Graduate Diploma in Arts - Economics

at Massey University - Auckland Campus New Zealand

Massey provides you with the technical skills and knowledge to take your place in the fastest-growing industry in the world. Connect with the industry while you study to get a head start in software development.
Massey’s Bachelor of Information Sciences (Computer Science) will give you the skills to become a sought-after ICT professional, able to take on a wide variety of roles in the software industry.

Massey teaches students the applied skills and knowledge needed to succeed. Massey is the only university in New Zealand specialising in the C and C++ programming languages that are highly sought after by employers. You’ll also learn Java, Python, SQL and other languages. Every computer science course includes practical assignments.

The Graduate Diploma in Arts (Politics and International Relations) is a bridging tool for graduates in other subjects to get the equivalent of a major in politics.

Politics is exciting and relevant. It’s about contests for power and how we make decisions in society: who gets what, when and how, from the local community to the global level. It’s concerned with the conflict of ideas and values. It has to do with who governs, with how and why decisions that affect all of us (such as how much students should pay to study at university or whether the UN should sanction military interventions) are made.

The Graduate Diploma in Arts (Social Anthropology) will give you the equivalent of an undergraduate major in social anthropology without completing a second bachelor’s degree. A Massey Graduate Diploma in Arts (Social Anthropology) is a bridging tool for graduates in other subjects to get the equivalent of a major in social anthropology.

The Graduate Diploma in Arts (English) is a bridging tool for graduates in other subjects to get the equivalent of a major in English. You can then apply for a postgraduate qualification in English if you wish.With Massey’s Graduate Diploma in Arts (English) you’ll experience great literature in English, from Shakespeare to the present day. Our courses are taught by active researchers who share your love of literature: they’ll introduce you to remarkable writing and the reasons why it matters.

Specialise in Mathematics for your Master of Science at Massey

Massey University’s Master of Science with a major in Mathematics is a prestigious qualification for those who are interested in progressing to further, in-depth research. This postgraduate qualification will also give you a career advantage. The Master of Science (Mathematics) will extend your studies of mathematics from your undergraduate degree. You'll gain a deeper understanding of the mathematics you encountered there, as well as learn about new and exciting areas of mathematics

The Bachelor of Business (Organisational Technology Management) will make you a sought-after technology and data management expert. You will have the knowledge and skills for problem-solving, persuasion and presentation to help organisations understand new technology and gain the data insights they need.

Our programme brings together human and organisational aspects of computer-based information systems. This is in contrast to computer science and information technology that stress the underlying technologies. If you enjoy working with people and would like to understand more about the business world, the BBus (OTM) is for you.

Our lecturers are actively researching both nationally and internationally, bringing the most relevant developments in business theory and practice to the classroom. They also have real-world experience in the business world, with in-depth knowledge of big data and how technology is trending into the future. The Bachelor of Business will give you the leadership, communication and critical thinking skills that will make you a sought-after employee.

Gain an industry-recognised and highly sought-after qualification in data analytics. Acquire the practical skills that the Master of Analytics offers. Become a technology leader who innovates and propels businesses forward with data-driven insights.

The Master of Analytics (Business) is a rigorous qualification that is designed for those wishing to build skills in the rapidly expanding field of data analytics. It is one of the longest running analytics programmes in New Zealand and is now also taught internationally.

Massey University believes you need to understand the problems organisations face, so this analytics master’s has been grounded in real-world business contexts from the beginning. From problem identification, data acquisition, method selection, analysis and communicating your findings, Massey’s Master of Analytics focuses on what industry is demanding in data analytics graduates.

Develop your abilities to think and reason, to express your thoughts clearly and concisely and to critically evaluate complex ideas. These skills will make you a highly employable graduate.

Philosophy isn’t just about abstract thinking. Massey’s BA (Philosophy) offers you the chance to learn highly applicable and useful skills. Studying philosophy develops your critical thinking skills: your ability to assess whether arguments are rationally compelling and to make your arguments compelling to others.

You will learn how to:

• Express your thoughts concisely and clearly
• How to engage constructively in debate
• How to deal with unusual and difficult ideas
• How to look at problems in new ways.

The Massey BA (Social Anthropology) will give you a different perspective on the world, global culture and society.

Studying social anthropology will develop your understanding of other cultures and contexts and show you how your way of life is just one of many possible ways of being human. Social Anthropology invites us to ask questions about the cultural implications of migration, human trafficking, religion, gender fluidity, cyberspace, fracking, hyper-consumption, food security, scientific enquiry, city living to challenge your existing beliefs and put yourself in others’ shoes.

With Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Construction (Digital Built Environment) you’ll gain construction management skills for the modern world.
You’ll gain knowledge in the following areas:

• Application of Building Information Modelling (BIM) tools across the lifecycle of a building project.
• Examine data collection and analysis techniques, and their application in construction research.
• Become familiar with new technologies such as drones, virtual reality, 3D printing and other technologies as they apply to the construction industry.
• Develop a broad understanding of current construction industry operations, systems and technology. These include:
  • The project life cycle
  • Stakeholder management
  • Sustainable buildings and smart living spaces
  • Lean production
  • Offsite construction
  • Logistics.

From here you can go deeper into digital technologies in the construction industry, or develop the research skills that will support your further study.