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ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. TRANSFORM YOUR TEAM.

Create an impactful future

We empower you with the skills and insights to navigate a rapidly changing world. Become part of a dynamic community of forward-thinkers and industry leaders united in driving change for people, purpose, and the planet.

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WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

Learn today, drive change tomorrow.

At academyEX, we redefine learning to make it truly transformative. With comprehensive support, access to engaged industry advisors, and a passionate community of change-makers, we’re with you every step of the way. Empower your team to become trailblazers or take the leap with a Master’s degree to pivot your career. We honour your unique background, experiences, and values, helping you create meaningful impact - on your terms.

Make impact where it matters most

Designed for individuals and organisations alike, our programmes equip you with the skills and strategies to lead confidently in a fast-changing world. We deliver transformative learning experiences that advance your career and transform your team.

Learn with the EXperts

Accredited courses taken by industry experts - join the change makers, innovators and entrepreneurs shaping the industries of tomorrow

Upcoming events

EXperience it for yourself, join us at an event!

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Converge Community Meetup

Keen on learning more about the innovative research happening at academyEX? Connect with us at Converge!

Designed as a dynamic hub to cultivate the research culture at academyEX, Converge is a safe and supportive environment where students, alumni, staff and industry professionals come together to collaboratively discuss and critique research ideas. It’s a great opportunity to learn and unlearn!

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AI for leaders bootcamp: Transform your leadership
8 Apr 202510:00pm NZST

Transform your leadership with AI. Join an intensive, hands-on bootcamp designed for ambitious leaders ready to integrate AI into strategy, decision-making, and team transformation.

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Future-Proof Your Business: Hands on AI Masterclass
10 Apr 20255:00am NZST

Get ahead with Slalom’s practical workshop series, designed to help you integrate AI safely and strategically into your organisation.

This deep-dive session goes beyond theory, with live AI tool demos and hands-on practice with AI-powered workflows. You’ll gain practical skills to boost productivity and decision-making in your organisation.

*Please note: you do not need to have attended the previous workshop to attend this event

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Second Quarter Business & Technology Disruption Briefing 2025
13 Jun 202510:00pm NZST

If there is one event to add to your business calendar - this is it. In our fast paced world the only constant is change. You can either move with it, or let it pass you by. Join academyEX founder and renowned futurist, Frances Valintine for the popular Quarterly Briefing to keep ahead of groundbreaking trends in Business and Technology Disruption.

With her expertise in global trends, Frances will unpack the future of technology, sustainability, and education, and introduce you to the game-changing AI tools you didn’t even know you needed.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired, challenged, and equipped for what’s about to change the world (it's not what you think!)

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RECOGNITION

We are award-winning

Innovation of the Year

Gold Winner - 2024

Awarded by Newmarket Business Association

Innovation and Impact Award

Government & Citizen Engagement - 2023

Awarded by World Summit Awards (WSA)

Best Contribution to the NZ Tech Sector

Finalist - 2023

Awarded by NZ Hi-Tech Awards

Outstanding Contribution to Technology & Business in New Zealand

Winner - 2020

Awarded by CIO Awards

Education Category

Winner - 2018

Awarded by NZ Hi-Tech Awards

Digital & Collaborative Learning Programme

Gold Winner - 2018

Awarded by Oceania Regional Award

Educational App Award

Bronze Winner - 2018

Awarded by Reimagine Education

Asia Pacific Talent Unleashed Awards

Best Start Up in Asia Pacific Winner - 2014 

Awarded by Sir Richard Branson and Steve Wozniak

TESTIMONIALS

Hear from our EXceptional learners and partners

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We found academyEX really amazing. From concept to launch, they delivered the full EXperience in just six weeks, reaching over 13,000 learners and counting.

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Amanda Nicolle
Director Industry Partnerships, MSD - Digital Passport
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For Māori and Pasifika wanting to change careers or up-skill, academyEX offers a supportive environment for your journey.

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Rio Hemopo-Hunuki
Master of Technological Futures
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The academyEX team has been responsive, innovative, adaptable, and creative in delivering Digital Boost (a learning platform for SME businesses), a vital public service, for the Government.

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Malcolm Luey
Director, MBIE - Digital Boost
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If you love ideas and you want to engage in an exciting community of people who are creating change give it a go because you have nothing to lose.

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Lara Nettle
Master of Change and Organisational Resilience
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I took the leap - MCOR gave me the confidence to work for myself, doing what I do best. It’s been a total life-changer.

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Katie Desai
Master of Change and Organisational Resilience
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Being future-ready is simple: hop on, or get left behind! I believe everyone has a responsibility to embrace and prepare for the future.

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Lynne Miller
Master of Technological Futures
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My project focused on harnessing the power of technology through a blended learning model, aiming to transform education delivery.

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Kate Lewis
Master of Contemporary Education
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If you think you're too busy or tied up with work, academyEX is the place to start—no better way to expand your horizons.

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Sumandana
Master of Contemporary Education

Ready to make an impact?


Talk to us today to learn how you can gain the skills to lead change for people, purpose, and the planet.