Bachelor of Business (Honours)
Business & Management
A course by
AUT
A one-year postgraduate research degree for high-achieving business or commerce graduates, providing advanced business research skills and the opportunity for specialisation.
NZ$13,630
inc GST
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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
NZ$13,630
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced research skills
Gain competency in postgraduate research methods and contribute to knowledge through independent supervised research.
Critically analyse and evaluate literature
Demonstrate ability to critically analyse and evaluate professional and research literature in business.
Deepen specialist business knowledge
Attain in-depth understanding in a chosen specialist business discipline.
About This Course
The Bachelor of Business (Honours) is an advanced one-year postgraduate programme for outstanding business or commerce graduates. It deepens research skills and deepens understanding in a chosen business area. Students work closely with supervisors, complete advanced coursework, and conduct independent research. The honours demonstrates academic excellence and can lead to higher study in master's or doctoral programmes. The degree comprises specialisation courses, research methods courses, and a dissertation.
Course Content
- Advanced specialisation courses (30 points) in chosen business field
- Research methods courses (30 points): philosophical foundations and methodological training
- Dissertation (60 points): original supervised research
- Postgraduate induction: research preparation, student support, library resources
- Topics vary by specialisation (e.g. Accounting, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, International Business, Management, Marketing, Sport Leadership and Management)
Entry Requirements
Bachelor of Business with a B+ grade average or higher in level 7 courses in the selected subject area, or equivalent
Admission subject to approval by the Dean (or representative)
Build towards these roles
Entry to professional or managerial roles in business specialisationsEmployment in consulting, business analysis, accountancy, finance, marketing, management, or sport management depending on chosen specialisationPreparation for research or academic careers
Build skills in these industries
BusinessManagementFinanceAccountingEconomicsInformation SystemsMarketingSport Leadership
