Master of Technology Innovation in Business

Business & Management

Combine your technical expertise with business and leadership skills in the Master of Technology Innovation in Business and become a future-focused leader equipped to drive technology-led innovation in today's evolving business environment.

NZ$11,328

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NZQA Level 9 Certification (180 Credits)

Study Level

Post Grad

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Hamilton, Hamilton

It will take a total of 1 year

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Management in dynamic entrepreneurial environments

Develop a strong understanding of how to manage in business environments characterised by rapid technological change and innovation.

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Analysis and evaluation of new technologies

Gain the ability to analyse and evaluate new technologies, systems, and services to identify economic and business opportunities.

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Value creation through innovation

Learn to create, deliver, and capture value from innovation using broad-based business and technical skills.

What You're Signing Up For

This 180-point master's programme is designed to bridge the gap between technology and business. It equips students with multidisciplinary skills in areas such as strategy, finance, human resources, leadership, and marketing. The course is ideal for technical specialists or managers seeking to transition to or advance in technology-driven business roles. The curriculum blends coursework and a significant industry internship for real-world experience, fostering graduates who can create value from innovation, lead teams, and harness technology for organisational success.

Course Content

  • Managing Innovation and Value Creation
  • Commercialising a New Venture
  • Preparing for Internship
  • Elective Management & Business papers (Communication & Collaboration, Leadership & Change Management, Marketing Strategy, Intercultural Perspectives on Organisations)
  • Elective Innovation & Technology papers (Frontiers in Medical Biotechnology, Molecular Biotechnology, Information Technology, Industrial Technology and Innovation)
  • Supervised Industry Internship

What you need to know first

A bachelor's degree with at least a B- grade average across the 300 level papers

OR completion of the University of Waikato Diploma in Postgraduate Preparation – Pre-Masters with at least a B grade average across 300 level papers

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Business and Management

  • Technology Innovation

  • Entrepreneurship

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Entrepreneur/Startup Founder

  • Strategy and Investment Leader

  • Innovation Manager

  • Product Manager

  • Business Analyst

  • Healthcare Technology Manager