UNIVERSITY OF CANTERBURY (UC)
UC School of Business and Economics’ postgraduate programmes offer high quality, research-based teaching alongside opportunities for industry engagement. Our world-class qualifications are not just about gaining the latest knowledge and skills for your work, but also aim to support your business networking and career development.
ADDRESS
Business and Law Building, UC Ilam Campus, University Drive Private Bag 4800, Christchurch 8140 Website: www.canterbury.ac.nz
KEY PERSONNEL
School of Business and Economics Professor Paul Ballantine, Head of School Phone: +64 3 369 3738 Email: paul.ballantine@canterbury.ac.nz
MBA AND EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES
David Shearer, Director Phone: +64 3 369 3667 Email: david.shearer@canterbury.ac.nz Rachel Butcher, Business Manager Phone: +64 3 369 3671 Email: rachel.butcher@canterbury.ac.nz
COURSES
MBA – Master of Business Administration
Suitable For: Senior level professionals and executives from organisations of any size or sector. Experienced and aspiring entrepreneurs also find our programme to be beneficial. Location: UC Ilam Campus Duration: 15 months full-time / up to five years part-time
Format: Each course is delivered in one threehour lecture per week for a total of eight weeks. Some courses are delivered in modular format over two Fridays and Saturdays, from 9am to 5pm, approximately one month apart.
Description: Our MBA programme has a dynamic core curriculum that combines innovation, strategic perspectives and advanced business acumen to establish valuable and responsible leadership skills. You also have the ability to customise your learning in specific areas with a range of elective options. www.exec.canterbury.ac.nz/mba/
Pathways to the MBA
If you do not currently have the time to undertake the full MBA programme, or do not have a degree, you can enrol in the Postgraduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership which can be completed in 12 months full-time (or up to three years part-time). The PGCertStaratLdrship comprises six courses drawn from our MBA core courses. Each course is taught in modular format over two Fridays and Saturdays, approximately one month apart. www.exec.canterbury.ac.nz/pgcert/
Another pathway to the MBA is the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration which can be completed in eight months full-time (up to four years part-time). www.exec.canterbury.ac.nz/ graddipba/index.shtml
You can apply to transfer to the MBA programme (from the GradDipBA), or to the GradDipBA (from the PGCertStratLdrship) prior to graduating.
MCom – Master of Commerce
Suitable For: Graduates with a Bachelor’s degree from a New Zealand university in the relevant subject area, who want to undertake a significant piece of independent research (under supervision), and build their knowledge and skills for professional roles and consultancy. Location: UC Ilam Campus Duration: 12–18 months full-time / up to three years part-time
Format: Depending on the subject area, you will complete between six and nine courses, and submit a thesis or a dissertation.
Description: The MCom allows you to demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of contemporary developments within your subject area. It involves evaluating the implications of your own research findings for the wider body of relevant academic literature. It is an internationally-recognised qualification that can help to differentiate yourself in the job market.
MFM – Master of Financial Management
Suitable For: Professionals from organisations of any size and sector seeking to transition into a new role in business or finance. Location: UC Ilam Campus Duration: 12–14 months full-time / up to four years part-time
Format: Each course is delivered in one threehour lecture per week for a total of 10 weeks, plus tutorials.
Description: Our MFM programme will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a career in finance. Industry speakers and guest speakers offer you a direct line of sight to the employment market and expose you to business contacts and local organisations.
MPA – Master of Professional Accounting
Suitable For: Professionals from organisations of any size and sector seeking to transition into a new role in accountancy. Location: UC Ilam Campus Duration: 15–17 months full-time / up to four years part-time
Format: Each course is delivered in one threehour lecture per week for a total of 10 weeks, plus tutorials.
Description: Our MPA programme is designed to provide you with the skills, competencies and knowledge in a number of core business, accounting and management areas to succeed in a career in accountancy. www.exec.canterbury.ac.nz/ mpa/index.shtml
We also offer the following professional masters, diploma and leadership qualifications:
• Master of Applied Finance and Economics
(MAFE). • Master of Business Information Systems (MBIS). • Master of Business Management (MBM). • Postgraduate Diploma in Business. • Postgraduate Diploma in Business Information
Systems. • Postgraduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership.