Master of Science [M.Sc] (Digital Business)

at University of Waikato

Our students complete a professional industry internship where you'll work on real projects at an organisation of your choice for 8-13 weeks, either in New Zealand or overseas. The internship is designed to kick-start your career by giving you hands-on experience that is sought after by employers, and will help solidify your knowledge base.

In this degree, you'll explore exciting topics such as: cloud computing, big data, mobile computing, beacon technology, gamification, business intelligence, real-time analytics, global marketing and social media, IT consumerisation, location-based services, supply chain integration, automated logistics, e-government business services, search technology, and virtual team communication.
 

For the Master of Digital Business, you will normally complete a total of 180 points at 500-level, depending on your entry qualification. This includes four required papers, plus 2-3 elective papers.
 

Required papers - Hamilton and online
 

Note: Students are expected to find their own host organisation; however we can offer assistance if needed.
Your internship may be completed in New Zealand or another country.
 

• DIGIB555 (HAM) Digital Business Management (30 points)

• DIGIB558 (HAM) Contemporary Issues in Digital Business (30 points)

• DIGIB519 (NET) Professional Field Internship (30 points)

• DIGIB552 (NET) Applied Research Methods and Project (30 points)
   

Elective papers - Hamilton and online
 

Choose at least 60 points from the following papers:

• DIGIB559 (NET) E-Business Technologies (15 points)

• INMGT517 (NET) Current Issues in International Management (30 points)

• INMGT588 (NET) International Business Strategy (30 points)

• LCOMM502 (NET) Managing Virtual Team Communication (15 points)

• MRKTG552 (NET) Advanced Advertising Strategy (30 points)

• SCMGT577 (HAM) E-Enabled Agile Supply Chains (30 points)

• STMGT502 (HAM) Strategic Innovation (15 points)

• STMGT503 (HAM) Entrepreneurship, Theory and Practice (15 points)
   

Notes:
 

• Other 500-Level elective papers from another subject will be considered and approved on a case by case basis.

• Please be aware that some papers may have prerequisites, which are papers that you must have completed first.

• Entry to each 500-Level paper in your MDigiBus programme requires approval of the Qualification Convenor, Dr Karyn Rastrick.

We encourage applications from a wide range of graduates in all subject disciplines. Even if you don't meet the criteria below, please talk to us to discuss your options, as all applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

•  You are eligible to apply for the Master of Digital Business (180 points) if you have:

• - completed a bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject area, such as business/commerce/management, or information technology/computer science.

• - achieved at least a B-minus grade average for your entry qualification.

•  You are eligible to apply for the Master of Digital Business (120 points) if you have:

• - completed an honours degree or postgraduate diploma in a relevant subject area, such as business/commerce/management, or information technology/computer science.

• - achieved at least a B-minus grade average for your entry qualification.

•  If you don't meet the criteria above, you may still be considered for admission to the Master of Digital Business based on academic merit or relevant work experience. 
   

This degree consists of either:
 

• a dissertation and coursework

• coursework only
   

This degree can be either in the same area as your undergraduate study or in a new area of study.
 

Depending on your previous study and chosen subject, a masters may take one, one and a half, or two years to complete.
 

A recognised bachelors degree with a B/B+ average, and a B/B+ average in a relevant subject if required.
 

Some Faculties/Schools require an honours degree (to demonstrate research capacity). Where the above requirements are not met, further study in a lower level programme may be required first.
 

To provide flexibility to students during COVID-19 who are affected by the closure of testing centres, the University of Waikato will accept the following alternative tests for all 2021 and 2022 intakes. Please note this policy is subject to review.
 

• IELTS Indicator (this is an online version of the regular IELTS test)

• TOEFL iBT Home (Plus) (this is an online version of the regular TOEFL test)

• Duolingo English Test (DET) with the following scores:

  • DET score of 90 for pre-degree programmes (IELTS 5.5 equivalent)

  • DET score of 100 for undergraduate programmes (excluding those listed below)

  • DET score of 110 for postgraduate programmes (excluding doctoral programmes)
     

The University of Waikato will accept Duolingo (DET) as an alternative means of meeting the English language entry requirements for the majority of its programmes (excluding all Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programmes, BSW and LLB) while test centres remain closed and until further notice.

Students who are accepted into their programme using any of the three language tests named above will be issued an unconditional offer, but will be required to undertake a supplementary online language assessment. For doctoral students using DET to gain admission, you will be required to undertake a supplementary assessment prior to an offer being issued.
 

If you are an international student, you will also need to meet an English language entry requirement. If you do not meet the requirement for your chosen postgraduate qualification, we have Academic English Language programmes available that you can enrol in to help you meet these entry requirements.
 

For admission to the Master of Teaching and Learning (MTchgLn) an academic IELTS overall score of 7.0 (with no less than 7.0 in any band) is required.
 

Equivalent qualifications
 

If you have successfully completed study in the English medium, you may not have to take a language test. This document also includes all approved alternatives to our IELTS requirements.

This degree consists of either:

• a dissertation and coursework

• coursework only
   

This degree can be either in the same area as your undergraduate study or in a new area of study.
 

Depending on your previous study and chosen subject, a masters may take one, one and a half, or two years to complete.
 

A recognised bachelors degree with a B/B+ average, and a B/B+ average in a relevant subject if required.
 

Some Faculties/Schools require an honours degree (to demonstrate research capacity). Where the above requirements are not met, further study in a lower level programme may be required first.
 

To provide flexibility to students during COVID-19 who are affected by the closure of testing centres, the University of Waikato will accept the following alternative tests for all 2021 and 2022 intakes. Please note this policy is subject to review.
 

• IELTS Indicator (this is an online version of the regular IELTS test)

• TOEFL iBT Home (Plus) (this is an online version of the regular TOEFL test)

• Duolingo English Test (DET) with the following scores:

  • DET score of 90 for pre-degree programmes (IELTS 5.5 equivalent)

  • DET score of 100 for undergraduate programmes (excluding those listed below)

  • DET score of 110 for postgraduate programmes (excluding doctoral programmes)
     

The University of Waikato will accept Duolingo (DET) as an alternative means of meeting the English language entry requirements for the majority of its programmes (excluding all Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programmes, BSW and LLB) while test centres remain closed and until further notice.

Students who are accepted into their programme using any of the three language tests named above will be issued an unconditional offer, but will be required to undertake a supplementary online language assessment. For doctoral students using DET to gain admission, you will be required to undertake a supplementary assessment prior to an offer being issued.
 

If you are an international student, you will also need to meet an English language entry requirement. If you do not meet the requirement for your chosen postgraduate qualification, we have Academic English Language programmes available that you can enrol in to help you meet these entry requirements.
 

For admission to the Master of Teaching and Learning (MTchgLn) an academic IELTS overall score of 7.0 (with no less than 7.0 in any band) is required.
 

Equivalent qualifications
 

If you have successfully completed study in the English medium, you may not have to take a language test. This document also includes all approved alternatives to our IELTS requirements.

Estimated Fees* (International):    2022: $32,400 (120 pts); $48,600 (180 pts) per programme

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