Management
You’ll develop the cultural awareness and critical thinking skills you need to analyze and produce a broad range of discourse in a full spectrum of careers — and to make a difference in whatever you do.
- 2 Years / Onsite
- Intakes: Jan, Apr, Jun, Oct
Overview
Management at Auckland Royal Academy develops the leadership capabilities, strategic thinking, and organisational knowledge needed to manage teams and organisations effectively in New Zealand's dynamic business environment. The programme covers organisational behaviour, human resource management, strategic management, operations, project management, and leadership development, producing graduates who are ready to take on management responsibility from the first day of their careers.
The programme uses case-based teaching, management simulations, and consulting projects with Auckland organisations to develop your ability to diagnose management challenges, apply relevant frameworks, and recommend practical solutions. Leadership development workshops, 360-degree feedback exercises, and mentorship from experienced New Zealand managers build the self-awareness and interpersonal skills that distinguish effective leaders.
Career Opportunities
Management graduates from Auckland Royal Academy work as operations managers, project managers, HR managers, general managers, and team leaders across New Zealand's service, manufacturing, healthcare, and public sectors. Many progress rapidly to senior management roles, and a significant number go on to postgraduate management qualifications including the MBA to further accelerate their leadership careers.
Program Learning Outcomes
Apply strategic management frameworks — including SWOT analysis, balanced scorecard, and Porter's competitive strategy models — to diagnose organisational challenges and develop evidence-based management recommendations.
Demonstrate human resource management competencies including talent acquisition, performance management, organisational culture development, and employment law compliance relevant to New Zealand's employment relations environment.
Lead diverse teams with cultural intelligence and ethical integrity, applying situational leadership theory, conflict resolution skills, and change management principles to build high-performing and inclusive organisational cultures.
Programme
| Semester 1 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Management | 4 | MGMT 101 |
| Foundations & Theory | 4 | MGMT 110 |
| Research Methods | 3 | MGMT 120 |
| Semester 2 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Applied Management I | 4 | MGMT 201 |
| Professional Practice | 3 | MGMT 210 |
| Industry Context NZ | 4 | MGMT 220 |
| Semester 3 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Applied Management II | 4 | MGMT 301 |
| Critical Perspectives | 3 | MGMT 310 |
| Ethics & Standards | 3 | MGMT 320 |
| Semester 4 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Management | 4 | MGMT 401 |
| Specialisation Elective | 3 | MGMT 410 |
| Management Capstone Project | 4 | MGMT 490 |
| Total for the entire period of study | 11 |
Contact us
3/60 Federal Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
How to Apply?
- You Apply
Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll help with the rest. Our convenient online application tool only takes 10 minutes to complete.
- We Connect
After you submit your application, an admissions representative will contact you and will help you to complete the process.
- You Get Ready
Once you’ve completed your application and connected with an admissions representative, you’re ready to create your schedule.