University
University of CanterburyExecutive Master of Business Administration
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
5 years and 18 months
Next start date
Expected Aug 2026
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
The University of Canterbury's hybrid Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) is designed for experienced professionals who want to broaden their perspective, strengthen their leadership capability, and lead with greater impact.
The programme has strong business collaborations and industry co-teaching, making it the most industry engaged EMBA in New Zealand. With real-world case studies and projects, you gain practical insights that you can apply directly to your work environment. Learn more about the UC EMBA.
Classes can be accessed either in-person or virtually, with key in-person touchpoints, so you gain the benefit of collaborating and developing connections in the classroom.
Get a globally recognised EMBA qualification from the triple crown accredited UC Business School. The UC EMBA is accredited by AMBA, the global standard for MBAs. Learn more about our accreditations.
Course Subjects- MBAM601 Digital Transformation and Technology Preparedness
- MBAM603 Innovation by Design
- MBAM604 Future Focused Strategy
- MBAM610 Agile and Innovation-driven Leadership
- MBAM615 Managerial Finance, Accounting and Governance
- MBAM620 Creative Challenge
- MBAM622 Marketing and Strategic Intelligence
- MBAM623 Business Sustainability and Economic Decision-making
- MBAM680 Consulting Project
- MBAM621 Inernational Study Tour
- MBAM630 Global Business: Advocacy, Influencing and Negotiating
Entry criteria
To enter the Executive Master of Business Administration at UC, students must be approved by the Dean of Business or delegate, who will consider the relevance and standard of previous studies and experience.
Any bachelor's degree, or the Postgraduate Diploma in Executive Business Administration, must have been completed with a B grade average, and at least five years' work experience at an appropriate level is required.
A special application is also required to enrol - see 'How to apply' below.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, use the admission requirements checker.
How to applySee the EMBA application process for details of entry requirements and start dates.
See Admission and Enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
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