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Founder story
Founded in 1994, NZIE was one of the first private tertiary institutions to be accredited in New Zealand. In 2007, Rob Marks, our Managing Director, together with his family, purchased NZIE, and his family now owns both NZIE and MSL Training (which started in 1999.)
From small beginnings to delivering innovation
Back then, NZIE had some international students studying foundation programmes – such as English language courses, as well as business.
Over time, NZIE launched the Diploma in Applied Business, which was the first Applied Business qualification in New Zealand to have an internship included in the course. In 2016, we developed our innovative Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Business. Over the last ten years, NZIE worked with local New Zealand businesses and students to deliver 600 internships and research projects.
In 2017, NZIE was a finalist in ‘Excellence in International Trade’ at the Westpac Business Awards for the great work we did in supporting our International students in New Zealand.
Three schools, one organisation
NZIE is three schools built on one conviction: that education works best when it is practical, purposeful, and built around the person in front of you and the future ahead of them.
Our schools today
Digital Marketing School — New Zealand’s largest and longest-running digital marketing tertiary provider, offering a practical, industry-current alternative to a traditional degree.
MSL Training — Vocational training at NZQF Level 2 and 3, a genuine first step into employment for learners with low or no prior qualifications.
MSL English — New Zealand’s largest online English language school, offering foundational English for new migrants.
Onsite PELT — Pre-purchased English Language Tuition, delivered on campus.
NZIE is the accrediting body and policy home for all three schools. Credentials, policies and governance documentation are held here.
NZIE’s Teaching and Learning Ethos
Ma te Mātauranga ka Mōhio. Ma te Mōhio ka Tūtuki.
With knowledge comes understanding, with understanding comes application.
The underpinning framework of our programmes Ma te Mātauranga ka Mōhio; Ma te Mōhio ka Tūtuki (with knowledge comes understanding, with understanding comes application), is aimed at meeting the cultural, social, environmental and economic aspirations of Māori and Pasifika students, whilst being inclusive of all students, through Te Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi).
NZIE uses a holistic approach in its teaching and learning practices, ensuring that all corners of well-being are met so that each student can realise their full potential. Our staff and students have access to an all-encompassing support model to allow them to perform at their absolute best.
As a diverse team, we understand every individual has a unique path to success. That is why we strive to see each of our students as a person, not just a number.
