University
Massey UniversityThis course is available
Online, On-Campus
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
If you are a graduate that wants to study selected courses in business, the Postgraduate Certificate in Business (PGCertBus) may be suitable for you.
Our lecturers are actively researching, bringing the most relevant developments in business theory and practice to your study.
The PGCertBus can be completed in 1 semester of full-time study or by part-time study over a longer period.
The qualification is generally awarded without endorsement.
After completing the PGCertBus you could move on to a Postgraduate Diploma in Business, or master’s qualifications.
Want to continue to an Executive MBA?The qualification does offer an endorsement in Business Administration. This endorsement is intended for students who wish to continue on to the Executive MBA, and it has more prescribed courses and entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Admission to MasseyAll students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
Specific requirementsTo enter the Postgraduate Certificate in Business you will have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor’s degree, with a minimum B- grade average in the highest level courses.
You will need to provide copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
Entry to the Postgraduate Certificate in Business (Business Administration) has different requirements. Please see the Postgraduate Certificate in Business (Business Administration) page for information.
Prior learning, credit and exemptionsFor information on prior learning, exemptions and transfer of credit or other questions:
If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.
Maximum time limits for completionThere are maximum time limits to complete some undergraduate and all postgraduate qualifications. If you do not complete within the maximum time, you may be required to re-apply for the qualification if you wish to continue your studies.
More informationTo understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.
You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Postgraduate Certificates.
Returning studentsFor returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.
In some cases the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the Massey University Calendar.
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