- Duration
- Full-time: 1 year
- Part-time: Varies
- Next start date
- 2025 Semester One – 3 March
- 2025 Semester Two – 21 July
- Available locations
- City
- Points
- 120
- Programme type
- Postgraduate
- Taught options available
Programme overview
Viewed as ‘an MBA for engineers,’ this prestigious taught programme is offered jointly with the University of Auckland Business School.
Aimed at professionals, the MEMgt appeals to a broad range of students from different engineering and technological backgrounds intending to pursue management roles. It is a flexible qualification oriented towards enhancing your professional and business capacities for the global market.
Programme structure
There are two available pathways to choose from to complete this programme.
A breakdown of the classes in further detail can be found under the 'Elective options' tab to the right.
Option one:
Core: ENGGEN 736 (15 points)
Research Project: ENGGEN 792 or 794 (30 points)
(Engineering) Electives: (30 points)
• CIVIL 704, 765,
• ENGGEN 705, 723–725, 730–733, 737, 738, 742, 743,
(Business) Electives: (30 points)
• BUSADMIN 761–764, 766,
• BUSDEV 711–715, 721-724, 731–734,
• BUSMAN 701–705, 708.
OR
Option Two:
Core: ENGGEN 784 (30 points).
15-points from:
• CIVIL 704, 765, ENGGEN 737, 738.
30-points from:
• CIVIL 704, 765,
• ENGGEN 705, 723–725, 730–733, 737, 738, 742, 743
30-points from:
• BUSADMIN 761–764, 766,
• BUSDEV 711–715, 731–734,
• BUSMAN 701–705, 707, 708
Other 600 and 700-level courses in the Faculty of Engineering are approved by the Programme Director.
Note:
• BUSMAN courses – On-campus only.
• BUSDEV courses – Online only.
Research project information
*This research project requires a student to undertake a practical application in a temporary endeavour to deliver a product, service or specified outcome. May take the form of action research, project implementation and evaluation of modern advances in project management practices, or a project management-oriented case study. Project will be conducted by students working individually within an existing project orientated team.
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
120 point programme
Compulsory 45 points
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- Code:
- ENGGEN 736
- Name:
- Research Implementation and Dissemination
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- ENGGEN 794
- Name:
- Research Project
- Type:
- Compulsory degree component
- Points:
- 30 pts
Electives 30 points
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- Name:
- Engineering course
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Name:
- Engineering course
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Electives 30 points
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- Name:
- Business Development or Business Management course
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Name:
- Business Development or Business Management course
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Elective 15 points
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- Name:
- Engineering, Business Development, or Business Management course
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
2024 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 a BE or BE(Hons) with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 120 points above Stage III.
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?
2024 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$20,218.80*
- International students
- NZ$55,210*
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 $8.88 per point, estimated at $1,065.60 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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Cost of living
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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 2025
- 8 December 2024
- Semester Two 2025
- 4 July 2025
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 26 February |
|---|---|
| Ends – 24 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 15 July |
| Ends – 11 November |
| Semester One | Starts – 3 March |
|---|---|
| Ends – 30 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 21 July |
| Ends – 17 November |
Other important dates
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Option one:
BUSMAN 701 Managing People and Organisations
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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