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Business Taught Masters

18 October 2023

Our Business Taught Masters (BTM) programmes are designed for anyone looking to diversify their expertise with practical business skills. You’ll gain industry-relevant knowledge that will open new career opportunities, without needing any prior business study. 

HOW TO APPLY

Scholarships available

We have new scholarships available, offering financial assistance of up to $2,500 based on previous academic achievement. All domestic fee-paying students will be automatically considered for the scholarship. Find out if you’re eligible, or contact us with any questions. 

Why study a Business Taught Master?

Our Business Taught Masters (BTM) programmes offer the chance to explore a new subject area that complements the skills gained in your undergraduate study and opens more career pathways. Whether you're from an unrelated field or a non-business background, a BTM enhances your degree by equipping you with essential business skills.

Beyond the classroom, students get to apply their knowledge through hands-on opportunities like consulting projects with local industry, preparing them for real-world business challenges.

 

Student support

UC Business School takes pride in its personalised support tailored for both domestic and international students.

As a student of the programme, you will have access to support for your study, life, and career, including a dedicated orientation when you arrive, pastoral care services, career development seminars, and additional certification opportunities.

 

Life in Christchurch and New Zealand

Christchurch offers the perfect balance between work, study, and adventure. As a vibrant hub for tech and innovation, it’s recognized in the top 100 on the QS Best Student Cities 2025 list. With living costs at least 17% lower than New Zealand’s two other largest cities, Christchurch offers an exceptional lifestyle at an affordable price.


What can you study?

Master of Business
  • Majors in Management, Marketing, Financial Management
  • 17 months full-time
Master of Business Information Systems
  • Take advantage of demand in the IT sector
  • 17 months full-time
Master of Professional Accounting
  • Gain provisional membership with accounting bodies CA ANZ, CAP Australia and ACCA
  • 17 months full-time

If you’re looking for a shorter qualification that could lead to one of our master’s degrees, see our range of certificates and diplomas.

Postgraduate Certificate in Business
  • 6 months full-time
  • Pathway to the Business Taught Masters
Postgraduate Diploma in Business
  • 12 months full-time
  • Pathway to the Master of Business or Master of Professional Accounting
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Information Systems
  • 12 months full-time
  • Pathway to the Master of Business Information Systems

Student stories

Leona's story

Master of Business Information Systems (MBIS)

Elyse's story

Master Professional Accounting (MPA)

Allister's story

Postgraduate Certificate in Business (PGCertBus)


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