The University of Waikato

At the Waikato Management School (WMS), our purpose is to empower people to grow thriving businesses, a thriving society, and a thriving world.

Key to delivering this, and what sets WMS apart is our belief in the importance of character - a person’s curiosity, creativity, capability, and ability to collaborate – as the key to making a positive impact. We seek to grow the character of our students through teaching with an emphasis on real world experiences that connect world-class scholarship with the world of practice. Workplace internships, practical business projects and case studies encourage students to think critically and creatively and build confidence and business acumen.

We are proud to have a highly international staff and student population, a place of global talent and ideas. Our lecturers are highly sought-after researchers and consultants with links to leading companies and government organisations worldwide. This ensures that our students learn from experts at the forefront of new thinking in business and management.

Our academic programmes, include bachelor degrees, general, specialised and research master's degrees, and an active PhD program. WMS is internationally recognised for academic excellence with triple-crown accreditation status from AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA, placing us in the top 1% of the world's business schools. We were also ranked number one in New Zealand for Business and Economics in the 2022 Global Times Higher Education Subject Rankings.

Our graduates are highly valued by employers, as they combine in-depth management knowledge with the practical skills to make a significant impact.