NZ · Master's
University of Otago (Otago Business School)
Otago MBA
University of Otago (Otago Business School)
Course Overview
The Otago MBA is a 15-month, full-time programme based in Dunedin and ranked the top MBA in New Zealand by the QS Global MBA Rankings. Class sizes are deliberately small (around 25–30 students per cohort), so Sri Lankan applicants get genuine face time with faculty and a tight peer network drawn from across Asia-Pacific and Europe.
The curriculum runs core blocks in strategy, finance, marketing and leadership before opening into electives and a real-world consulting project with a New Zealand firm. There's also a compulsory two-week international study tour, which has recently visited Singapore, Vietnam and Silicon Valley.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Bachelor's degree (any discipline) with a strong academic record (B average / GPA 3.0+ equivalent).
- check_circle Minimum 3 years of full-time professional work experience post-graduation.
- check_circle GMAT or GRE recommended (not compulsory) — competitive candidates score 550+ on the GMAT.
- check_circle Two professional references and a personal interview with the MBA Director.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (min 6.0 in each band).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 90 Overall (min 20 in writing, 19 in listening, reading and speaking).
- check_circle PTE Academic: 58 Overall.
- check_circle Waived if your prior degree was taught entirely in English.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (NZD) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (15 months) | NZD 72,612 | Rs. 13,796,300 |
| Living Expenses (15 months) | NZD 24,775 | Rs. 4,707,300 |
| Student Visa & Insurance | NZD 1,250 | Rs. 237,500 |
| Books & Study Tour Levy | NZD 4,500 | Rs. 855,000 |
| Total Programme Investment | NZD 103,137 | Rs. 19,596,100 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Otago MBA graduates are eligible for New Zealand's Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) — up to 3 years of open work rights. Recent cohorts have placed into Fonterra, Deloitte NZ, ANZ Bank, Xero and Air New Zealand, with several Sri Lankan alumni now in senior roles across Auckland and Wellington.
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