Master of Business at University of Canterbury

University of Canterbury

New Zealand, Christchurch

University Rank:#261

University of Canterbury offers the Master of Master of Business as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Christchurch, New Zealand. Taught in English and completed over 1 year 3 months, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for master of business and related professional fields. Tuition fees are USD 31,892 / year, and the next available intake begins on July 25, 2026.

About Master of Business

Introduction

The Master of Business (MBus) provides you with broad business skills and expertise as part of UC's Business Taught Masters programme.

The degree explores business basics as well as a specialist major focus, and includes project opportunities through our industry contacts to give you practical experience in applying your commercial knowledge.

Open to students from any study background, the MBus offers you the chance to upskill, or a pathway for those looking to newly enter the business world.

New cash scholarships are available. See more information about the UC Business Taught Masters Support Scholarship.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Business at University of Canterbury

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Any bachelor's degree, with at least a B Grade Point Average in your 300-level courses, is required to enrol (or other qualifications of an equivalent standard).

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Business or use the admission requirements checker.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 90

English Program Requirements

English language courses offered in partnership with CCEL will prepare you for study at Foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degree level. The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses offered by CCEL are designed to provide you with the specific language and study skills you will need to succeed in academic study.

Further details and application form are available from the CCEL site.

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Business

Career opportunities

This degree programme is designed to prepare graduates for roles in commercial industries, from entry-level through to upper management. Our graduates offer diverse business experience, with marketing and management often the most sought-after skills by today's employers, locally and globally.

Depending on their major, graduates will go onto roles in areas such as operations management, consulting, investment and financial analysis, human resources, advertising, and marketing across a range of different organisations.

You can also start a business of your own with the broad and specialist skills you learn in this qualification.

Useful information:

Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student stories.
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Fee Information

Tuition Fee

31,892 / year

Master of Business at University of Canterbury

University of Canterbury

New Zealand, Christchurch