This internationally recognised masters degree will prepare you to launch a professional career in accounting after just 14 months of study. Start your academic journey towards becoming a professionally qualified accountant today.
The Bachelor of Business with Honours is a one-year postgraduate honours degree in a specialist subject, which follows on from the Bachelor of Business. It signals to employers that you have advanced knowledge in your chosen field of study, and can give you a competitive edge in the workforce.
With New Zealand's leading Bachelor of Commerce programme you will learn from the country's best teachers and mentors to get a taste of every aspect of the business world before deciding on a major or double major that's right for you.
As a PGDipBioEnt student, you'll gain skills in the financial, marketing and legal aspects of science to prepare you for a wide range of job opportunities in science and business enterprises.
This diploma allows you to study further business courses at an advanced undergraduate level. It can be taken after the completion of an undergraduate business degree or an approved professional qualification in business.
Do you have some work experience but don't yet have a bachelor's degree? Gain a formal university qualification in an area of business that interests you.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirementsIf you have New Zealand qualifications
Interested in business? Start your university studies with our Diploma in Business to explore different business subjects and prepare yourself for further study.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirements for the Diploma in BusinessIf you have New Zealand qualifications
Are you interested in a career in accounting? If you're good with numbers and like the idea of a job where you can help small business owners achieve their business goals, then this programme is a great place to start.
Entry Requirements
To enter this programme, you'll need to have one of the following:
Achievement of NCEA Level 2 including:
8 Literacy credits at Level 2 or above; and
14 Numeracy credits at Level 1 or above
or
An equivalent qualification.
or
Successful completion of an approved qualification at Level 3 or above with a relevant pathway.
Don't meet these requirements?
There may be other options available:
If you're over 20 and have relevant skills/life experience, or
If you're under 20 and have the relevant reading, writing and numeracy skills.
Simply apply online and we'll be in touch about your next steps.
Additional requirements
When you apply for this programme, you must provide proof of your identity (ID) and other documents, such as academic certificates. Please have these handy when you're ready to apply.
See what documents you may need to provide
English language requirements
You'll need to meet the following English language requirement:
8 NCEA literacy credits at Level 2 or above or equivalent
If you don't meet this requirement, you must provide evidence that you have the English proficiency required.
For more information, download the programme regulations:
Financial engineering is a cross-disciplinary field combining financial and economic theory with the mathematical and computational tools needed to design and develop financial products, portfolios, markets, and regulations.
Entry Requirements
To enrol in the Master of Financial Engineering you should have:
a bachelor's degree with a B+ Grade Point Average in 300-level courses; and
completed specified 200-level MATH and STAT courses (or equivalent courses); and
been approved to enrol.
If you have a minimal statistics and finance background, you may be required to take FIEC601 Quantitative Finance and Economics in January-February before enrolling.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Financial Engineering or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.
Ready to take the business world by storm? Advance your knowledge and skills, and progress your career. Choose from a range of highly relevant and in-demand specialisations, including Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, Advanced HR, Leadership or Supply Chain & Logistics.
Entry Requirements
What you will need to study this programme.
Domestic students
Academic requirements
You must have completed at least one of the following:
A recognised bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant discipline with merit achievement deemed to be a grade average of B- or higher; or
A professional qualification in a relevant discipline recognised as being equivalent to merit achievement in a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.
Don't meet these Academic requirements?
If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 455 KB)
International studentsAcademic requirements
You must have completed at least one of the following:
A recognised bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant discipline with merit achievement deemed to be a grade average of B- or higher; or
A professional qualification in a relevant discipline recognised as being equivalent to merit achievement in a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
And English entry requirements;
If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:
Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6.5 with no band score lower than 6
University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.
Don't meet these Academic requirements?
If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 455 KB)
Gain a solid understanding of how businesses operate and the key issues you will face as a future decision-maker in business with AUT's Bachelor of Business degree.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirementsIf you have New Zealand qualifications
Advance your business career with a solid grounding in contemporary business practice, specialise in an area of interest, and prepare for a future in leadership.
