Bachelor of Business with Honours
Business & Management
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University of Waikato
The Bachelor of Business with Honours (BBus(Hons)) at the University of Waikato is a one-year postgraduate qualification designed to deepen your expertise in your chosen business major, combining advanced coursework and a research dissertation.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hillcrest Road, Waikato Management School, Hamilton
It will take a total of 1 year
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Advanced critical thinking in business
Critically review and synthesise core theory, perspectives and analytical approaches within your specialist business subject.
Research and analytical skills
Apply knowledge to find, interpret, critique and evaluate business research, policy, and commentary relevant to your discipline.
Solution development
Make informed decisions, find solutions, and propose applications within your field using disciplinary knowledge, including considerations of sustainability.
What You're Signing Up For
The BBus(Hons) is an honours postgraduate degree for students who have completed a Bachelor of Business. It allows you to extend your knowledge and expertise in your specialist business subject, develop advanced critical thinking and research skills, and enhance your career prospects. The program comprises a mix of taught papers in your major (at least 60 points), a research dissertation (at least 30 points), and elective options. It is ideal for those seeking accelerated professional growth or preparation for an academic or research career. You will develop the confidence to identify, analyse, and solve complex organisational, business, and social challenges.
Course Content
- 500 Level Specialist subject papers (at least 60 points) in areas such as Accounting, Agribusiness, Digital Business, Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Leadership, Marketing, Public Relations, Strategic Management, Supply Chain Management, and Tourism Management
- 500 Level Research Dissertation (at least 30 points) on a topic of your choice
- 500 Level Elective papers (up to 30 points)
- Critical review and synthesis of theory, perspectives, and analytical approaches
- Application of research and policy evaluation in specialist subject
- Problem solving, solution development, and application of business knowledge
- Advanced communication of research-informed arguments and ideas
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Business (BBus) degree or equivalent qualification
Minimum B grade average across 300-level papers in BBus or equivalent
Prerequisites for graduate study in chosen major subject as determined by the Academic Board
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business
Management
Finance
Accounting
Marketing
Human Resources
Economics
Tourism
Public Relations
Supply Chain Management
Future employment opportunities might be
Business consultant
Management roles in organisations
Specialist roles in accounting, finance, HR, marketing, PR, supply chain, tourism
Policy analyst
Research and academic positions
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