AUT - 2016 Postgraduate Professional Business

AUT BUSINESS SCHOOL
AUT BUSINESS SCHOOL POSTGRADUATE
PROFESSIONAL
POSTGRADUATE STUDY GUIDE 2016
AUT BUSINESS SCHOOL

POSTGRADUATE PROFESSIONAL
PROGRAMMES
STUDY
GUIDE
2016
Welcome to
AUT Business School
Welcome to AUT
E ng mana, e ng reo
E te iti, e te rahi
E ng mtwaka o ng tpito o te ao
Ng mahuetanga iho e kawe nei i ng
moemoe o rtou m
Tn koutou katoa
Our approach to teaching and learning is at the
forefront of business education, and prepares
graduates exceptionally well for their careers.
Wechallenge students to develop as independent
learners through our approach that emphasises
student engagement, interaction with each other,
academic staff and business.
Our postgraduate professional programmes are
designed for people without an undergraduate
degree in the chosen discipline, and are ideal for
those wanting to transform their careers and be at
the forefront of professional business practices.
The AUT Business School offers attractive
formal and informal learning spaces, and
teaching staff who are recruited on the basis
of practical experience as well as academic
credentials. The application of theory in practical
business situations, set in an interactive learning
environment is a strong drawcard for prospective
students and their employers.
Piki mai r, kake mai r,

Nau mai, haere mai ki tnei o ng wnanga
Whakatau mai i raro i te korowai huru
o Te Wnanga
Aronui o Tmaki Makau Rau
To the prestigious, the many voices
The few, the great
To those of all races and creeds
We who remain to fulfil the dreams and
aspirations of the ancestors
Greetings one and all
Climb, ascend
Embark on the journey of knowledge
Let us at AUT embrace and empower you
To strive for and achieve excellence
Strong links with industry and professional bodies

are a defining characteristic of the AUT Business
School and these ensure that our curriculum
remains current and reflects the needs of
contemporary business.
We are focused on developing graduates who are
confident business professionals. The success of
this is evident through international benchmarking
of our student engagement and outcomes,
outstanding international rankings and through
our strong graduate employment.
Professor Geoff Perry
BA Auck., MA Auck., MPhil (Hons) Auck., PhD Auck.,
DipCom, PGDipSocSci (Dist) Massey, DipTchg.
Dean, Faculty of Business and Law
Pro Vice Chancellor
Te whakatupu i te kunga, i te mana taurite me ng

tikanga matatika, i ng pkenga ako,
i ng pkenga whakaako me te ta rangahau hei hpai
i ng hpori whnui o te motu, otir, o te ao.
To foster excellence, equity and ethics in learning,
teaching, research and scholarship, and in so doing
serve our regional, national and international
communities.
Contents
Course information
About AUT
07 Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate

in Business Administration
02
03
04
21
09 Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate

in Professional Accounting
Applying for your programme
06 Postgraduate Certificate in Business Studies
10 Postgraduate Diploma in Global Business

11 Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Finance
11 Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing
AUTs faculties and schools

Postgraduate professional qualifications overview
Why study postgraduate business at AUT?
Campus map
19 Fees and payment

20 How to apply
20 Find out more
12 Master of Applied Finance

14 Master of Global Business
15 Master of Marketing
16 Master of Business Administration (MBA)
18 Master of Professional Accounting
Image on the inside front cover by Alyson Young Photography.

The information contained in this study guide is primarily intended for domestic students. International students should visit
www.aut.ac.nz/international or email international.centre@aut.ac.nz
Disclaimer: Although every reasonable effort is made to ensure accuracy, the information in this document is provided as a general guide only for
students and is subject to alteration. All students enrolling at AUT should consult its official document, the AUT Calendar, which is available online at
www.aut.ac.nz/calendar, to ensure that they are aware of, and comply with, all regulations, requirements and policies.
The information contained in this study guide was correct at the time of print, September 2015.
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AUTs faculties and schools
AUT has five faculties and 15 schools. The light blue box in the diagram below shows where the programmes in this
study guide sit within AUT.
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW
FACULTY OF CULTURE AND SOCIETY
Business School
School of Education
Law School
School of Hospitality and Tourism
TE ARA PAKIHI ME TE TURE
Te Kura Kaipakihi
Te Kura Ture
TE ARA KETE ARONUI
Te Kura Mtauranga
Te Kura Taurimatanga me te Mahi Tpoi
School of Language and Culture

Te Kura Reo me te Ahurea
FACULTY OF DESIGN AND CREATIVE

TECHNOLOGIES
School of Social Sciences and Public Policy

Te Kura Ptaiao -iwi me ng Kaupapa Tmatanui
TE ARA AUAHA
School of Art and Design

Te Kura Toi a Hoahoa
School of Communication Studies
FACULTY OF HEALTH AND

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Te Kura Whakapho
TE ARA HAUORA A PTAIAO
School of Engineering, Computer and

Mathematical Sciences
Te Kura Whakamahi Ptaiao
Te Kura Mtai Phanga, Rorohiko, Pngarau
Colab: Creative Technologies

Marautanga Matatini
School of Applied Sciences
School of Clinical Sciences

Te Kura Mtai Haumanu
School of Interprofessional Health Studies
Te Kura Pkeho Ngaiotanga o Ng Marau Akoranga Hauora
TE ARA POUTAMA
FACULTY OF MORI AND INDIGENOUS

DEVELOPMENT
School of Public Health and

PsychosocialStudies
Te Kura Hauora Tmatanui
School of Sport and Recreation

Te Kura Hkinakina
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Postgraduate professional qualifications overview
Well-known for the high calibre of its graduates, the AUT Business School offers a range of professional
qualifications that can help you gain career advancement or even establish a new career direction.
PROGRAMME
CAREER ASPIRATIONS
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
REFER TO
PAGE
Postgraduate Certificate
in Business Studies
4-6 months full-time/
8 months part-time
Professional roles in business
An undergraduate degree in any field, or

equivalent.
in Business Administration
8-16 months part-time
Management at a senior
organisational level, providing
leadership in a specialist field of
business
An undergraduate degree in any field and

3years of relevant work experience.
Postgraduate Diploma in
Business Administration
leadership in a specialist field of
business

Postgraduate Certificate in
Professional Accounting
8 months part-time
Professional roles in the

accountingfield
An undergraduate degree, or equivalent in

any field.
8 months full-time/
part-time available
Professional roles in the accounting

field

any field.
Global Business
8 months full-time/
part-time available
Professional roles in the global

business field

any field.
10
AppliedFinance
8 months full-time/
part-time available
Professional roles in the finance field

any field.
11
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing

8 months full-time/
part-time available
Professional roles in the

marketingfield

any field.
11
Master of Applied Finance

12 months fast-track or
up to 16 months full-time/
part-time available
Professional roles in the finance field
An undergraduate degree, or
equivalent in any field. B- grade average in
papers at level 7 or equivalent is required.
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Master of Global Business

part-time available
Professional roles in the global

business field
14
Master of Marketing
part-time available
Professional roles in the marketing

field
15
Master of Business Administration

2-4 years part-time
leadership in business

16
Master of Professional
Accounting
part-time available
Accounting professional, registered

chartered accountant

any field. B- grade average in papers at level 7
or equivalent is required.
18
For postgraduate research qualifications refer to the AUT Business School Postgraduate Research Programmes: Study Guide 2016.
For further information, contact the AUT Student Centre on 0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864) or visit www.aut.ac.nz/business
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Why study postgraduate professional

programmes at AUT Business School?
Preparing tomorrows business leaders
At the AUT Business School we understand the
importance of operating in a complex, global
environment. So do our graduates. Our interactive
classes ensure our students are challenged to ask
questions, explain their ideas, and work together to
identify and solve problems. Our graduates have the
expertise and analytical skills to meet economic and
social challenges, and add immediate value to an
organisation and the business environment.
Among the top 5% of business schools

worldwide
Were internationally recognised among an elite group
of just 5% of business schools worldwide, accredited
by AACSB International (the Association to Advance
Collegiate Schools of Business). AACSB-accredited
schools are considered the best business schools in
the world, with the highest standard of education in
this field. Accreditation is a stamp of quality for both
students and employers, and shows overall high quality
in teaching and research practices.
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Our school is internationally renowned, having been

awarded 4 Palmes by Eduniversal as well as an overall
four-star rating from QS and the maximum five stars
in Teaching & Student Quality, Internationalisation &
Diversity, and Facilities.
Connected to business and community

We work hard to make sure that what we teach is
relevant to the needs of the business world. Were
proud of our strong partnerships with businesses
and the wider community, and often collaborate with
industry organisations on research and other projects.
We partner with many of the countrys top business
leaders who advise us on our curriculum, so you can be
confident youre developing the skills employers need.
Leading businesses also show their support through
the annual AUT Faculty of Business and Law Awards.
AUT is proud to have a range of organisations from the
business community recognising our top postgraduate
students successes.
1AUT Business School (building on the right) has a five-star QS rating for facilities 2Natalia Kolyadina graduated with a Master of Professional Accounting and is
now working at PwC 3Part-time and full-time options are available to accommodate working professionals
Designed to fit with your career and lifestyle
AUT Venture Fund
With our Professional Masters degrees you can study

business at masters level without an undergraduate
degree in business. These programmes can be
completed in as little as 12-16 months, which is hugely
beneficial for international students, those wanting to
change careers or small-to-medium business owners
wanting to invest in their future. You can also study
part-time to suit your lifestyle. There is strong support
for postgraduate students provided by the Faculty
Professional Masters and MBA Office, and the University
Postgraduate Centre.
The AUT Venture Fund encourages students to apply

for funding to establish and grow high quality business
ventures. The fund has been enabled by donations to
the business school and support from industry.
Informed lecturers and industry experts

The AUT Business School has 35 professorial staff and
other leading scholars, who are recognised specialists
both nationally and internationally. Our lecturers are
researching and teaching at the leading edge of their
specialisations, bringing this knowledge and expertise to
the classroom.
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Postgraduate Certificate in Business Studies

POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS STUDIES
PgCertBusSt
Code
AK1070
Level of study
Points
60
Duration

8 months part-time
Venue
City Campus
Start date
29 February and
22 August 2016
Minimum entry
requirements
Applicants must have

completed a bachelors degree
(in any discipline), OR 10 years
of work experience combined
with a work-based portfolio.
Admission is subject to the
approval of the dean (or
representative).
English language
requirements
IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall

with a minimum score of 6.0 in
each band.
AUT encourages early application. This qualification will remain open

until all places have been filled.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Business Studies is

designed for students who want to gain a postgraduate
qualification in stages. It provides you with a
sound foundation in business studies, covering a
range of subjects including finance, international
business, marketing, accounting, business statistics,
management and economics. Once you have completed
this postgraduate certificate, you may want to consider
further study in one of our postgraduate diploma or
masters programmes.
What this qualification covers

You must successfully complete 60 points from the
following papers (all papers are 15 points each):

Economics for Business

Financial Accounting
Financial Management
Global Business
Management Accounting for Business
Managing Global Business
Managing Organisations and People
Marketing Management
Statistics for Business
If you want to continue on to a postgraduate diploma or

masters programme, its important that you choose the
right papers in the Postgraduate Certificate in Business
Studies as not all papers can be credited across to each
of the higher qualifications. For more information please
visit https://autonline.aut.ac.nz and click on Business
MBA & Professional Masters Programme Information,
under My Organisations.
Further study
Postgraduate Diploma in Global Business
see page 10
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Finance
see page 11
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing see page 11
Master of Applied Finance see page 12
Master of Global Business see page 14
Master of Marketing see page 15
Master of Professional Accounting see page 18
For more details visit www.aut.ac.nz/business
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Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate

Certificate in Business Administration
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA
IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
PgDipBA
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
PgCertBA
Code
AK1019
Code
AK1020
Level of study
Level of study
Points
120
Points
60
Duration

Duration

Venue
City Campus
Venue
City Campus
Minimum entry
requirements
Must have completed one of:

A bachelors degree OR
Graduate diploma OR
Relevant professional
qualification or professional
experience approved to be
equivalent to a bachelors
degree AND
Have a minimum of three
years of relevant professional
experience since gaining the
degree or other qualification.
approval of the MBA director.
Minimum entry
requirements

Graduate diploma OR
degree AND
Have a minimum of three
years of relevant professional
English language
requirements

each band.
English language
requirements

each band.
Other
requirements
Aptitude test and/or interview

may be required.
Applicants who have completed
their tertiary study or work
experience overseas may
require a satisfactory result in
the GMAT.
Other
requirements

may be required.
the GMAT.


These programmes provide an entry point for students

who dont want to enrol in a full Master of Business
Administration (MBA) or who need added flexibility.
We encourage you to continue into the MBA (see page
16). Each paper involves six weeks of classes, followed
by an exam week. You can start at any one of six
entry points in the year: January, February, May, June,
August, October.
Further study
Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration
Students can progress to the Postgraduate Diploma in
Business Administration by completing a further 60 points.
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration
Students can progress to the MBA by applying to the
MBA director and completing a further 60 points.
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Amanda Huff
Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration

Master of Business Administration student
Setting yourself short-term goals can really help with your
postgraduate study, says business administration student
Amanda Huff.
I know I work best if I set myself short-term goals. An MBA
is something I had wanted to pursue for a long time, but that
is quite a big commitment on top of work and family. Being
able to start with the Postgraduate Certificate in Business
Administration was perfect for me.
A new perspective
Postgraduate study has helped to boost her confidence, says
Amanda who balances study with her busy IT career.
Studying has changed me. I think differently now and my
perspective on many aspects of life has changed, and it
happened very quickly.
Im continually inspired by lecturers and appreciate learning
from their vast experience, which is often global.
Support when you need it
Being around like-minded people in class is invaluable,
saysAmanda.
I try to balance being a mum, working full-time and studying.
I manage my time and plan but there are always curveballs,
for example my son inevitably becomes sick when I have a big
assignment due.
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Its good to be surrounded by classmates who face similar

challenges. We all have different backgrounds but were
all on the same journey and understand what everyone is
goingthrough.
She was amazed by the vast amount of support available to
postgraduate students at AUT.
There is help there if you need it, particularly through the
Student Learning Centre. For example, there is a wide range
of postgraduate workshops you can attend, from personal
branding to academic referencing, Amanda says.
Advice for other students
Her advice to other postgraduate students is to make sure you
celebrate each success.
I make the most of the time I have with my family and we
always make sure we celebrate each small success that way
we all win. Having my partners support definitely helps me
achieve good grades.
Its also very important to make time for fun to balance out all
the hard work.
Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate

Certificate in Professional Accounting
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN
PROFESSIONALACCOUNTING
PgDipPA
Code
AK3711
Level of study
Points
120
Duration

8 months part-time
Venue
City Campus
Start date
29 February and
22 August 2016
Minimum entry
requirements
Must have completed a

bachelors degree or graduate
diploma (in any discipline), OR
10 years of work experience
combined with a work-based
portfolio
representative).
English language
requirements

each band.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN
PROFESSIONALACCOUNTING
PgCertPA
Code
AK3811
Level of study
Points
60
Duration

8 months part-time
Venue
City Campus
Start date
29 February and
22 August 2016
Minimum entry
requirements

portfolio
representative).
English language
requirements

each band

These programmes are designed for students who

want to change careers and become an accountant but
are not ready to enrol in a full Master of Professional
Accounting (MPA). You are encouraged to continue
into the MPA.
What these qualifications cover

You must successfully complete 120 points (for
the postgraduate diploma) or 60 points (for the
postgraduate certificate) from the following papers.
Allpapers are 15 points:

Accounting Information Systems

Business Law
Law of Business Organisations
Taxation in New Zealand
Further study
Master of Professional Accounting see page 18
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Postgraduate Diploma in Global Business
Code
AK1066
With the Postgraduate Diploma in Global Business

students with a bachelors degree in any field can
study global business at postgraduate level. In as
little as eight months, you will develop the knowledge
and skills required for professional roles that involve
cross-border business activities.
Level of study
Points
120

following papers (all papers are 15 points):
Duration
8 months full-time/
part-time available
Venue
City Campus
Start date
29 February and
22 August 2016
Minimum entry
requirements

portfolio
representative).
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN GLOBAL BUSINESS

PgDipGBus
English language
requirements

each band.

10

Global Business
Global Business in Asia
Global Organisation Behaviour
Globalisation and the World Economy
SMEs in the Global Economy
Further study
Master of Global Business see page 14
Postgraduate Diploma
in Applied Finance
Postgraduate Diploma
in Marketing
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN APPLIED FINANCE

PgDipAF
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN MARKETING

PgDipMktg
Code
AK1056
Code
AK1046
Level of study
Level of study
Points
120
Points
120
Duration
8 months full-time/
part-time available
Duration
8 months full-time/
part-time available
Venue
City Campus
Venue
City Campus
Start date
29 February and
22 August 2016
Start date
29 February and
22 August 2016
Minimum entry
requirements

portfolio
representative).
Minimum entry
requirements

portfolio
representative).
English language
requirements

each band.
English language
requirements

each band.


The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Finance is

designed for students with a bachelors degree in any
field who want to prepare themselves for a professional
role in the financial services sector.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing is designed

for students with a bachelors degree in any field who
want to study marketing at postgraduate level. In as
little as eight months, students will develop the skills
for a professional marketing role.

following papers (all papers are 15 points): Corporate
Financial Management, Economics for Business,
Financial Accounting, Financial Management, Financial
Modelling and Analysis, International Financial
Management, Investment and Risk Management,
Managing Organisations and People, and Statistics
forBusiness.

following papers (all papers are 15 points): Applied
Marketing Concepts, Economics for Business,
Management Accounting for Business, Managing
Organisations and People, Marketing Management,
Strategic Marketing Science, Understanding Consumers
and Understanding Markets.
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MASTER OF APPLIED FINANCE
MAF
Code
AK1055
Level of study
Points
180
Duration
12 months fast-track or up
to16 months full-time/
part-time available
Venue
City Campus
Start date
29 February and
22 August 2016
Minimum entry
requirements

bachelors degree (in any
discipline) with a B- grade
average in papers at level 7 or
equivalent, OR
portfolio
representative).
English language
requirements

each band.

A Master of Applied Finance equips you with the skills

for a wide range of financial fields. Its designed for
professionals with an unrelated degree who want to
gain the specialised skills for a career in the finance
industry. These skills include concepts and techniques
related to corporate finance, investment and financial
risk analysis, restructuring and governance, an
understanding of current issues in international
investment, and the development of portfolio
management strategies.
You will develop the skills to:

Price financial assets and value companies
Provide advice on corporate financing and
restructuring
Analyse price changes in financial markets
Make sound investment decisions and provide advice
to clients
Assess and control financial risks faced by companies
and investors
Apply quantitative methods and statistical analysis
Effectively participate in the management of an
organisation and the finance function

The Master of Applied Finance is taught over six 8-week
terms per year. Each term includes six weeks of teaching
with exams scheduled in week 7 and assessments
handed back in week 8.
There are three key elements: Core professional
knowledge and skills in finance (75 points), associated
business knowledge and skills (60 points) and a research
project in applied finance (45 points).
Papers

Corporate Financial Management

Financial Management
Financial Modelling and Analysis
International Financial Management
Investment and Risk Management
Research Project in Applied Finance
All papers are 15 points with the exception of the

Research Project in Applied Finance which is 45 points.
You will be provided with the required textbooks.
Exit options
You can if required, exit with either the Postgraduate
Diploma in Applied Finance (120 points see page 11)
or the Postgraduate Certificate in Business Studies (60
points see page 6).
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Gurjeet Singh
Master of Applied Finance student

AUTs strong international reputation is what first attracted
him to the university, says Master of Applied Finance student
Gurjeet Singh.
financial management and accounting strategies to compare

the performance of different companies. This will be very
useful in the workplace, he says.
When I decided to turn my dream of a finance career into

reality, I did a lot of research into where to study. AUT is
ranked highly in the world for accounting and finance in the
QS rankings, so I was sure it would set me up well for my
futurecareer.
Our lecturers have a wealth of practical experience.

Forexample, one of my lecturers used to work for a finance
company in New York, and another is a chartered accountant.
They have worked in the industry themselves, so they know
what employers expect.
Gurjeet, who came to AUT as an international student, says his

passion for finance was sparked when he worked in insurance.
A passion for banking

There is little doubt for Gurjeet what he would like to do when
he graduates next year.
I spent two years working for insurance company BGL Group

in the UK, which made me realise just how important finance is
for so many aspects of business, and life. I decided I wanted a
career in finance, but it soon became apparent that I needed a
postgraduate qualification to work in this field. AUTs Master of
Applied Finance was the perfect solution.
Relevant and practical learning
AUTs practical approach is the highlight of Gurjeets studies.
My dream is to work in investment banking, either in

NewZealand or back in India. I used to work as a customer
services officer for an investment bank, and that experience
really inspired me. It just feels like the right environment for
me to work in.
But whatever comes next, I believe completing this degree will
help me get a good job when I graduate.
The focus is on applying the theory to make financial

decisions. For example, the case studies we cover in class apply
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MASTER OF GLOBAL BUSINESS
MGBus
Code
AK1065
Level of study
Points
180
Duration
part-time available
Venue
City Campus
Start date
29 February and
22 August 2016
Minimum entry
requirements

equivalent, OR
portfolio
representative).
English language
requirements

each band.

You will develop the skills to:

Apply theories of globalisation and understand how
these influence decision-making
Evaluate global business opportunities and challenges
and their impact
Evaluate trends in globalisation and their impact
Effectively manage in cross-border and cross-cultural
contexts
Understand the particular challenges SMEs face in the
global economy
Effectively communicate in multicultural contexts

The Master of Global Business is taught over six 8-week
terms per year. Each term includes six weeks of teaching
with exams scheduled in week 7 and assessments
handed back in week 8.
knowledge and skills in international business
(90 points), associated business knowledge and skills
(45 points), and a research project in global business,
achance to apply the knowledge learned earlier to
issues in global business (45 points).
Papers


Global Business
Global Business in Asia
Global Organisation Behaviour
Globalisation and the World Economy
Research Project in Global Business
SMEs in the Global Economy
In a world where technology continues to overcome

geographic limitations, the Master of Global Business
is an increasingly relevant qualification. If you have
a bachelors degree in any field you can study global
business at masters level and develop the skills to
undertake an important role in a global business,
including providing strategic planning or analysis.
All papers are 15 points except for the Research Project

in Global Business which is 45 points.
A Master of Global Business equips you with the

skills to become an integral part of an organisation
that works with international markets, suppliers
andcustomers.
You can, if required, exit with either the Postgraduate

Diploma in Global Business (120 points see page 10)
or the Postgraduate Certificate in Business Studies (60
points see page 6).
You will be provided with the required textbooks for

your papers.
Exit options

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Master of Marketing
MASTER OF MARKETING
MMktg
Code
AK1045
Level of study
Points
180
Duration
part-time available
Venue
City Campus
Start date
29 February and
22 August 2016
Minimum entry
requirements

equivalent, OR
portfolio
representative).
English language
requirements

each band.

Advancements in technology are prompting

increasingly diverse buyer behaviour and making
marketing a critical part of any modern business in
the process. The Master of Marketing is designed for
anyone with an unrelated degree who wants to study
marketing at masters level and develop the skills for a
professional marketing role.
A Master of Marketing can provide you with career
opportunities in a wide range of business, management
and other professional fields. Roles include marketing,
sales, brand management, business development and
market analysis.
You will develop the essential skills to:

Formulate a marketing strategy
Analyse marketing information
Understand the role of integrated marketing
communications
Identify the impact of consumer behaviour on
marketing decisions
Use marketing research to make decisions
Understand cost behaviour and use accounting
information for costing and decision-making
Apply economic concepts to consumer and firm
behaviour
Effectively participate in the management of an
organisation and the marketing function
Effectively communicate in multicultural contexts

The Master of Marketing is taught over six 8-week terms
per year six weeks of teaching with exams in week 7
and assessments handed back in week 8.
knowledge and skills in marketing (90 points),
associated business knowledge and skills (45 points),
and a research project in marketing (45 points).
Papers

Applied Marketing Concepts

Research in Marketing
Research Project in Marketing
Strategic Marketing Science
Understanding Consumers
Understanding Markets
All papers are 15 points with the exception of the

Research Project in Marketing which is 45 points.
Youwill be provided with the required textbooks.
Exit options
You can, if required, exit with either the Postgraduate
Diploma in Marketing (120 points see page 11) or the
Postgraduate Certificate in Business Studies (60 points
see page 6).
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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
MBA
Code
AK3717
Level of study
Points
180
Duration

2-4 years part-time
Venue
City Campus
Start date
5 January 2016
29 February 2016
2 May 2016
27 June 2016
22 August 2016
17 October 2016
Minimum entry
requirements

Graduate diploma OR
degree AND
Have a minimum of five
years relevant professional
English language
requirements

each band.
Other
requirements

may be required.
the GMAT.

until all places have been filled. Students are advised to apply as soon
as possible to secure a place.
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The Master of Business Administration is for those

aspiring to senior management level, those already
in senior management who want to realise their full
potential, or those who are self-employed looking
for the business skills to succeed. Its highly regarded
by employers and designed to offer you maximum
flexibility, making it easy to continue working full-time
while completing your AUT MBA part-time. You
choose the number of papers taken in any given term
to fit around work demands, travel, and personal
commitments as long as you complete the qualification
within four years.
Full-time students usually complete the MBA within 16
months, however you can fast-track and complete the
qualification in one year. Part-time, the MBA usually
takes between two to four years. Each paper involves
six weeks of class learning, with one three-hour
class per week. This is followed by an examination
week then a one-week preparation period for the
followingterm.

The MBA includes 15 core papers including a 30-point
applied business project, as well as six elective papers.
All MBA papers are 7.5 points each, apart from the
30-point project. Core papers cover all the foundations
of business. Key themes develop the values, attitudes
and beliefs that impact on managers and the integrative
capstone and applied business projects enable practical
application. Elective papers enable specialisation and
customised study.
Core papers
Accounting for Managers
Applied Business Project (30 points)
Business Strategy
Business Strategy Simulation
Cognition and Performance
Foundations of Finance
Global Business Perspectives
Human Resource Management
Information Technology Management
Leadership and Personal Development
Macroeconomics for Business
Operations Management
Organisational Change Management
Sustainability and Change

your papers.
Specialist areas
Within the MBA you can specialise in the
followingareas:

Creative Technologies
Human Resource Management
International Business
Marketing
Operations and Management
Supply Chain Management
You need at least 18 months to complete a specialisation

or specialisation pathway option. You can also take
papers from other areas in AUT and credit a maximum
of45 points to the MBA.
MBA with an extended Applied Business Project

This variation of the current MBA integrates the elective
component to provide greater emphasis on the applied
nature of the programme through a 15-point research
methods paper and a 60-point business project.
Exit options
You can, if required, exit with the Postgraduate Diploma
in Business Administration (120 points see page 7)
or Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration
(60points see page 7).
Mike Ward
Area Sales Manager Australasia,

Guardian Industries
Master of Business Administration
When Mike Ward began the AUT MBA programme he was
hoping to achieve personal and professional growth. By the
end of his MBA studies, he had met his wife (a fellow MBA
student), become a father and started his own business.
Now, Mike runs a consultancy firm in the building and
construction industry. Despite being accepted to the MBA
based on ten years management experience, Mike says it was
AUT that gave him the confidence and motivation to start his
own business.
AUT helped me jump several levels of goals in one step.
Iwould not have had this opportunity without the MBA.
Study that fits around your work
Mike chose AUTs MBA programme because he believed it
offered the most flexibility around work commitments and
a more interactive approach to teaching. By the end of his
studies, those qualities were even more highly prized.
One of the greatest challenges for me was making the
commitment to the papers while working full-time and starting
a new business. The programme leaders were understanding
and completely supportive in assisting me with timetable
adjustments and even leave to go overseas.
The industry knowledge of academic staff stood out for me. I
really benefited from the high calibre of the staff and learned
immensely from their practical experience and wisdom.
Essential skills for business leaders
Starting his own business has seen Mike put many of the skills
he gained from the MBA straight into practice.
A significant skill was working with different people and
different nationalities and cultures. It has helped me greatly in
dealing with foreign clients.
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Master of Professional Accounting

MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING
MPA
Code
AK3611
Level of study
Points
240
Duration
part-time available
Venue
City Campus
Start date
29 February and
22 August 2016
Minimum entry
requirements
English language
requirements

average in papers at level 7
orequivalent, OR
portfolio
representative).
each band.

The Master of Professional Accounting equips you with

the skills to change careers and become an accountant.
It can be completed in 16 months fast-track. Its
designed for people with a Master of Applied Finance
or an unrelated degree who want to work towards
registration with leading professional accounting
bodies including the New Zealand Institute of
Chartered Accountants (NZICA).
The MPA will advance your understanding of
accounting from a strategic business perspective
and provide the financial expertise needed for
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senior management roles. Roles may include

chartered accountant, management accountant,
chieffinancialofficer, finance manager, forensic
accountant, business consultant, tax specialist or a role
in seniormanagement.
The MPA provides you with the academic requirements
for membership in:
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants
(NZICA)
Certified Practising Accountants Australia
(CPAAustralia)
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
(CIMA)

To graduate with a Master of Professional Accounting,
you must successfully complete the papers below
(please note that cross-credits are not available for
thisqualification):

Accounting Information Systems

Advanced Financial Accounting
Auditing
Business Law
Finance for Accountants
Law of Business Organisations
Professional Accounting Practice (A)
Professional Accounting Practice (B)
Strategic Management Accounting
Taxation in New Zealand

your papers.
Exit options
You can, if required, exit with the Postgraduate Diploma
in Professional Accounting (120 points see page 9) or
Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Accounting (60
points see page 9), or the Postgraduate Certificate in
Business Studies (60 points see page 6).
How much does it cost?

Fees
To give you an idea of approximate costs, the 2016
tuition fees for domestic students are shown below
(based on full-time study and completing 120 points
a year).
Research programmes
Bachelor of Business
(Honours)
inBusiness
Business
Master of Business
Master of Philosophy
Doctor of Philosophy
Approximately $ (GST inc)
Professional programmes
Business Studies
Applied Finance
Global Business
Marketing
Master of Business
Administration (MBA)
Master of Marketing
Master of Professional
Accounting
Approximately $ (GST inc)
$8,050.00 (120 points)

$4,025.00 (60 points)
To find out more about fees please call

(09) 921 9779 or the AUT Student Centre on
0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864).
Scholarships and awards
There is a wide range of scholarships and awards
available to AUT students at all stages of their study.
To find out more call (09) 921 9837 or visit
www.aut.ac.nz/scholarships
$8,050.00 (120 points)
Student loans and allowances
$12,075.00 (180 points)

$6,375.00 (120 points)
$6,375.00*
If you are a full-time domestic student, you may qualify

for a student loan or allowance. Student loans and
allowances are administered and paid by StudyLink.
The application process can take some time, so its a
good idea to apply early. You can apply for a student
loan or student allowance before your enrolment at
AUTis complete.
$12,810.00 (60 points)

$8,635.00 (60 points)
$10,120.00 (60 points)
$17,270.00 (120 points)
$25,620.00 (120 points)
$17,270.00 (120 points)
$17,270.00 (120 points)
$20,240.00 (120 points)
$25,905.00 (180 points)
$38,430.00 (180 points)
$25,905.00 (180 points)
$25,905.00 (180 points)
To find out more call 0800 88 99 00 or visit

www.studylink.govt.nz
Help with planning and budgeting
We know that studying can be hard on your finances.
AUTs Student Financial Services help students
manage their money and stay within budget. We also
assist students in financial hardship through food and
transport grants, and provide assistance with student
loans and allowances.
For more information visit
www.aut.ac.nz/student_services/financial
How to pay your fees
ONLINE
$40,480.00 (240 points)
* This fee is for completing 120 points only not for the entire
programme.
Fees quoted above are for those points undertaken in

the 2016 academic year. Points undertaken in a future
academic year will be charged at that years fee. AUT
sets fees for each academic year.
If you are an international student, please visit
www.aut.ac.nz/fees for fees and information.
Other fees you may have to pay:

Compulsory student services fee: $640.15 for a

full-time student (based on 120 points a year).
Additional fees such as for course materials or

elective papers please check with your faculty.
Please note that you have to pay your fees in full by the
date specified on your fees invoice.
Students can pay by credit card

or by internet banking online at
http://arion.aut.ac.nz. Your login details
will be required.
OR
Bank transfer: You can make a direct fee
payment into AUT's bank account. Visit
www.aut.ac.nz/payment-options
POST
Pay by cheque, credit or debit card by

completing the payment slip on your
statement/tax invoice, detach and post
to: Fee Payment, AUT, Private Bag 92006,
Auckland 1142
FAX
Pay by credit or debit card by completing

the payment slip on your statement/tax
invoice and fax to (09) 921 9985
IN PERSON
City Campus: AUT Student Centre,

WA building
North Campus:
AUT Student Centre, AG building
South Campus: Campus Reception,
MB building
STUDENT LOAN
(STUDYLINK)
StudyLink will pay your fees directly

to AUT. See your student loan
documentation for more information.
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How to apply
Find out more
Below is your step-by-step guide to the applications

process for domestic students. For more information
visit www.aut.ac.nz/apply
International students should visit
www.aut.ac.nz/international
Visit our website
1 Apply early
Call or email us
Check if your programme has a specific closing date

Places are limited. Submit your application well before
the semester starts
Semester 1 try to apply by 27 November 2015
Semester 2 try to apply by 27 May 2016
2 Complete the application form

Apply online at http://arion.aut.ac.nz

Indicate your programme(s) of choice and major
(if known)
You will be automatically assessed for all your
programme choices at the same time
3 Submit your application

4 We acknowledge your application

e will send you an acknowledgment email/letter,

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which explains how to check the status of your
application on Arion http://arion.aut.ac.nz
We will contact you if we need more information
5 We assess your application

We assess your application to ensure you have

met the entry criteria for the programme(s) you are
applying for
We consider your academic history and relevant
experience to ensure you can succeed
We let you know via Arion if your application has been
successful
Four possible outcomes

Confirmed You have met all the criteria for entry to
your chosen programme and we would like to offer
you a place to study at AUT
Provisional You have met some of the criteria for
entry to your chosen programme of study and we
would like to offer you a provisional place to study at
AUT. If you dont meet the rest of the requirements,
such as gaining University Entrance, then this offer
will be withdrawn
Declined You have not met the criteria for entry to
your chosen programme or all available places have
beentaken
Decision pending We are unable to make a decision
just yet, but will let you know when we expect to make
a decision
6 You accept or decline online
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AUT BUSINESS SCHOOL

AUT BUSINESS SCHOOL POSTGRADUATE

AUT BUSINESS SCHOOL

Piki mai r, kake mai r,

Strong links with industry and professional bodies

Te whakatupu i te kunga, i te mana taurite me ng

07 Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate

09 Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate

Applying for your programme

06 Postgraduate Certificate in Business Studies

10 Postgraduate Diploma in Global Business

AUTs faculties and schools

19 Fees and payment

12 Master of Applied Finance

Image on the inside front cover by Alyson Young Photography.

AUTs faculties and schools

FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND LAW

FACULTY OF CULTURE AND SOCIETY

School of Hospitality and Tourism

TE ARA PAKIHI ME TE TURE

TE ARA KETE ARONUI

Te Kura Taurimatanga me te Mahi Tpoi

School of Language and Culture

FACULTY OF DESIGN AND CREATIVE

School of Social Sciences and Public Policy

School of Art and Design

School of Communication Studies

FACULTY OF HEALTH AND

TE ARA HAUORA A PTAIAO

School of Engineering, Computer and

Te Kura Whakamahi Ptaiao

Te Kura Mtai Phanga, Rorohiko, Pngarau

Colab: Creative Technologies

School of Applied Sciences

School of Clinical Sciences

School of Interprofessional Health Studies

Te Kura Pkeho Ngaiotanga o Ng Marau Akoranga Hauora

FACULTY OF MORI AND INDIGENOUS

School of Public Health and

School of Sport and Recreation

Postgraduate professional qualifications overview

Professional roles in business

An undergraduate degree in any field, or

An undergraduate degree in any field and

An undergraduate degree in any field and

Professional roles in the

An undergraduate degree, or equivalent in

Professional roles in the accounting

An undergraduate degree, or equivalent in

Professional roles in the global

An undergraduate degree, or equivalent in

Professional roles in the finance field

An undergraduate degree, or equivalent in

Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing

Professional roles in the

An undergraduate degree, or equivalent in

Master of Applied Finance

Professional roles in the finance field

Master of Global Business

Professional roles in the global

Professional roles in the marketing

Master of Business Administration

An undergraduate degree in any field and

Accounting professional, registered

07 Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate

09 Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate

10 Postgraduate Diploma in Global Business

Must have completed a

Must have completed a

Must have completed a

Must have completed a

Must have completed a

Must have completed a