University of Otago School of Business

The Program

The Otago MBA is an academically rigorous full-time programme with a focus on managerial relevance, practical application and personal development.

Based in the vibrant university city of Dunedin, The Otago MBA captures the adventurous spirit of New Zealand.

You will be part of a select group of highly motivated achievers from a diverse range of cultures and industry sectors working together in a supportive and collaborative environment. Our small class sizes ensure a large degree of personal mentoring and guidance from staff and peers.

Otago’s reputation for academic rigor and dual accreditation (EFMD EQUIS & AACSB) earned its place alongside the most famous and influential schools in North America and Europe, and so the Otago MBA began the 21st Century ranked in the Top 100 MBA Programmes worldwide.

The Otago MBA offers a broad foundation across all aspects of business and provides the forum for students to self-actualise, stretch personal boundaries and add value to their future careers. The programme offers:
- Experienced and highly respected teaching staff
- Guest speakers and visiting academic faculty
- Links to the business community
- Business consulting project
- International exchange programme
- Career coaching and placement services

Graduates of The Otago MBA should be able to
- Identify ethical issues in business, government and society, and have the capacity to deal with these issues in their personal and professional lives
- Communicate effectively in verbal, written and group contexts to a professional standard
- Identify, manage and assess the emotions of themselves, others and of groups of people they interact with
- Embrace and drive positive change and welcome reasonable risks inherent in this
- Accept and value diversity including a variety of cultures and perspectives
- Lead and participate in teams, manage, persuade and influence others to achieve positive change
- Be a reflective, critical thinker and have the motivation and skill to be a lifelong learner
- Locate, evaluate and use information to make effective decisions
- Understand and use contemporary business theory and practice effectively

- January Intake

- 16-month challenging and interactive programme

- Internationally accredited

- Business consulting project

- International exchange option

- Career coaching and placement services

The Faculty

Teacher's on our programmes are drawn from three main areas - Otago's School of Business, overseas academic institutions, and national business practitioners.

Otago's School of Business
The Otago School of Business boasts more than 200 full time faculty, approximately 40% of which are international

Overseas Academic Institutions
Additionally faculty are regularly brought in from overseas academic institutions. This enriches the diversity of the faculty as a whole and ensures Otago students are exposed to the leading minds in their respective fields

National Business Practitioners
The academic faculty of the School is supported and complemented by a number of additional contributors from within the business community. These business professionals are vital in keeping the programme relevant, practical and meeting the needs of global business

Entry Requirements

- 3+ years work experience
- Undergraduate Degree or sufficient experience
- GMAT Score of 550+
- English Language Proficiency

Please note it is not required that you have all of this together when you lodge your interest. Please refer to our Application Procedure

Application Procedure

We know the decision to undertake an MBA is a life-changing step - often with huge implications for both your career and your family – and requires a great deal of time and thought. With this in mind, The Otago MBA has developed a customised approach to programme application which is designed to streamline the process for you

1st Step
Send your Curriculum Vitae to mbainfo@otago.ac.nz introducing yourself. Following this we will contact you to make arrangements for an informal discussion around your needs and what our programme can offer you
Please do this before the 30th of September if you are an International Student

2nd Step
Based on these discussions, we may then offer you a formal interview, followed by a conditional place on our programme provided you meet our rigorous entry requirements. The conditional place on the programme will be tailored to your individual needs and may include personal references, official academic transcripts, a satisfactory GMAT score and proof of your English language proficiency.

3rd Step
When all conditions are met, you will be given a formal and unconditional offer to our programme.

Tuition and Fees

Programme Fees for 2010 have not yet been set.
The following figures are an indication of the fees for 2009:
NZ$36,000.00 (incl. GST) for International Students
NZ$27,844.00 (incl. GST) for Domestic Students

Financial Aid

SCHOLARSHIPS;

The University of Otago have a number of scholarships which you are encouraged to investigate

There are also scholarships available through the QS World MBA Tour if you met us at one of these tours

The Otago MBA is accredited with New Zealand Vice-Chancellor's Committee (NZVCC). Prospective MBA Students looking for financial aid can contact the NZVCC for assistance; one scholarship in particular that may be of interest is the Willian Georgetti Scholarship

BreakOut is New Zealand's primary source of funding information for students and those wanting professional development. BreakOut holds details of over 2200 funding schemes. It is a searchable database that will give you the best matches of scholarships, awards and grants you are eligible for in terms of criteria, level of study and discipline along with closing dates, application requirements and contact details.

Please contact us if you would like further assistance

Location

Dunedin, New Zealand's educational capital is located on New Zealand's lower South Island and is home to approximately 120,000 people. A university city, it offers a diverse range of cultural, historical and modern attractions for locals, tourists and students.

One of the first things students notice is how easy it is to get around town. The vibrant city center has evolved as the University has grown, meaning that today pubs, cafes and restaurants line the main street and surrounding areas - all of which are within easy walk of campus.

A coastal city, Dunedin is surrounded by a captivating natural environment and is a gateway to some of New Zealand's most spectacular scenery, outdoor experiences and wildlife. Popular destinations all within a few hours drive.

New Zealand is a multicultural society that embraces and celebrates the richness and diversity of people who choose to make New Zealand their home

Accommodation

The School of Business is situated on the eastern side of campus, just 10 minutes walk from the city center. A bonus of studying in Dunedin is that the cost of living is relatively inexpensive.

There is a wide range of accommodation options for Otago MBA students but most students choose to rent houses or flats. The average cost of renting a three-bedroom house in Dunedin is much lower than compared to Auckland or other metropolitan New Zealand cities. Many Dunedin houses are situated on reasonable sized sections, have off-street parking or garaging and a view of the harbor or ocean. Alternatively, there is a range of University accommodation options for postgraduate students including Abbey College which also have facilities for couples.

As a rough guide - we would recommend that you budget about NZ$12,000 - NZ$20,000 for living expenses in Dunedin depending upon your lifestyle. For more information contact any of our team.