Programme overview
You will develop knowledge and skills across a range of property disciplines including management, development, finance and investment, valuation, market analysis, and marketing.
You will be exposed to advanced theoretical concepts surrounding property markets and develop the analytical skills required to engage with contemporary property issues.
Programme structure
The MProp is a 120 or 180-point specialist masters degree that builds on an undergraduate property degree.
The MProp (180 point) is a 12 or 15-month taught specialist masters comprising coursework and a short dissertation. If you have a first degree you can pursue an advanced specialised qualification in the same discipline.
If you have completed a BProp (Hons) or equivalent, you may be eligible to undertake a 120-point MProp degree by research comprising a supervised thesis.
Postgraduate pathway
Download the Business postgraduate pathway (16KB, PDF)
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
Sample programme structure
Please note this is a sample only. Prerequisites may apply. The availability of some courses may vary.
Research 180 points
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- Code:
- PROPERTY 701
- Name:
- Research Methods for Property
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- PROPERTY 713–786
- Name:
- Specialised Valuations in Property (PROPERTY 715)
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- PROPERTY 713–786
- Name:
- Property Trends and Issues (PROPERTY 724)
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- PROPERTY 713–786
- Name:
- Seminar in Property Management (PROPERTY 733)
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- PROPERTY 713–786
- Name:
- Financial Analysis for Property (PROPERTY 754)
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- PROPERTY 713–786
- Name:
- International Property Markets (PROPERTY 755)
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- PROPERTY 794
- Name:
- Thesis
- Type:
- Thesis
- Points:
- 90 pts
Taught 180 points
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- Code:
- PROPERTY 701
- Name:
- Research Methods for Property
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- PROPERTY 713–786
- Name:
- Seminar in Valuation (PROPERTY 713)
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- PROPERTY 713–786
- Name:
- Property Market Behaviour (PROPERTY 723)
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- PROPERTY 713–786
- Name:
- Property Trends and Issues (PROPERTY 724)
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- PROPERTY 713–786
- Name:
- Seminar in Property Management (PROPERTY 733)
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
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- Code:
- PROPERTY 713–786
- Name:
- Seminar in Property Development (PROPERTY 743)
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- PROPERTY 713–786
- Name:
- Financial Analysis for Property (PROPERTY 754)
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- PROPERTY 713–786
- Name:
- Urban Economic Analysis (PROPERTY 763)
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- PROPERTY 791
- Name:
- Dissertation
- Type:
- Dissertation
- Points:
- 60 pts
Research 120 points
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- Code:
- PROPERTY 796
- Name:
- Thesis for MProp
- Type:
- Thesis
- Points:
- 120 pts
2023 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 180 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 5.0
Bachelor of Property
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Study optionResearch 120 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 5.0
Bachelor of Property (Hons)
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Study optionResearch 180 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 5.0
Bachelor of Property
Further programme requirements
Select your study option:
You must have completed the Bachelor of Property with a GPA of 5.0 in the courses taken for Part III of your degree.
You must have completed the Bachelor of Property (Honours) or the Postgraduate Diploma in Property with a GPA of 5.0.
You must have completed the Bachelor of Property with a GPA of 5.0 in the courses taken for Part III of your degree.
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 180 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
An undergraduate degree in a property-related discipline
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Study optionResearch 120 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
One year of postgraduate study in a property-related discipline
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Study optionResearch 180 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
An undergraduate degree in a property-related discipline
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QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.5
No bands less than 6.0.
Further programme requirements
Select your study option:
You must have completed a Bachelor of Property or an undergraduate degree in a property-related discipline at a recognised university (or similar institution). You will need a GPE of 5.0 in the highest level of courses required for your undergraduate degree.
You must have completed one year of postgraduate study, following an undergraduate degree, in a property-related discipline and with a GPE of 5.0. Your study must have been at a recognised university (or similar institution).
You must have completed a Bachelor of Property or an undergraduate degree in a property-related discipline at a recognised university (or similar institution). You will need a GPE of 5.0 in the highest level of courses required for your undergraduate degree.
How much does a Master of Property cost per year?
2023 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$9,264*
- International students
- NZ$41,778*
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 $8.38 per point, estimated at $1,005.60 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.
Find out about financial support information
Scholarships and awards
Find out about the scholarships you may be eligible for.
Student loans and allowances
Are you a New Zealand citizen or resident? You could be eligible for a student loan or allowance.
Cost of living
Get an idea of how much accommodation and general living in Auckland will cost.
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 2023
- 8 December 2022
- Semester Two 2023
- 4 July 2023
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
Semester One | Starts – 27 February |
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Ends – 26 June | |
Semester Two | Starts – 17 July |
Ends – 13 November |
Semester One | Starts – 26 February |
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Ends – 24 June | |
Semester Two | Starts – 15 July |
Ends – 11 November |
Other important dates
See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.
Developing your skills and capabilities
The Business School is committed to giving you opportunities to develop as a scholar, leader, innovator and global citizen.
As you study towards your Master of Property you can expect to develop capabilities that will enhance your employability and help you make a positive impact on society. You will acquire these capabilities from your courses and through participation in a range of co-curricular activities.
While enhancing your critical thinking and analytical skills, your studies will equip you with strong communication, teamwork and leadership skills as well as cross-cultural understanding.
A MProp graduate is expected to have skills and capabilities in the following areas:
Knowledge and practice
Apply highly specialised knowledge within the property discipline to demonstrate an advanced awareness and understanding in a global context.
Critical thinking
Analyse and evaluate the relevant property-related literature, and design/develop scholarly arguments that demonstrate advanced and diverse thinking.
Solution seeking
Creatively research and analyse complex issues, and develop innovative solutions.
Communication and engagement
Engage, communicate and collaborate with diverse groups using multiple formats, and effectively address a range of professional and academic audiences.
Independence and integrity
Demonstrate advanced independent thought, self-reflection, ethics and integrity.
Social and environmental responsibility
Consider, in relation to your discipline, the potential significance of the principles underpinning both the Treaty of Waitangi and sustainability as it applies to land and property.
Where could this programme take you?
An MProp prepares you for an exciting range of career opportunities.
Jobs related to this programme
- Investment manager
- Market researcher
- Property consultant
- Property developer
- Property financier
- Property manager
- Property portfolio fund manager
- Property valuer
Student career planning service
Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.
Our Business School ASB Careers Centre will help get your career in business off to a strong start. You can access programmes, workshops and one-on-one support. You will be given opportunities to network with employers to increase your knowledge of the local business environment. Visit the Business School ASB Careers Centre.
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