300-level

MGMT303
Leading and Managing People: Essential Employment Frameworks
Description
This course addresses the essential frameworks needed for managing people in New Zealand workplaces. It examines the psychological and legal influences that shape how staff are employed and led. It covers the specific obligations and responsibilities involved in key employment processes such as recruitment, performance management, dispute resolution, termination, organisational change, and collective representation. The course also explores the dynamics of managing relationships between managers and employees, alongside the legal requirements that support these processes. Students will gain practical insight into leading and managing people within New Zealand’s employment relations environment.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
MGMT206 and MGMT207
MGMT304
Management Skills for a Diverse Workforce
Description
This course emphasises the development of the skills and knowledge required for successful managerial performance in diverse organisations. It focuses on topics such as developing self-awareness, creative problem-solving, supportive communication, the use of power and influence, motivation techniques, and managing conflict. The course uses active and interactive teaching methods and requires in-person engagement. During lecture times we will doing activities, simulations, group discussions, and other exercises to teach you about management skills and how to apply theory to real-life situations.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
MGMT206 and MGMT232
MGMT308
Advanced Human Resource Management
Description
This course focuses on the application of human resource management strategies and practices in organisational settings. Attention is also given to the role of human resource planning and strategic approaches to human resource management
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
MGMT206 and MGMT207
Restrictions
MGMT307
MGMT322
Innovation: Resourcing and Implementing
Description
This course focuses on the highly significant last two phases of the DUCTRI process for human centred innovation, namely Resourcing and Implementing. The DUCTRI process (Discovering-Understanding-Creating-Testing-Resourcing-Implementing) is introduced in MGMT243 Innovation through Design Thinking, but Resourcing and Implementing are not covered in detail in the earlier course. These aspects are very often where new innovation efforts fail due to not considering these issues in the design process.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
MGMT243
Restrictions
INOV301
MGMT324
International Entrepreneurship
Description
International Entrepreneurship is a course designed for those interested in the practices of ‘the entrepreneur’, and who wish to build on their existing understanding of international business. The main focus of this course is the entrepreneur as an international business operative. The course discusses issues such as: the nature of entrepreneurship, the changing global environment, expansion through franchising, culture and the international environment, and the dark side of entrepreneurship. International case studies, local case studies and recent research findings are used extensively, and students will be encouraged to analyse these through the application of the theoretical material presented during lectures.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
45 points at 200-level or above in MGMT or MKTG
MGMT325
Innovation and Technology Management
Description
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the management of innovation and research and development (R&D) with a focus on technology-oriented companies. It is designed for students who wish to build on and extend their existing understanding of Innovation Management, focusing on R&D and new technology management. The course covers topics such as: Innovation and R&D as management responsibility, R&D tools and methods, management of innovation projects, planning and controlling, and the innovation manager's interface to (series) production and market launch. The course is built on recent research findings and practice-based case studies
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
MGMT223
MGMT330
Communication Management
Description
This course examines how we think and talk about workplace communication and how this shapes how communication is managed.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
MGMT206 or COMS201 or SOCI 219 or MKTG201
MGMT331
Learning and Development in Organisations
Description
This course is intended to provide students with an understanding of Human Resource Development (HRD) as a field of practice, its history, and the major theories and paradigms that underpin the field.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
MGMT206 and MGMT207
MGMT332
International Management
Description
This course deals with management of businesses operating internationally. It will mainly cover issues relating to culture, communication, and human resources management in a global context, along with strategy and execution.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
MGMT221
MGMT333
Managing Corporate Responsibility
Description
In pursuing the ethical basis for business policy and practice, we will look at changing notions of corporate performance. Participants will address such issues as: What is success in business? What good does business do and how does it do it? What are major causes of the breakdown of business ethics? We will also study the practice of business ethics, with the aim to expand capacity for moral inquiry, dialogue, and decision making in ways that will be useful in your professional and civic lives.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) MGMT230; and (2) Any 45 points at 200-level or above. RP: BSNS201
MGMT335
Business and Sustainability
Description
This course strives to deliver an overview of sustainability theory and practice in respect to conducting business effectively. It aims to enable students to make sound decisions in their future careers when leading organisations toward sustainable practices. In the context of business and sustainability, the course will provide an introduction to the science and management issues companies face, including measurement, reporting, feasibility and viability of new technologies, and others. The course will consist of combinations of lectures, interactive classes, and case discussions. Based on the above, successful students will have an increased understanding of approaches businesses can take to respond effectively to environmental sustainability issues.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
MGMT230 or MKTG230
MGMT343
Social Entrepreneurship
Description
This course is an introduction to Social Entrepreneurship and how it can help communities. It will explore both the theory and practical applications of social entrepreneurship.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
Any 90 points at 200-level or above
Restrictions
MGMT 321
MGMT344
Strategic Management
Description
The course introduces theory and techniques firms use to sustain long-term performance by aligning their activities with the strategic environment. It encourages integration of business disciplines to develop coherent solutions to firms' strategic challenges.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) ACCT102; and (2) A further 45 points at 200-level or above
Restrictions
MGMT320
MGMT345
Strategy Processes and Practices
Description
The course aims to enhance strategy knowledge and skills by encouraging the critical appreciation and application of contemporary strategy theory and techniques based around strategy processes and practices.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) ACCT102; and (2) A further 45 points at 200-level or above RP: MGMT344
Restrictions
MGMT 320
MGMT346
Global Strategy
Description
The course explores the theory and techniques required to gain and sustain a competitive advantage in the global marketplace. It integrates International Business and Strategy to explore solutions to international firms’ strategic challenges.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
MGMT221
MGMT372
Project Management
Description
This course is an interdisciplinary course that gives a comprehensive overview of project management concepts, models and techniques. It also provides hands on tutorials on the project management software, MS Project.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
Any 45 points at 200-level or above
Restrictions
INFO313
MGMT374
Operations and Supply Chain Analytics
Description
Effectiveness of a firm's operations and supply chain decisions depends on leveraging data to make informed decisions. Analytic tools and techniques are fundamental to improve supply chain performance, efficiency, and fulfillment of customer demand. This course offers a range of core analytical tools and techniques in operations and supply chain management that will prepare students to make data-driven decisions.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) MGMT170 or STAT101 and (2) A further 30 points from these 200 level courses - MGMT270, MGMT272, MGMT273, and MGMT274 and (3) A further 15 points from any 200 level MGMT courses.
MGMT375
Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Description
This course explores the intersection of sustainability and operations and supply chain management, emphasising the alignment of business practices with global sustainable development goals. It integrates key theories, concepts, and models within operations and supply chain management, positioning sustainability at the core of these frameworks. Through practical cases and real-world examples from industries such as electronics, healthcare, fashion, and energy, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of how sustainability can drive operational and supply chain strategies. Additionally, they will explore how operational practices can deliver economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable outcomes.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) MGMT170 or STAT101 and (2) A further 30 points from these 200 level courses - MGMT270, MGMT272, MGMT273, and MGMT274 and (3) A further 15 points from any 200 level MGMT courses.
MGMT376
Supply Chain Strategy
Description
Business success increasingly depends on the effective and efficient management of supply chains. In today’s dynamic and unpredictable environment, characterised by risks and disruptions, supply chains are evolving from traditional practices to embrace digital transformation while integrating sustainability to ensure resilience and long-term growth. This course provides a comprehensive exploration of supply chain management, covering essential practices such as strategic fit, supply chain integration, and the role of information and technology. It also delves into cutting-edge practices for the digital era, including digital supply chain strategies, traceability systems, cybersecurity, and building supply chain resilience. Additionally, the course highlights contemporary approaches to sustainability and circularity in supply chain management, equipping students with the tools and knowledge needed to address environmental and social challenges.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
1) MGMT170 or MGMT100 and (2) A further 30 points from these 200 level courses - MGMT270, MGMT272, MGMT273, and MGMT274 and (3) A further 15 points from any 200 level MGMT courses.

Not Offered Courses in 2026

300-level

MGMT301
Leading Change and Innovation
Description
This course gives a systematic overview of the theories, frameworks and tools for leading innovation and change in organisations.
Occurrences
Not offered 2026, offered in 2021 , 2022 , 2023 , 2024 , 2025
For further information see MGMT301 course details
Points
15 points
MGMT306
Team Leadership
Description
This highly experiential course focuses on the principles of team leadership and the intricacies of group dynamics within an organisational context. Students will engage in interactive activities, including for example simulations, role-playing, and team-based projects, to explore the stages of team development, leadership styles, decision-making processes, and conflict resolution. Emphasis is placed on in-person hands-on learning, allowing students to practice and refine their leadership and team skills in a collaborative environment. Through reflective exercises and peer feedback, students will gain insights into their own leadership potential and develop a deeper understanding of team and group dynamics.
Occurrences
Not offered 2026, offered in 2025
For further information see MGMT306 course details
Points
15 points
MGMT347
Special Topic: Indigenous Perspectives on Management and Organisations
Description
Management and organisation techniques have been implicated in colonialism in Aotearoa New Zealand and abroad. But it does not have to be that way. Indigenous peoples can both harness existing perspectives, and offer alternatives to managing and organising. This course is an opportunity for students to engage with Maori, Pacific and Indigenous knowledge as it relates to management and organisations locally, nationally, and globally across diverse Indigenous experiences. Students will build capacity to apply, critique and reflect on Indigenous management and organisation theory and practice, to advance competence and confidence and contribute to their or other communities in critically constructive ways.
Occurrences
Not offered 2026, offered in 2025
For further information see MGMT347 course details
Points
15 points
MGMT390
Management Intern Consulting Project
Description
An Intern Consulting Project involves a student working in a professional capacity to address specific business issue for a host-organisation. The project applies the technical content of a management-related discipline to a real-world business question. The student manages the project, and experiences working in a business environment. As these are management placements, priority is given to students taking a major in either Human Resource Management, International Business, Management, Operations and Supply Chain Management, or Strategy and Entrepreneurship.
Occurrences
Not offered 2026, offered in 2021 , 2022 , 2023 , 2024 , 2025
For further information see MGMT390 course details
Points
15 points