Study Business
Why Study Business in New Zealand?
Gain an internationally-recognised qualification
Studying business in New Zealand means that you have access to leading professors and tutors who will support you to grow ideas, analyse them and apply them to real-life business situations.
Your qualification from any of New Zealand’s eight universities or top institutes will be recognised in many countries around the world. Companies in New Zealand and overseas understand that the course or degree you studied for in New Zealand is of high-quality.
work while you study
Most international students studying full-time are able to work part-time up to 20 hours per week. This gives you an opportunity to gain work experience while studying towards your business course. Some business courses or degrees in New Zealand also offer internships or work placement during the course.
launch your business career
Business courses and business management courses in NZ are perfectly placed for you to launch your business career. You can develop skills such as teamwork, versatility and project management. You can also learn how to work and adapt in both multicultural and Western environments, as New Zealand is comprised of a variety of different cultures.
You can develop a strong network of contacts in the business industry, especially in Auckland as it’s the commercial hub of New Zealand - shown through the fact that international businesses like Google and Uber have offices in Auckland.
Business Courses in New Zealand
Bachelor of Business (Level 7)
AUT University
AUT University is known for its practical, hands-on approach to learning and the business degree is no different. The Bachelor of Business at AUT has been developed by the latest business research and employer feedback. In the final year of your degree, you will gain work experience, create a practical project or a new business venture.
You can also choose to do a conjoint or double degree in addition to the Bachelor of Business. This allows you to study for another degree at the same time (minimising the amount of time you take to complete both degrees) or directly afterwards. A popular option is the Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Communication Studies Conjoint Degree, or the Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Laws Double Degree.
Available majors: Accounting // Economics // Management // Information Systems // International Business & Strategy // Marketing, Advertising, Retailing & Sales // Finance // Human Resource Management & Employment Relations
Bachelor of Commerce (Level 7)
The University of Auckland
The Bachelor of Commerce at The University of Auckland provides you the opportunity to gain skills such as problem-solving, teamwork and communication that will help you in your future business career in New Zealand or overseas. The papers in your first year core programme of study will give you a strong foundation of academic and professional skills to launch into your majors and minors.
Students are also required to take one or two General Elective papers during their degree - a distinctive feature of The University of Auckland which encourages students to broaden their education.
The Bachelor of Commerce at The University of Auckland is also open for conjoint degrees.
Available majors: Accounting // Economics // Finance // Marketing // Business Analytics // Commercial Law // Information Systems // International Business // Management // Innovation & Entrepreneurship // Taxation // Operations & Supply Chain Management
Bachelor of Commerce (Level 7)
Victoria University of Wellington
The Bachelor of Commerce at Victoria University of Wellington is designed to give you the knowledge and skills you need for a successful career in business. You’ll develop strong skills in communication, critical thinking and you’ll learn how to understand how different cultures do business. Victoria University of Wellington is among just 1% of universities in the world that have the ‘Triple Crown’ of international business education credentials (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, European Quality Improvement System and Association of MBAs).
Available majors: Accounting // Actuarial Science // Commercial Law // Data Science // Economics // Finance // Human Resource Management & Industrial Relations // Information Systems // International Business // Management // Marketing // Public Policy // Taxation // Tourism Management
Bachelor of Business (Level 7)
Massey University
Within six months of graduation, around 85% of Massey University’s Bachelor of Business graduates are employed in the area of their choice in New Zealand or overseas. This shows the excellent quality of Massey University’s business degree where you will learn leadership, creativity, effective communication and other vital skills employers are looking for in a business graduate. The business school at Massey University has great connections with communities and potential employers and you’ll have real-world experience helping local community organisations.
Available majors: Accountancy // Economics // Finance // Financial Planning & Advice // International Business // Human Resource Management & Employment Relations // Management // Marketing // Strategic Communication // Organisational Technology Management // Property
Bachelor of Business (Level 7)
The University of Waikato
The Bachelor of Business at The University of Waikato is focused on developing business innovators and entrepreneurs of the future. The degree will equip you with the flexible skills and innovative thinking you’ll need in today’s changing business environment. The University of Waikato also holds the ‘Triple Crown’ accreditation among business schools worldwide, ensuring its high quality education. Throughout your degree, you’ll work on real-world case studies and learn from guest lecturers from the business industry. In the final year of your degree, you’ll have the opportunity to test your skills in a real-world organisation by gaining practical industry experience.
Available majors: Accounting // Digital Business // Economics // Finance // Human Resource Management // Marketing // Public Relations // Strategic Management // Supply Chain Management // Tourism & Hospitality Management
Bachelor of Commerce (Level 7)
University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury and its business partners provide lots of opportunities for you to gain practical experience and make industry contacts. The Bachelor of Commerce at University of Canterbury consists of award-winning lecturers and business competitions and clubs for students. This degree will give you the knowledge and skills needed in the expanding world of business - from financial markets to online commerce.
Available majors: Accounting // Business & Sustainability // Business Economics // Economics // Innovation // International Business // Human Resource Management // Information Systems // Marketing // Operations & Supply Chain Management // Strategy & Entrepreneurship // Entrepreneurship // Finance // Taxation // Taxation & Accounting // Tourism Marketing & Management // Management
Bachelor of Commerce (Level 7)
University of Otago
The Bachelor of Commerce at University of Otago provides high quality education that allows you to reach your professional goals in the business industry. The University of Otago has world-leading lecturers and a reputation for excellence in teaching and research. In fact, it’s New Zealand’s leading business school for research.
Available majors: Accounting // Economics // Finance // Human Resource Management // Information Science // International Business // Management // Marketing // Philosophy, Politics & Economics // Tourism
Bachelor of Commerce (Level 7)
Lincoln University
Lincoln University’s Bachelor of Commerce degree has a specific focus on value chains. Value chains connect the world - whether it be in marketing, global business, supply chain management, food and resource economics, or accounting and finance, our graduates are bringing the world to New Zealand and New Zealand to the world. As economies have become more linked and businesses have become more reliant on international markets for raw materials and consumers, there’s an increasing need for people who understand the global nature of value chains. The Bachelor of Commerce at Lincoln University will give you the skillset to be one of those people.
Available majors: Accounting & Finance // Food & Resource Economics // Global Business // Hotel & Tourism Management // Individual // Marketing // Supply Chain Management
Bachelor of Commerce (Agriculture) (Level 7)
Lincoln University
The Bachelor of Commerce (Agriculture) at Lincoln University is a specialised, industry-based degree that will prepare you for leadership in the farming and agribusiness sectors. Throughout your degree you’ll learn about bio-economic basis for agriculture through real-world case studies, applied academic courses, field trips and regional study tours. The degree is structured around plant and livestock production, integrated farm management, soil management and agribusiness courses. You can also choose additional courses to extend your career opportunities.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS (Level 8)
GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS INNOVATION (Level 7)
NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS - WITH STRANDS IN LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT (Level 6)
NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS - WITH STRANDS IN LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT (Level 5)
ICL Graduate Business School
The ICL Graduate Business School under ICL Education provides quality education within a motivating and supportive learning environment. Choose from one of the business courses - all of which will equip you with the knowledge, values and attitudes that are essential to succeed in the business industry. You’ll gain skills such as leadership, teamwork, entrepreneurship and more. ICL will help you become independent and develop the skills that will enable you to succeed in further education or employment in New Zealand.