Bachelor of Business (Honours)

Business & Management

A course by

AUT

A one-year postgraduate research programme for high-achieving business or commerce graduates, offering advanced studies and research in a specialist business field.

NZ$11,220

inc GST

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This course starts anytime

NZQA Level 8 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

Post Grad

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

City Campus, Auckland

It will take a total of 1 year

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Develop advanced research skills

Acquire the ability to conduct independent, methodologically rigorous research in a chosen business discipline.

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Specialist business knowledge

Gain an in-depth understanding of current research, theories, issues, and controversies in a chosen business specialisation.

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Critical analysis and evaluation

Critically analyse and evaluate research and professional literature relevant to business and commerce.

What You're Signing Up For

The Bachelor of Business (Honours) at AUT is designed for exceptional business or commerce graduates wanting to develop advanced research skills and deepen their expertise in a specialist business field. The programme combines advanced courses, research methods, and a dissertation, preparing students for impactful research and professional practice. Graduates are equipped for leadership roles across business sectors or progression to master's and doctoral studies.

Course Content

  • Advanced specialisation courses (in areas such as Accounting, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, International Business, Management, Marketing, Sport Leadership and Management)
  • Research methods courses
  • Research Dissertation
  • Postgraduate induction covering research skills, support, and university resources

What you need to know first

Bachelor of Business with a B+ average or higher in level 7 courses in the selected subject area, or equivalent

Approval by the Dean (or representative)

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Business

  • Commerce

  • Management

  • Consulting

  • Finance

  • Marketing

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Advanced business analyst

  • Corporate leadership roles

  • Management consultant

  • Specialist roles in chosen field (e.g. accounting, economics, marketing)

  • Preparation for doctoral research or higher academic study