About IPU New Zealand
IPU New Zealand is a private tertiary education institution located in Palmerston North, offering internationally focused programmes in business, international relations, and contemporary studies. We are committed to delivering high-quality education, fostering academic excellence, and preparing students to become globally competent professionals.
We are seeking a passionate, qualified, and motivated Lecturer in Business Management to join our academic team and contribute to the delivery and continuous improvement of our undergraduate and postgraduate business programmes.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate business management programmes.
Teach subjects in areas such as Strategic Management, Human Resource Management, Organisational Behaviour, Entrepreneurship, International Business, and related disciplines.
Develop and review course materials, assessments, and learning resources aligned with programme learning outcomes and NZQA requirements.
Supervise undergraduate research projects and postgraduate dissertations or theses, where appropriately qualified.
Engage in scholarly activities, applied research, and academic publications.
Provide academic guidance, mentoring, and pastoral support to students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Participate in programme development, curriculum review, assessment moderation, and academic quality assurance activities.
Contribute to institutional committees, industry engagement, and collaborative academic initiatives.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential Requirements
A Master's degree in Business Management, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline.
Relevant teaching experience in tertiary education, preferably at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Sound knowledge of contemporary business management theories and practices.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and student engagement skills.
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural academic environment.
Demonstrated commitment to academic quality, continuous improvement, and student success.
Desirable Attributes
A PhD or doctoral qualification in Business Management or a related field.
Experience supervising postgraduate research projects or theses.
A track record of research publications and scholarly engagement.
Familiarity with the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF) and NZQA academic quality assurance requirements.
Relevant industry or professional experience in business management.
Experience integrating digital technologies, innovative pedagogies, and industry-based case studies into teaching.
What We Offer
A supportive, inclusive, and multicultural academic working environment.
Opportunities for professional development, research, and academic collaboration.
Engagement with international students and academic partners.
Opportunities to contribute to curriculum innovation and institutional growth.
Competitive remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit:
A cover letter outlining their suitability for the position.
A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including qualifications, teaching experience, and research achievements.
Contact details of at least two professional referees.
Application Deadline: 2 Dec 2026 or earlier (your application will be reviewed as soon as it is received)
Expected Commencement: 5 January 2027 or by negotiation
Submit Applications To: Apply Online or Email to [email protected]
For further information about IPU New Zealand, please visit www.ipu.ac.nz.
IPU New Zealand is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain an appropriate work visa.
Join IPU New Zealand and help shape the next generation of global business leaders.
The Institute reserves the right not to make an appointment or to appoint by invitation.
IPU New Zealand is a member of the SOSHI Educational Group that provides education to more than 25,000 students at pre-school to tertiary levels worldwide. Established in 1966, SOSHI Educational Group has educational and research institutes and offices in Japan, New Zealand, USA and Vietnam, including International Pacific University (IPU Japan) in Okayama Prefecture and Tokyo, Japan.