New Zealand

Yes, studying in Australia is 20% more expensive than studying in New Zealand. The costs of living in Australia are also higher than that of New Zealand. Thus, based on the overall fee, Australia is more expensive that New Zealand. 

Education is better in New Zealand because of smaller class sizes and allowing for more personalized attention from instructors. On the other hand, Australia has bigger class sizes, resulting in lower attention from instructors. Education from both Australia and New Zealand are popular in their own ways. Degrees from either of these countries are globally accepted. Thus, it is up to applicants to choose their kind of education setting preferably in either Australia or New Zealand. 

According to the QS Global MBA Rankings 2026, Otago Business School at the University of Otago is recognised as the leading business school in New Zealand for MBA studies. Globally, it is ranked within the 151-200 bracket.

A candidate must have INR 34.39 Lacs to complete the MBA course from Otago Business School. It's just cost of studying.

The updated date was 15 December 2024. The applications submitted after this date are considered for the next intake.

No, NZQF does not limit applicants from learning at any stage of their lives. Qualifications are rather recognised and infact NZQF understands that learning can happen at any stage of a person's life, in either part-time or full-time study, and in a range of places and ways:

• On-job
• In education institutions
• Electronically / online / by distance - in a mixture of ways.

A student is usually awarded with a certificate of achievement which is provided by their educational institution stating the qualification earned by the students in the outcome statement. Also if the qualification of the student is listed on the NZQF, their education provider would update the NZQA about it, which will in turn be added to the student's NZROA. 

NZQA - New Zealand's Qualification Authority enable and ensures that New Zealand qualifications are accepted as credible and robust, nationally and internationally. They basically administer the New Zealand Qualifications Framework or NZQF.

In easy words, NZQA is regulatory body responsible for maintaining and overseeing education standards in New Zealand.

There's no single "best" university in New Zealand for all international students, as the ideal choice depends heavily on individual needs, programme interests, and career goals.

According to ranking, University of Auckland is the no 1 university in New Zealand. The university provides excellent academic programs, vibrant student life, and ample opportunities for international students.