Master of Professional Practice
Advance your career by researching significant workplace challenges through an advanced postgraduate qualification.
Best for:Best for experienced professionals seeking to conduct workplace-based research and earn an advanced postgraduate qualification.
Overview
The Master of Professional Practice offered by Otago Polytechnic is designed for experienced professionals seeking to investigate real-world issues within their current employment context. Delivered via the assessment of prior learning centre, Capable NZ, this flexible programme allows students to validate and build upon their professional experience. Participants engage in structured workplace research and reflective practice to earn an advanced postgraduate qualification. The curriculum centers on individual professional frameworks, enabling candidates to drive meaningful organisational and career development.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research addressing significant challenges or issues within your professional workplace
- Engage in critical self-reflection and assessment of prior learning to document professional growth
- Design and execute a practice-based inquiry project relevant to your industry or organisation
- Synthesize practical industry experience with academic theory under institutional guidance
- Deliver a comprehensive thesis or project output that meets the standards of a master's-level qualification
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's Degree or demonstrated equivalent professional experience
Degree offered: Master of Professional Practice
Language: English proficiency meeting standard postgraduate admission requirements
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated professional experience in a relevant workplace context
- Ability to formulate and investigate complex problems in a professional setting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for academic and professional reporting
- Self-directed project management and independent study capabilities
- Open to experienced professionals with a relevant workplace context to study online
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Review the programme details on the official admissions portal and submit your application online. Ensure you provide all required documentation demonstrating your professional background and readiness for postgraduate study.
- CV
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of professional experience
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