- Duration
- Full-time: 1 year
- Part-time: Varies
- Next start date
- 2026 Semester One – 2 March
- 2026 Semester Two – 20 July
- Available locations
- City, University of Auckland Online
- Points
- 120
- Programme type
- Postgraduate
- Taught options available
Programme overview
Are you ready to take your engineering and technology expertise beyond technical boundaries and into the realm of strategic leadership? The Master of Engineering Management (MEMgt) at the University of Auckland is your gateway to becoming a visionary leader in today’s fast-evolving global market.
Often described as 'an MBA for engineers', this taught programme is offered in partnership with the University of Auckland Business School, blending advanced engineering knowledge with cutting-edge business acumen.
You’ll gain the tools to manage complex projects, drive innovation, and make high-impact decisions that shape industries. You’ll also complete a final Capstone or Research Project, applying your knowledge to real-world challenges.
Delivered by two leading faculties at New Zealand’s top-ranked university, it offers a qualification that is respected by employers worldwide. This programme is designed with flexibility in mind, making it ideal for working professionals who want to advance their careers without putting them on hold.
The MEMgt equips you with leadership skills, preparing you for international opportunities and diverse organisational environments. Graduates of this programme are highly sought after for senior roles in engineering firms, technology companies, and global organisations, thanks to their unique combination of technical expertise and strategic insight.
Study online
Prefer the flexibility of remote learning? The MEMgt programme is available 100% online, offering the same academic experience and industry relevance as our on-campus option. Wherever you are, you can access world-class management education designed to fit your lifestyle.
Explore the online MEMgt programme
Whether you aspire to lead multidisciplinary teams, influence corporate strategy, or launch your own technology-driven enterprise, the MEMgt will empower you to transform your career and make an impact on a global scale.
Programme structure
The Master of Engineering Management is a 120-point programme consisting of taught courses and a final semester project.
Development and delivery of the programme is shared between the Faculty of Engineering and Design (primary) and the Business School. Courses delivered by Engineering and Design will run by semester, while Business courses will run by quarter. For course start and end dates, visit the Important dates page.
Please note, not all courses are delivered across both on-campus or online delivery modes. Please make sure you select the appropriate on campus stream.
All students will choose to undertake one of our two project options. These options are designed to suit different learning styles and career goals and will be undertaken in the final semester of your degree:
ENGGEN 784 Capstone Project
- 30-point team-based project undertaken in the final semester of your programme
- Ideal for those who enjoy collaborative work and solving real-world problems
- Teams of 4-8 students addressing challenges from client organisations
- Regular assessment through reflection journals and project-related deliverables
- Regular catch-ups with project client and your team; with ongoing feedback from course coordinator
ENGGEN 794 Research Project
- 30-point independent research project undertaken in the final semester of your programme
- Select from a range of programme-related research topics or co-develop a research idea of your own interest in collaboration with a supervisor.
- Regular meetings with project supervisor as per mutual agreement.
- Assessment based on final research report
- High grades may lead to Honours and a pathway to PhD study
Eligibility for enrolment in the ENGGEN 794 Research Project requires submission of an Expression of Interest to the Programme Director. Selection will be based on a combination of factors, including your academic performance (GPA), the relevance of your proposed topic to industry, evidence of industry support, and/or your intention to pursue PhD study.
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
2026 entry requirements
My highest qualification is from:
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
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.
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Study optionTaught 120 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 5.0
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons)
Further programme requirements
Taught 120 points
You must have completed either:
- A BE or BE(Hons) and passed with a GPA of 5.0 in at least 60 points at Stage III.
Or
- A relevant Bachelors degree with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II and at least three years of relevant professional experience approved by the Programme Director
Or
- A BE or BE(Hons) and passed 60 points toward a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma with a GPA of 5.0 or higher.
Whether a qualification is considered relevant will depend on the courses passed and the applicant’s intended specialisation. Qualifications in applied science, engineering or technology may be considered relevant.
Other pathways to study
In exceptional circumstances, we will consider you for entry if you have completed a bachelors degree and have three years of work experience in engineering.
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
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.
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Study optionTaught 120 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
Four-year engineering degree
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QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.5
No bands less than 6.0
Further programme requirements
Taught 120 points
You must have completed a four-year bachelors degree in engineering at a recognised university (or similar institution) that includes:
- Broad coverage in your first year of the foundational science topics that underpin engineering disciplines: mathematical modelling, chemical and materials science, electrical engineering theory, mechanics, programming, and engineering design.
- One year of postgraduate-level study.
- A research project or dissertation comprising at least one-quarter of the final year.
You will need a GPE of 5.0.
Other pathways to study
In exceptional circumstances, we will consider you for entry if you have completed an undergraduate degree and have three years of work experience in engineering.
How much does a Master of Engineering Management cost per year?
2026 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$12,546*
- International students
- NZ$53,532*
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. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $9.44 per point, estimated at $1,132.80 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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Key dates
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.
Application closing dates
- Semester One 2026
- 8 December 2025
- Semester Two 2026
- 8 June 2026
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 3 March |
|---|---|
| Ends – 30 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 21 July |
| Ends – 17 November |
| Semester One | Starts – 2 March |
|---|---|
| Ends – 29 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 20 July |
| Ends – 16 November |
Other important dates
See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.
30 points from:
ENGGEN 784A/B: Capstone Project (30 points)
OR:
ENGGEN 794A/B: Research Project (30 points)
*Co-requisite enrolment in ENGGEN 736 is required alongside Part B of the Research Project.
Select at least 30 points from:
Available in Semester 1 & 2
ENGGEN 730 Management Skills for Project Professionals (15 points)
ENGGEN 736 Research Implementation and Dissemination (15 points)
Semester 1:
CIVIL 765 Infrastructure Asset Management (15 points)
ENGGEN 731 Agile and Lean Project Management (15 points)
ENGGEN 742 Project Management (15 points)
ENGGEN 743 Applied Creative Thinking Online (15 points)
Semester 2:
CIVIL 704 Advanced Topics in Project Management (15 points)
ENGGEN 705 Engineering Product Development (15 points)
ENGGEN 737 Engineering Risk Management Online (15 points)
ENGGEN 738 Work Based Learning (15 points)
Select at least 30 points from:
The following courses are scheduled by year Quarter, not by Semester.
Quarter 1:
BUSDEV 722 Product Management Online (15 points)
BUSMAN 704 Supply Chain Management (15 points)
BUSMAN 705 Strategic Human Resource Management (15 points)
Quarter 2:
BUSDEV 723 New Product Development Processes Online (15 points)
BUSMAN 702 Contemporary Marketing (15 points)
BUSMAN 707 Business Analytics (15 points)
Quarter 3:
BUSDEV 721 Innovation Management and Strategy Online (15 points)
BUSMAN 703 Financial Decision-making (15 points)
BUSMAN 708 Innovation in Practice (15 points)
Quarter 4:
BUSDEV 724 Designing for Sustainability Online (15 points)
BUSMAN 701 Managing People and Organisations (15 points)
You may choose other 600 and 700-level courses from the Faculty of Engineering and Design provided they are relevant to the programme and have prior approval from the Course Director and Programme Director.
Not offered in 2025:
BUSDEV 714 Managing Creativity and People (15 points)
BUSDEV 731 Business Analytics (15 points)
BUSDEV 732 Commercialising Technology (15 points)
BUSDEV 733 Turning Technology into IP (15 points)
BUSDEV 734 Technology Entrepreneurship (15 points)
ENGGEN 733 Strategy, Portfolios, Programmes and Projects (15 points)
Where could this programme take you?
The MEMgt offers a distinct career path towards leadership positions. Its industry focus additionally demonstrates your management competence to employers. Unlike generic management qualifications, it focuses directly on issues unique to engineering companies, allowing you to draw from your perspectives as a professional engineer.
Jobs related to this programme
- Chief engineer
- Engineering manager
- Engineering or management consultant
- Manufacturing manager
- Operations manager
- Product development manager
- Project manager
Ryan's MEMgt provided him with valuable insights for his role as a project manager at Beca.
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