Overview

In a society that's obsessed with all things smart and mobile, organisations that fail to keep pace with the latest digital technologies will become increasingly irrelevant.

If you're keen to pursue a career as a tech-savvy manager or consultant, this Digital Business course from the University of Waikato will equip you to lead digital transformation projects and strategies for organisations to help them keep pace with where the business world is going.

You will discover how to harness the power of digital technologies to revolutionise an organisation's business operations - to boost profits, optimise performance, and engage in new ways with customers or suppliers.

Career opportunities

Digital business manager

Business analyst

Systems developer

Web systems manager

User experience manager

Digital marketing specialist

Product architect

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Digital Business Management

Applied Research Methods and Project

Contemporary Issues in Digital Business

Professional Field Internship

E-Enabled Agile Supply Chains

Advanced Advertising Strategy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-17 00:00:00

More details

Applications submitted after the deadline may be accepted if space is available.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

56

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

120 or 180 (depending on previous qualification)

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Hamilton, New Zealand

Disciplines

Business Administration Entrepreneurship View 30 other Masters in Business Administration in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

56

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

You are eligible to apply for the Master of Digital Business (180 points) if you have:

completed a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject area, such as business/commerce/management, or information technology/computer science; AND

achieved at least a B-minus grade average across the 300 level papers for your entry qualification; AND

satisfied the requirements for graduate study in this subject at levels considered appropriate by the Academic Board.

You are eligible to apply for the Master of Digital Business (120 points) if you have:

completed an Honours degree (at least second class honours second division) or a Postgraduate Diploma in a relevant subject area, such as business/commerce/management, or information technology/computer science; AND

achieved at least a B grade average for your entry qualification

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

39840 NZD / year

≈ 39840 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9640 NZD / year

≈ 9640 NZD / year

Additional Details

Domestic: $9,640 - $14,459 per programme

International: $39,840 (120 pts) $59,760 (180 pts)

Living costs

Hamilton

New Zealand

1470 - 2020 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

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Funding

Scholarships Information

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