Master of Quality Systems

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 of Massey University's Master of Quality Systems program possess specialized skills in quality management, process improvement, and organizational efficiency, positioning them for diverse career opportunities across industries focusing on quality assurance and management.

Quality Assurance Manager: Careers involve overseeing quality control processes, developing quality standards, and ensuring compliance with regulations in industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, or technology.

Process Improvement Specialist: Graduates can work as process improvement specialists, identifying inefficiencies, implementing Lean Six Sigma methodologies, and optimizing organizational processes to enhance productivity and quality.

Quality Systems Analyst: Careers involve analyzing and evaluating quality systems, recommending improvements, and implementing quality assurance strategies in organizations across various sectors.

Operations Manager: Graduates can pursue roles as operations managers, overseeing operational processes, implementing quality initiatives, and ensuring efficient workflows within organizations.

Supply Chain Quality Coordinator: Careers involve managing quality control processes throughout the supply chain, ensuring product quality and compliance with standards in logistics or manufacturing industries.

Consultant in Quality Management: Graduates can work as quality management consultants, providing expertise to organizations seeking to enhance their quality systems, implement best practices, and achieve industry certifications.

Compliance Specialist/Auditor: Careers involve conducting quality audits, assessing compliance with quality standards, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements in various industries.

Quality Control Analyst: Graduates can work as quality control analysts, conducting testing, analyzing data, and ensuring product quality in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food production, or manufacturing.

Continuous Improvement Manager: Careers involve leading continuous improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of quality and innovation, and driving sustainable improvements within organizations.

Healthcare Quality Coordinator: Graduates can specialize in healthcare quality, ensuring patient safety, implementing quality improvement programs, and maintaining compliance with healthcare standards in hospitals or healthcare organizations.

Quality Training Specialist: Careers involve designing and delivering training programs related to quality management, ensuring staff competency in implementing quality systems within organizations.

Research and Development Manager: Graduates can pursue roles in research and development, overseeing the development of new products, processes, or technologies with a focus on quality assurance and improvement.