Lead with vision. UNITE WITH PURPOSE.

Grow into the leader who can hold a vision, unite others behind it, and lead with purpose, integrity, and Mana Motuhake.
Te Korowai Tātāriki Mana Motuhake is a Level 8 leadership programme for people within the kura ā-iwi movement who are ready to strengthen their leadership and prepare for Master’s-level study.

Programme starts March 2027.

you’ll be able to…

lead with purpose

Apply self-determined leadership to empower communities toward independence and success.

Lead With Insight

Critically explore Māori, Indigenous, and global leadership models through a reciprocal lens.

navigate with confidence

Master leadership values to tackle complex relationships and challenges.

Innovate with Ancestral Wisdom

Blend traditional knowledge with modern leadership to unlock and grow community potential.

HEAR FROM OUR GRADUATES

LUCIANA

"The programme strengthens leadership capability while validating the lived experiences, mātauranga, and identities of tauira. The learning ... provided practical leadership approaches that can be applied within kura, whānau, and community settings."
​Kaiako
Te Kura Mana Māori o Whangaparāoa

TERINA

"It far exceed my expectations. Despite a plethora of degrees I have never had the privilege of completing one that has aligned so perfectly to my own beliefs and practices within roles of leadership."
Tumuaki
​Te Pā o Rākaihautū​

Jo

"I whakaaro ahau ko te mahi tātāriki he mea whakamahere rautaki, whakahaere rauemi, whakahaere tangata, whakahaere hui. I roto i tēnei kaupapa i ako ahau te hirahira, te tūāpapa o ngā uara, o ngā mātāpono ki tēnei mea te mahi tātāriki."
Tumuaki Tuarua
Te Wharekura o Mauao

WHO IS THIS FOR?

Whether you’re leading today or preparing to lead tomorrow, this programme is designed for:
Kaiako
Tumuaki
Aspiring leaders
Community leaders
Iwi and hapū leaders

QUALIFICATION

Te Korowai Tātāriki Mana Motuhake (Kaupae 8)

duration

Full-time, 40-week programme requires an average commitment of 30 study hours per week:
  • Kaiako-directed hours: 6
  • Activity-directed hours: 24 (Learning is based on real-life application)

learning approach

Blended learning approach, combining wānanga-based learning with a flexible, self-paced online format.

entry requirements

  • 18 years or older;
  • A New Zealand citizen (which includes citizens of Cook Island, Niue and Tokelau); or
  • A New Zealand resident currently living in New Zealand; or
  • An Australian citizen currently living in New Zealand; or
  • An Australian permanent resident who has a returning residents visa and is currently living in New Zealand.

fees

  • $6000 GST inclusive
  • Payment options available.

Ready to lead with vision and unite with purpose?

Applications for the 2027 cohort are open.
​NZQA Approved • 40 Weeks • Blended Learning
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