Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business Conjoint Programmes
Mixed Studies
A course by
AUT
A four-year conjoint degree at AUT combining a Bachelor of Business and a Bachelor of Arts, designed to equip students with strong business acumen and communication skills suitable for diverse career opportunities.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 4 years
Core skills this course teaches
Graduate with two degrees in four years
Gain both a Bachelor of Business and a Bachelor of Arts in a reduced timeframe compared to completing the degrees separately.
Develop interdisciplinary skills
Combine specialist knowledge and skills across business and arts, increasing adaptability to a diverse range of careers.
Improve professional communication and engagement
Refine communication skills and learn to engage with diverse communities in complex business and social environments.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business Conjoint Programmes at AUT enable students to graduate with two complementary bachelor's degrees in as little as four years. The programme combines business skills with a wide choice of arts majors—including languages, event management, culinary arts, social sciences, and more—preparing graduates for careers that cross disciplinary boundaries and respond to diverse workplace needs in New Zealand and internationally.
Course Content
- Business core courses (e.g. accounting, economics, finance, marketing, management, information systems)
- Arts majors (e.g. creative writing, criminology, culinary arts, economics, education, event management, global tourism, history, international studies, interpreting, Māori development, Māori media, NZ Sign Language and Deaf Studies, psychology, social sciences)
- Development of communication, analytical and research skills
- Interdisciplinary project and practical components
- Cultural and community engagement modules (depending on major selection)
What you need to know first
University Entrance or equivalent
NCEA Level 3 with merit or equivalent
For Interpreting majors: High competency in English plus one other language, and interview
For NZ Sign Language - English Interpreting major: High competency in English, interview required
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business
Arts
Education
Event Management
Tourism
Community Engagement
Future employment opportunities might be
Business analyst
Marketing specialist
Event manager
Communications consultant
Cultural adviser
International business roles
Project manager
Social researcher
Policy advisor (depending on chosen majors)