Master of Management (Journalism)

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for postgraduate programs usually need a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. The entry requirement may specify a minimum score of 50% or higher in the previous academic degree.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with no band below 6.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 90 with no individual section below 19.
• PTE: Overall score of 58, with a minimum of 50 in each section.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Massey University in New Zealand is supporting the academic aspirations of international students through various scholarship opportunities. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, support students in need, and foster a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

International Excellence Scholarships: Massey University offers International Excellence Scholarships aimed at high-achieving international students. These scholarships recognize outstanding academic performance and provide financial assistance to recipients pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate studies at the university.

Vice-Chancellor's High Achiever Scholarship: This prestigious scholarship is awarded to international students who demonstrate exceptional academic abilities and leadership qualities. Recipients receive financial support to aid their educational expenses during their time at Massey University.

College-Specific Scholarships: Several colleges within Massey University offer specific scholarships tailored to students in various fields of study. These scholarships often target excellence in a particular discipline or support students facing financial constraints.

Accommodation Scholarships: To assist international students with accommodation expenses, the university provides specific scholarships or grants dedicated to supporting students residing in on-campus accommodations.

External Funding Opportunities: Massey University encourages international students to explore external funding sources, including government scholarships, non-profit organizations, and private sponsors. The university provides guidance and support to students in seeking out these external funding opportunities.

Graduates from Massey University's Master of Management (Journalism) program possess a unique blend of journalistic skills and managerial expertise, enabling them to pursue various career paths within the journalism and media management domain.

Editorial Manager: Graduates can work as editorial managers, overseeing newsroom operations, content creation, and managing editorial teams to ensure high-quality journalistic output.

Digital Media Manager: Graduates can pursue roles as digital media managers, responsible for developing and implementing digital strategies for media organizations, focusing on online content and engagement.

Media Relations Manager: Graduates can work as media relations managers, handling communication strategies, press releases, and fostering relationships between organizations and media outlets.

Newsroom Director: Graduates can become newsroom directors, responsible for strategic planning, budgeting, and managing day-to-day newsroom operations in media organizations.

Content Strategist: Graduates can specialize in content strategy, developing and implementing content plans, optimizing audience engagement, and utilizing analytics for content improvement.

Media Consultant: Graduates can work as media consultants, advising organizations on media-related matters, such as public relations, crisis management, and media ethics.

Digital Marketing Manager: Graduates can pivot to roles in digital marketing, leveraging their media knowledge for managing digital campaigns and content marketing strategies.

Journalism Educator: Graduates can pursue teaching roles in journalism and media schools, sharing their expertise and knowledge with aspiring journalists.