Business & Management
A course by
Otago University
A one-year, NZQA Level 5 diploma enabling motivated students who narrowly missed university entrance to progress directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) at Otago.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Dunedin, Dunedin
It will take a total of 1 year

Graduates will be eligible for direct admission to the second year of the Bachelor of Commerce, having completed all required foundational courses.

Develop a broad understanding of fundamental business and commerce concepts across a range of disciplines.

Gain the academic skills, confidence, and support needed to succeed in university-level commerce study in New Zealand.
The University of Otago Diploma in Commerce (DipCom) is an intensive, one-year qualification crafted for domestic and international students who just miss the New Zealand university entrance criteria. The diploma provides focused support and academic development, preparing students for successful transition into the second year of the Bachelor of Commerce. The programme covers core foundation commerce subjects alongside introductory courses in an intended major, supporting students to advance efficiently into their degree of choice.
What you need to know first
Approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Commerce)
For international students: overall IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5.0) or equivalent, completion of high school final year, minimum B- average across three relevant subjects (or equivalent)

Business
Commerce
Finance
Management

Pathway to careers in business, commerce, and management, after further study
Business & Management
A course by
Otago University
A one-year, NZQA Level 5 diploma enabling motivated students who narrowly missed university entrance to progress directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) at Otago.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Dunedin, Dunedin
It will take a total of 1 year

Graduates will be eligible for direct admission to the second year of the Bachelor of Commerce, having completed all required foundational courses.

Develop a broad understanding of fundamental business and commerce concepts across a range of disciplines.

Gain the academic skills, confidence, and support needed to succeed in university-level commerce study in New Zealand.
The University of Otago Diploma in Commerce (DipCom) is an intensive, one-year qualification crafted for domestic and international students who just miss the New Zealand university entrance criteria. The diploma provides focused support and academic development, preparing students for successful transition into the second year of the Bachelor of Commerce. The programme covers core foundation commerce subjects alongside introductory courses in an intended major, supporting students to advance efficiently into their degree of choice.
What you need to know first
Approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Commerce)
For international students: overall IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5.0) or equivalent, completion of high school final year, minimum B- average across three relevant subjects (or equivalent)

Business
Commerce
Finance
Management

Pathway to careers in business, commerce, and management, after further study
For domestic students: sufficient achievement at NCEA Level 3 or equivalent, but not meeting university entrance
For domestic students: sufficient achievement at NCEA Level 3 or equivalent, but not meeting university entrance