Postgraduate Diploma in Business

Business & Management

A course by

AUT

Develop advanced business knowledge and skills and expertise in contemporary business research in one year with AUT's Postgraduate Diploma in Business.

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 contemporary business knowledge and skills

Build up-to-date knowledge and skills in business and management, preparing graduates for advanced roles in the business world.

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Apply research methodologies in business

Understand and apply research methodologies to analyze and solve business problems.

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Specialize in business subject areas

Gain expertise in a range of business disciplines including management, marketing, international business, and sport leadership.

What You're Signing Up For

The Postgraduate Diploma in Business at AUT is designed for those looking to build on their undergraduate business degree and gain in-depth expertise in business concepts and research methodologies. This coursework-only programme covers advanced business topics such as management, marketing, international business, sport leadership and management, and research methodologies. It is an ideal pathway for enhancing career prospects and can lead to further study in advanced degree programmes such as the Master of Business or the Master of Philosophy.

Course Content

  • Advanced business concepts
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • International Business
  • Sport Leadership and Management
  • Research methodology courses
  • Contemporary business research

What you need to know first

Bachelor of Business or equivalent

Graduate Diploma in Business

Relevant professional qualification equivalent to a bachelor’s degree (subject to approval)

International: Bachelor's degree in a relevant business field from a recognized institution with minimum final-year grades (commonly 70%/B/3.0 GPA or equivalent)

If business major is from a different degree, contact the faculty

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Business and Management

  • Marketing

  • International Business

  • Sport Leadership

  • Research

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Business Analyst

  • Manager

  • Marketing Specialist

  • International Business Consultant

  • Sport Leadership and Management Roles

  • Further academic or research opportunities