Please note: the course content for this qualification is under review in 2026, some paper may be added or removed for 2027 delivery. We will update the information as soon as possible.
Returning students/learners will not be disadvantaged by the changes. If papers you have already completed are not in the new programme schedule, they will still be recognised towards the qualification.
Compulsory papers– complete all of the following:
MGT607 Employment Relations (15 Credits)
This paper explores the theoretical and practical dimensions of employment relations, focusing on legislation, dispute resolution, and contemporary employment systems within New Zealand and global contexts.
On successful completion of this paper, students will be able to:
- Critically examine employment relations theory and contemporary employment systems.
- Apply employment-related legislation in an organisational context.
- Evaluate the processes and institutions involved in dispute resolution and negotiation, and propose strategies to address employment relations issues.
MGT702 Research Methodology (15 credits)
This paper will introduce students to the knowledge and skills required to undertake academic research. It will cover research skills, research methodologies, gathering and presenting primary and secondary information and data, ethical considerations, and the literature review process.
On successful completion of this paper, students will be able to:
- Select a suitable topic on which to base a research project, or similar piece of written work, and identify any possible ethical issues.
- Source and critically analyse suitable secondary research from a variety of sources both online and in hard copy and select a methodology for gathering primary data.
- Understand the requirements of a ‘literature review’ and how to construct this using an appropriate referencing style.
- Write a proposal to complete a research project, or similar, outlining how all the key elements will be met within a specified timeframe.
MGT709 Relationships, Influence and Leadership (15 credits)
This paper presents insights to enable students to recognise their role in influencing decision makers and understand how to use influential tactics.
On successful completion of this paper, students will be able to:
- Analyse and evaluate a range of perspectives on leadership relevant to different management levels within organisational and situational contexts
- Evaluate the influence of a range of factors on leadership
- Apply leadership contemporary knowledge and skills to the management of change
- Critically evaluate their current leadership abilities, strengths and weaknesses, and create their own leadership development plan
MGT710 Advanced Human Resource Management (15 credits)
Students will develop an understanding of the ways in which Human Resource Management supports an organisation in achieving its strategic goals.
On successful completion of this paper, students will be able to:
- Critically assess demographic trends in Aotearoa/New Zealand’s workforce and the implications for organisations and the Human Resource function.
- Design a recruitment and selection process linked to an organisation’s human resource strategy and business strategy.
- Evaluate current approaches to employee professional development and assess how they support an organisation in meeting its strategic objectives.
- Critique current schools of thought in the area of reward and discuss the link between business strategy and reward.
MGT723 The Dynamics of Employment Relations (15 credits)
In this paper students will critically examine employment regulations and institutions in New Zealand. The paper uses contemporary issues to explore the genesis and shaping of legislation through the socio/political policy making process. The role and impact of policy, regulations and legislation on parties to the employment relationship is also explored.
On successful completion of this paper, students will be able to:
- Critically analyse the key elements and dynamics of the employment relationship.
- Research and evaluate the current legislative framework covering employment relations in Aotearoa/New Zealand.
- Critically assess the relationship between employment relations outcomes, enterprise performance and the demands of a global economy
- Critically discuss the legal requirements for the human resource management function related to current employment legislation.
MGT724 Management Skills for a Diverse Workforce (15 credits)
This paper is designed to provide students with an understanding of the increasing importance of diversity in organisations. We study a range of theories and focus on how to apply those theories to real-world situations. This paper emphasises the development of the skills and knowledge required for successful managerial performance in diverse organisations. It focuses on such areas as developing self-awareness, creative problem-solving, supportive communication, the use of power and influence, motivation techniques, and managing conflict.
On successful completion of this paper, students will be able to:
- Critically analyse leadership and management theories and assess their application or relevance in culturally diverse workplaces.
- Critically evaluate common skills required for managerial effectiveness within diverse environments.
- Research and evaluate the dynamics of human behaviour to assess their impact on the effective management of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Critically evaluate your own values, behaviours and perceptions to understand how they influence your interpersonal behaviour and organisational practice.
MGT736 Managing Business with Artificial Intelligence (15 credits)
This paper introduces students to the strategic use of artificial intelligence in business and explores how AI can improve performance, support innovation, and be used responsibly to create a competitive advantage.
On successful completion of this paper, students will be able to:
- Analyse potential strategic applications of artificial intelligence to enhance organisational performance, including efficiency, productivity, decision-making, and customer experience.
- Critically assess the ethical, legal, and social implications of implementing AI solutions within organisational contexts.
- Evaluate an organisation’s strategies, resources and capabilities to integrate AI solutions into business operations.
Elective paper- complete one of the following elective papers:
MGT608 Organisational Behaviour (15 credits)
This paper provides an understanding of organisational and motivational theories and the application of these in the development of internal and external environmental analyses for an organisation.
On successful completion of this paper, students will be able to:
- Analyse the behaviour of individuals and groups in organisations in terms of key factors that influence organisational behaviour.
- Assess the potential effects of organisational-level factors on organisational behaviour.
- Critically evaluate the potential effects of important developments in the external environment on organisational behaviour.
- Analyse organisational behavioural issues in the context of organisational behaviour theories, models and concepts.
MGT609 Change Management (15 credits)
This paper provides an understanding of change management and the managing of the change process within an organisational context, supported by an understanding of leadership theory and solvency analysis in relation to management in organisations.
On successful completion of this paper, students will be able to:
- Debate current schools of thought that contribute to change management in organisations.
- Examine methods for managing the change process in an organisation.
- Analyse the relationship of leadership theory in organisational management.
- Demonstrate and apply knowledge of organisational change theory in a business environment.
MGT611 Health and Safety in Employment (15 credits)
This paper provides students with foundational knowledge of workplace health and safety and responsibilities in workplace contexts. It focuses on developing the skills to source, analyse and communicate health, safety and wellbeing information, apply relevant legislation, and evaluate strategies that reduce the incident and severity of work-related injury and illness in New Zealand workplaces.
On successful completion of this paper, students will be able to:
- Identify and analyse sources of internal and external workplace health, safety, and wellbeing information, including evaluating data source quality and reliability.
- Present relevant health and safety data to assist in strategic planning and performance measurement.
- Apply strategies to reduce the incidence and severity of work-related injury and illness within a specific organisation.
- Develop and apply engagement strategies to communicate health, safety and wellbeing information to stakeholders (internal and external) at all levels of a specific organisation.
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