University
The University of WaikatoPostgraduate Certificate in Management
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
Duration
6 months
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Hamilton Campus
Summary
Kickstart your career as a professional advisor or manager with this short qualification, specialising in either Agribusiness, Business Analytics, Project Management, or Supply Chain Management.
A Postgraduate Certificate in Management is a fast, focused way to boost your career.
This 60-point qualification is ideal for busy professionals looking to upskill quickly and make a measurable impact on their organisations.
You will specialise in either Agribusiness, Business Analytics, Project Management, or Supply Chain Management.
In just four months (one trimester of full-time study), you'll gain valuable management skills along with advanced specialist knowledge that can be applied immediately at work - without the longer time commitment of a full master's degree.
The PGCertMgmt is a smart choice for those who want targeted, career-relevant learning. However, if you do change your mind and decide to extend your studies, it's easy to transfer into the Master of Management programme later on.
Entry criteria
To be admitted to the Postgraduate Certificate in Management, you must have:
- A bachelor’s degree from the University of Waikato, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university; OR
- relevant training, experience and ability to proceed with the programme.
- satisfied the prerequisites for graduate study in the subject being taken for the Postgraduate Certificate in Management.
OR
You meet the criteria for entry based on academic merit and relevant experience, subject to the completion of any qualifying papers prescribed by the Academic Board. This is considered on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of Waikato Management School.
To be admitted to the Postgraduate Certificate in Management, you must have:
- A bachelor’s degree from the University of Waikato, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university; OR
- relevant training, experience and ability to proceed with the programme.
- satisfied the prerequisites for graduate study in the subject being taken for the Postgraduate Certificate in Management.
OR
You meet the criteria for entry based on academic merit and relevant experience, subject to the completion of any qualifying papers prescribed by the Academic Board. This is considered on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of Waikato Management School.
English language requirementsInternational students must meet the English language requirements for postgraduate programmes.
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