Master of Business - Supply Chain Management in Hamilton New Zealand | University of Waikato

Position yourself as tomorrow's business leader and excel in your field by mastering a specialized area. The Master of Business (MBus) is a research-intensive graduate program formerly known as the Master of Management Studies (MMS). This program is perfect if you aim to fast-track your career by deepening your knowledge in a business or management discipline that excites you, or if you're preparing for doctoral studies or a research-focused profession.
The Master of Business (MBus) will immerse you in cutting-edge knowledge within your chosen specialization, equipping you for leadership positions demanding advanced analytical and critical thinking skills.
The program generally combines coursework with a research component (minimum 30 credits), though you can opt for a full 120-credit research thesis instead.
Typically, all coursework aligns with your undergraduate major specialization.
If you hold an honors degree or postgraduate diploma in a related field, you may qualify to complete the Master of Business with just 120 credits instead of 180. Explore the available specializations in the degree planners below.
Gain insights from faculty members with strong research ties and industry connections to global corporations, NGOs, and government agencies.
Earning your Master of Business creates a solid foundation for pursuing a PhD in the future.
Master of Business
Supply Chain Management
The MBus requires completion of 180 credits total. A minimum of 120 credits must be in your specialization area, including at least 30 research credits (dissertation or thesis). You may take up to 60 credits outside your primary field of study.