Master of Philosophy International Management (Research)

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 60% 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 21.
• 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.

The University of Waikato in New Zealand offers a range of scholarships specifically tailored to support international students pursuing their academic aspirations. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and assist students in overcoming financial barriers to education.

International Excellence Scholarship: This merit-based scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international students enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate programs at the University of Waikato. The scholarship covers a portion of tuition fees and is renewable based on academic performance.

International Bursary: The International Bursary aims to support outstanding students by providing a financial contribution toward tuition fees for the first year of study at the university. It is available to eligible international students undertaking full-time undergraduate or postgraduate studies.

Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme: This prestigious scholarship program is designed for exceptional international students who demonstrate leadership potential and excel academically. Recipients receive financial assistance along with additional support for leadership development and networking opportunities.

Pacific Excellence Scholarship: Dedicated to students from Pacific countries, this scholarship recognizes academic achievement and provides financial support to cover a portion of tuition fees for selected undergraduate or postgraduate programs.

Country-Specific Scholarships: The University of Waikato offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships vary in criteria and eligibility, aiming to support students from diverse backgrounds and nationalities.

Research Scholarships: For international students pursuing research degrees (Ph.D. or Master's by Research), the university offers various scholarships to support their research endeavors. These scholarships provide financial assistance, allowing students to focus on their studies and contribute to groundbreaking research initiatives at the university.

Graduates from the Master of Philosophy in International Management (Research) program at the University of Waikato have diverse career pathways in sectors that value advanced expertise in international business and management.

International Business Consultant: Professionals can work as international business consultants, providing strategic advice, market analysis, and guidance to companies seeking to expand globally or navigate international markets.

Global Marketing Manager: Graduates may pursue careers as global marketing managers, overseeing international marketing campaigns, market entry strategies, and brand management in multinational corporations.

International Trade Specialist: Professionals can work as international trade specialists, facilitating trade agreements, managing import-export operations, and navigating regulatory compliance in global markets.

Cross-Cultural HR Manager: Graduates may become cross-cultural HR managers, handling global talent acquisition, intercultural training, and managing diverse teams in multinational organizations.

International Financial Analyst: Professionals can work as international financial analysts, analyzing global financial markets, conducting risk assessments, and advising on investment strategies for multinational firms.

Global Supply Chain Manager: Graduates may pursue careers as global supply chain managers, overseeing logistics, procurement, and distribution networks for international companies.

International Business Development Manager: Professionals can work as business development managers, identifying new business opportunities, negotiating partnerships, and expanding market presence globally.

International Operations Manager: Graduates may become international operations managers, managing cross-border operations, optimizing efficiency, and ensuring compliance with international standards.

Global Strategy Consultant: Professionals can work as global strategy consultants, advising on corporate strategies, mergers, acquisitions, and expansion plans for multinational corporations.

International Economist/Policy Analyst: Graduates may work as international economists or policy analysts, contributing insights for governments, international organizations, or think tanks on global economic policies, trade agreements, and geopolitical issues.