Dr. Marjo Lips Wiersma

Professor

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Biography

Marjo Lips-Wiersma is a Professor of Ethics and Sustainability Leadership at Auckland University of Technology. Her research focuses on the nexus of Meaningful Work, Sustainability, and Hope, employed across various community and commercial organizations globally. As Chair of the Board for Map of Meaning International, she trains and certifies practitioners to assist individuals and organizations in cultivating and maintaining meaningful work. Marjo has published extensively in reputable journals including the Journal of Business Ethics, Journal of Organizational Behavior, and Leadership Quarterly. She is a member of editorial boards and has contributed significantly to research in her field, recognized among the top 2% of scientists globally by Elsevier. In her teaching, Marjo covers topics in ethics, sustainability, and responsible leadership at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and has successfully supervised numerous honors, master's, and doctoral candidates. She is keen to engage with potential postgraduate students exploring the intersections of Meaningful Work and Sustainability.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Ethics and Sustainability Leadership

2015-01-01 — Present

Auckland University of Technology • Auckland, New Zealand

Leading research and educational initiatives in the fields of ethics, sustainability, and leadership.

Chair

2015-01-01 — Present

Map of Meaning International • New Zealand

Overseeing the board and initiatives aimed at promoting meaningful work.

Professorial Representative

2020-01-01 — Present

AUT Faculty of Business and Law • Auckland, New Zealand

Representing the faculty on academic matters.

Elected Representative

2024-01-01 — Present

Academic Board Auckland University of Technology • Auckland, New Zealand

Participating in governance and academic policy discussions.

Requirements for Auckland University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:50
Reading
Required:50
Writing
Required:50
Speaking
Required:50
Overall
Required:58
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Business or equivalent qualification
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Proof of identity (Passport or Birth Certificate)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Includes specializations in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, International Business, Management, Marketing, and Sport Leadership and Management.