EVENTS

Culture in Business Forum

The Culture in Business Forum aims to celebrate various cultures within the University of Waikato; with cultural performances, guest speakers, and panels. There will be multiple cultural performances throughout the event, including a Kapa Haka opening, African performances, a Pacific Island performance, and a Japanese cultural performance. At this event, we have the privilage of hosting multiple guest speakers, including Vice Chancellor Prof. Neil Quigley, Pro Vice Chancellor for Waikato Management School Jennifer Kerr, and Minister & Hamilton-West MP Tama Potaka.

Upcoming Events

Panel EventJoin us as we host a panel of professionals sharing their knowledge and insights; particularly leadership in business | Wednesday 14 May - Te Kopuroa, The Pa (sideroom)

Team Building EventJoin us as we host a range of activities to help in building and improving our team skills | B Trimester

Networking OpportunitiesJoin us at our events throughout the semester for opportunities to network and connect with professionals in our fields and fellow students.

Event Registration:

2025 Events

PubquizThis years semester A Pubquiz was hosted at 'Union at the Don' with close to 100 attendees and $300 worth of prizes given away!

WorkshopAt this workshop in March we discussed the current NZ Job Market, with valuable resources shared and included a guest speaker.

Field TripWMSSA's first Field Trip hosted 15 WMS students. We had the privilage to tour the 'Big Chill' Distribution Centre in Ruakura.

PAST EVENTS 2023

O Week 2023We kicked started the year with a BANG! We gave away a UE Boom, had a sausage sizzle and helped you find your classes.

COFFEE & CONNECTWe connected students with free coffee on campus! Students from across the Management School joined us for coffee and a chat.

CV NIGHTStudents were given the chance to accelerate their careers with special guest speakers, networking and free headshots!

PUB QUIZWe put your intellect (and planking ability) to the test with our annual Pub Quiz!

A STARRY NIGHT BALLWe danced the night away under the stars at our annual WMSSA Ball

Sem A SoiréeWe partied hard at House on Hood with the long standing tradition of WIne & Cheese.

Money Matters 101Joined by a financial advisor (and alumni!) we gained insight into how to gain financial freedom and make informed money decisions.

COFFEE & CONNECTWe connected students with free coffee on campus! Students from across the Management School joined us for coffee and a chat.

CV NIGHTStudents were given the chance to accelerate their careers with special guest speakers, networking and free headshots!

PUB QUIZWe put your intellect (and planking ability) to the test with our annual Pub Quiz!

A STARRY NIGHT BALLWe danced the night away under the stars at our annual WMSSA Ball

Sem A SoiréeWe partied hard at House on Hood with the long standing tradition of WIne & Cheese.

Keep an eye out on our socials for more info!