Course details

Bachelor of Applied Management

About the course

Gain the understanding and expertise to work in today’s ever-changing business environment with the UCOL Bachelor of Applied Management.

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Locations: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL Whanganui

Duration: 3 years, full-time or part-time study options

Dates:
Palmerston North
21 Jul 2025 - 26 Jun 2026

Whanganui
21 Jul 2025 – 26 Jun 2026

Domestic Fees: *
Yr 1: $7,035.00 Yr 2: $7,101.00 Yr 3: $7,100.00

Scholarship info

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International Fees:*
$26,614.00 per year

Additional Fees

Compulsory course costs may apply.

* Fees are indicative only, and are inclusive of the student services levy and GST (goods and services tax). The fee shown is for one year of study.

Need Some Advice?Apply NowPDFEnrolment Guide and Form - Domestic StudentsDownload the Enrolment Guide and Form - Domestic Students.With practical industry experience built into this three-year programme, as well as workplace assignments and case studies, the UCOL Bachelor of Applied Management learners are well-prepared for a career in business and management.

The concept of applied management is core to the degree, where learners apply knowledge, skills and capabilities in a variety of ways and contexts.

Majors

  • Business Information Systems
  • Operations & Production Management
  • Project Management
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Individual papers

You can enrol in a number of individual papers from this programme instead of the whole degree toget new skills for your work, your next job and what really interests you.

About the provider

UCOL in its many forms has been part of the community for more than a century. We are a proud example of a successful Institute of Technology and Polytechnic. We have a rich heritage and much to contribute to the future of vocational learning.

When you study with UCOL you’re much more than a number. We take the time to get to know you, to understand who you are. By sharing your strengths and what you want to achieve, we can truly help you get to where you want to be.

At UCOL, we’re here to support you all the way. Studying can be a challenge, we get that.

Study takes commitment, which, together with a learning style that suits you and the support you need, is a very powerful combination. At UCOL we encourage resilience and build self-confidence while you learn - providing our students with even greater opportunities.

As a student studying on or off campus, you can expect to learn skills and gain knowledge that sets you on your way. Gaining a qualification is a wonderful achievement that is earned, not given. We encourage you to stay in touch and make life-long learning a part of your journey. Ultimately, we want you to find your own place, whatever that may mean for you.

Our networks with local employers go beyond one-way exchanges, we value meaningful connections that are mutually beneficial. These relationships keep our education grounded, our programmes relevant, and job opportunities real. Our approach is truly collaborative.

UCOL graduates are well-rounded and possess the skills and values employers are looking. They are valued members of their local community. With campuses in Palmerston North, Whanganui, Wairarapa and Horowhenua, and various delivery locations, we’re well known throughout the central and lower North Island.

Being close to our communities is a vital part of who we are. We strive to deepen connections and help our communities to grow and prosper. We aspire to build positive, meaningful relationships that benefit our students and graduates. That is why we exist.

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