Master of Arts

Māori Development

Māori Development is an area that has become increasingly relevant in the New Zealand business climate. The ability to analyse issues from a Màori perspective while having a strong foundation in business and finance is highly valued, if not sought after.

AUT’s Te Ara Poutama faculty specialises in this field and prides itself on offering students a unique opportunity to combine learning about te ao Māori with the exploration of best practice business models. A Master of Arts – Māori Development will allow graduates to undertake supervised research in an area which is still largely under-researched and rapidly growing.

The Master of Arts is a programme of advanced study and research, which is normally undertaken over two years of full time study or part time over a maximum of five years. This qualification is structured to include both research methodology and coursework papers, followed by either a full year thesis or the option to pursue a site-based research project and dissertation. The programme has been designed with a clear focus on creating graduates who are both academically and practically grounded and who are capable of making a difference in their communities.

A major in te reo Māori is planned for 2009, subject to final approval.

WHAT THIS PROGRAMME COVERS
Year 1
In the first year students are introduced to the multidisciplinary study of development within culturally diverse communities. Papers include Tā Te Ao Marama, Te Reo Piinaki, Te Reo Nanahu and Te Reo Huatau. Students’ research skills are developed in preparation for the thesis.

Year 2
In the final year students write a thesis or complete a site-based project and dissertation.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduate of this programme will be able to find employment opportunities in a variety of organisations including but not limited to:

• Ministry of Māori Development
  
• Iwi Resource Management
  
• Research
  
• Business Development
  
• Community Groups