value

4 A student admitted to this degree must:

a pass courses with a total value of 180 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c must not exceed 220 points for the total enrolment for this degree.

Structure and Content

5 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Executive Master of Business Administration Schedule.

6 A student enrolled for this degree must achieve a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in the first 60 points of taught courses. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Executive Master of Business Administration cannot continue.

7 A student admitted to this programme must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

8 A student enrolled for this degree who has been credited for another degree or diploma with any courses the same, or similar to, those listed for this degree, is to substitute for each course so credited an alternative course approved by Senate or its representative.

9 The programme for each student requires the approval of the Director of the Programme prior to enrolment.

Credit, Cross-credit and Reassignment

10 A student may apply to reassign courses passed for this degree to the Postgraduate Diploma in Business or the Postgraduate Certificate in Business.

Variations

11 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

Regulation Commencement or Amendment

12 These regulations came into force on 1 January 2027.

Schedule/Programme Rules

Schedule Notes

The programme for each student requires the approval of the Director of the Programme prior to enrolment.

Programme Schedules

Complete 180 points comprising:

  • 180 points for all Executive Master of Business Administration Specialisation in Business Administration (180 points)

Executive Master of Business Administration Specialisation in Business Administration (180 points)

Complete 180 points for ALL of the following:

Graduate Profile

Graduate Profile

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