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NZ · Master's

Victoria University of Wellington (Wellington School of Business and Government)

Master's
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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Victoria University of Wellington (Wellington School of Business and Government)

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Duration 18 Months Full-time
Next intake February 2027 Next available start
Tuition (Est.) LKR 14,440k Per year, paid to the university
Apply by 1 November 2026 For the February 2027 intake

Course Overview

The Victoria MBA is run by the Wellington School of Business and Government — Triple Crown accredited (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA), placing it in the top 1% of business schools worldwide. The programme is designed for mid-career professionals with 5+ years of work experience and runs as a cohort-based 18-month full-time degree (a part-time route over 30 months is also available for working professionals).

The curriculum runs through core leadership, strategy, finance, marketing and digital business modules before opening into electives in public-sector management, sustainability and entrepreneurship — a distinctive angle given Wellington's role as the capital. An international study tour, a live consulting capstone with a NZ company, and 1:1 leadership coaching anchor the practical side. Graduates qualify for the 3-year Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV).

Entry Requirements

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Academic

  • check_circle Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record (Second Class Upper / GPA 3.0+ equivalent).
  • check_circle Minimum 5 years of post-graduation work experience — average admitted candidate has 8–10 years with management responsibility.
  • check_circle Two professional references and detailed essays on leadership and career goals.
  • check_circle Interview with the MBA Director (online for Sri Lankan applicants).
  • check_circle GMAT or GRE not required — academic record and work experience are assessed instead.
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English Proficiency

  • check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (min 6.0 in each section).
  • check_circle TOEFL iBT: 90 Overall (min 20 in each section).
  • check_circle PTE Academic: 58 Overall (min 50 in each section).
  • check_circle Waived if your degree was taught in English.

Estimated Cost of Study

Expense Category Amount (NZD) Approx. LKR
Tuition Fee (18 months) NZD 76,000 Rs. 14,440,000
Student Services Levy NZD 1,500 Rs. 285,000
Living Expenses (18 months) NZD 30,000 Rs. 5,700,000
Student Visa & Insurance NZD 1,400 Rs. 266,000
Total Programme Investment NZD 108,900 Rs. 20,691,000

*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.

Career Outcomes & PR

Victoria MBA graduates qualify for the 3-year Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) and step into senior roles across NZ's public and private sector. Recent placements include the Treasury, Reserve Bank of NZ, Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment, Air New Zealand, Z Energy, Westpac, Deloitte, KPMG, and Xero. The Wellington School career service runs dedicated MBA recruiting events with both ministries and major employers.

NZD 120k+ Avg. Post-MBA Salary
3 Years PSWV Eligibility
Triple Crown AACSB·EQUIS·AMBA
Top 1% B-Schools Worldwide

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