Business
Study Business at UCOL and become an industry-ready professional or a bold entrepreneur with the skills to succeed anywhere - New Zealand or abroad!
With small and medium businesses powering New Zealand’s economy, skilled business minds are in high demand. That’s where you come in.
At UCOL, you’ll learn from expert lecturers with strong industry connections, giving you real-world insights and opportunities that set you apart.
Our programmes cover everything you need to thrive, such as accounting, administration, business technology, leadership and management. Plus, we offer flexible study options within our programmes so you can balance study with life.
Explore our programmes below and chat with our friendly team today.
Business
With nationally accredited and professionally endorsed programmes at Degree, Certificate and Diploma levels, you'll learn the art of business problem solving, people management, critical thinking and communication skills.
Master of Applied Management
UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
18 months, full-time.
Part-time options available.
Build on your current management knowledge with enhanced expertise and employable advanced management skills (subject to approval)
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management
UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
1 year full-time.
Part-time options available.
Take your first step in a Master of Applied Management qualification or increase your management knowledge (Subject to approval)
Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Management
UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
6 months full-time.
Part-time options available.
Take your management qualification and knowledge to the next level! (Subject to approval)
New Zealand Diploma in Business
1 year full-time (41 weeks)
Part-time option available
Whanganui - Feb & Jul 2027
Lead, manage, or account for success! Gain the skills to help drive New Zealand’s business sector.
New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 4)
19 weeks full-time
Part-time option available
Whanganui - Feb & Jul 2027
Become an admin superstar - build the skills to support teams, streamline systems, and shine in any workplace.
New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 3)
19 weeks full-time
Part-time option available
Whanganui - Feb & Jul 2027
Immerse yourself in the world of business and gain the skills employers need with confidence that you’ll have the capability to thrive in any office environment.
U-Skills Academy Business Enterprise
Find out what it takes to succeed as a business entrepreneur and study while still in school.
U-Skills STAR YES Business Opportunities Taster
UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL Whanganui
1 day
Whanganui - Oct 2026
Keen about business and entrepreneurship? Discover the behaviour and traits you’ll need to succeed in the fast-paced business world while still in school.
U-Skills Academy Business Administration & Technology
Find out what it takes to pursue a career in business administration and study while still in school.
Profiles
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Dr Sheela Murugasu
Senior Lecturer - Business
2026 marks two significant milestones for Dr Sheela Murugasu, who is celebrating 10 years working at UCOL and the completion of her PhD.
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Shontae Sharp
Facilities Management Office Administrator
Being snapped up by UCOL’s Facilities Management team three weeks before her programme finished, Shontae Sharp’s transition from study to employment couldn’t have gone smoother.