Certificate in Business Studies
Business & Management
A course by
AUT
Gain a formal university qualification in business and choose from a range of business courses to advance your skills, act as a pathway to further study, or complement your professional experience.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
Core skills this course teaches

Broad Business Knowledge
Develop foundational knowledge and understanding of core business disciplines according to your chosen study areas.

Pathway to Further Study
Gain academic credit toward Bachelor of Business, enabling direct progression for those who wish to pursue further business education.

Applied Skills for Employment
Build relevant professional skills that can be immediately applied in the workplace or to enhance career advancement.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Business Studies at AUT is designed for people with some work experience who do not yet have a bachelor's degree. The programme provides the flexibility to choose four courses from AUT's Bachelor of Business, enabling you to gain foundational knowledge in business disciplines in a short period. This certificate can serve as a stepping-stone to the Bachelor of Business or as a credential to advance in your current career.
Course Content
- Choose any four courses (60 points) from the Bachelor of Business
- Option to complete a focus area by selecting at least three courses from a specific business subject
- Study planner available for mapping elective business papers
What you need to know first
University Entrance or equivalent for domestic students.
International students: see country-specific entry requirements.
English language: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with all bands 5.5 or higher, or equivalent.

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business
Management
Commerce

Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level business roles
Progression in current employment
Foundation for management responsibilities