The University of Auckland Business School. Undergraduate Prospectus

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1 2013 The University of Auckland Business School Undergraduate Prospectus

2 Welcome to the Business School To prepare you for a successful and fulfilling career, The University of Auckland Business School offers a number of outstanding undergraduate degree programmes. We look forward to assisting you in choosing the degree or conjoint degrees combination that will best launch your future career. I am sure your experience at our Business School will be a rich one, intellectually and socially, and will prepare you for an outstanding global career. PROFESSOR GREGORY WHITTRED BCom(Hons) Qld, MEc Syd., PhD UNSW, FCA, FCPA Dean, The University of Auckland Business School Why study with us? Competitive admission We have the highest entry standards for Business and Economics in New Zealand, which means you will be studying with the best. A choice of programmes Our range of undergraduate, postgraduate and executive programmes is designed to meet your needs at different stages in your career. Flexibility double majors A double major, combining two specialist fields of study, will enhance your career prospects. Breadth conjoint degrees You can combine specialist fields across two faculties, eg, Business with Science or Business with Law. Modern facilities Modern teaching technology and computing facilities will prepare you for the rapid rate of change in today s business world. World-class teaching and research Benefit from interaction with academic staff with prestigious qualifications from around the world. Outstanding career opportunities The Business School ASB Careers Centre offers a range of services to assist you with your career planning. Student development We offer you exciting and challenging opportunities for personal development through a host of extracurricular activities and clubs. International recognition The three leading international accreditations held by the Business School are your assurance of the highest academic standards and offer global credibility and recognition. AACSB International AACSB International is the largest global community of business schools and corporations dedicated to enhancing management education. It represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. EQUIS EQUIS is the leading international system of quality assessment, improvement and accreditation of higher education institutions in management and business administration. AMBA AMBA is an international brand recognised as the quality mark for the MBA and its awarding institution. Beta Gamma Sigma The highest achieving students in our Business School programmes are invited to join our chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma a prestigious Honours Society. This is an opportunity that, as an AACSB accredited business school, we are able to offer you. Membership of this Society will provide you with benefits and recognition throughout your professional life Business School Prospectus

3 What can you study? The Bachelor of Business and Information Management (BBIM) The Bachelor of Business and Information Management will provide you with an integrated expertise in information management and a functional business discipline, and position you for new and emerging career opportunities, or for postgraduate study. The Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) The Bachelor of Commerce is a broad-based and flexible business degree. The wide choice of majors will prepare you for a variety of employment opportunities in business or provide a basis for postgraduate study. The Bachelor of Property (BProp) The Bachelor of Property provides you with the requisite academic background and skills to enter any branch of the property profession in New Zealand or internationally. Conjoint programmes Conjoints are approved combinations of two degrees which are studied at the same time. Both the BCom and the BProp degree can be studied as conjoint degrees. The BCom can be combined with a degree in Arts, Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Music, Property and Science. The BProp can be combined with a degree in Commerce, Engineering, Law and Science. Postgraduate study After completing your BCom, BBIM, BProp or conjoint degrees combination, the Business School offers excellent opportunities for you to progress to postgraduate study and research. Depending on your undergraduate major(s) and final grades, you might apply to continue your study in an honours or masters programme or in a graduate diploma programme. The pathways available are indicated in the diagram below. Professional degree options, some requiring work experience, include the Master of International Business, the Master of Taxation Studies, the MBA and the Master of Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship. For further information refer to the Business School website. BProp BBIM (3 years) BCom (3 years) Conjoint degrees BProp conjoint degrees (3 years) BCom(Hons) (+1 year) GradDipCom (+1 year) GradDipInnovEnt (+1 year) BA/BCom (4 years) BCom/BHSc (4 years) BCom/BMus (4 years) BCom/BProp (4 years) BCom/BSc (4 years) BCom/BE(Hons) (5 years) BCom/LLB (5 years) BCom/BE BCom/BProp (4 years) BProp/BSc (4 years) BProp/LLB (5 years) BE(Hons)/BProp (5 years) BProp(Hons) (+1 year) MCom (+2 years) MCom (+1 year) MProp (+2 years) MProp (+1 year) PhD (3 years minimum) 2013 Business School Prospectus 3

4 Explore our range of programmes Undergraduate programmes Bachelor of Business and Information Management (BBIM) (3 years fulltime study) Features A double major degree combining a major in Accounting or Marketing with a complementary major in Information Management. A set of core first-year courses that provides you with the opportunity to develop a breadth of knowledge and skills as a platform for later specialisation. A strong emphasis on the development of complementary skills in project management, business communication, analysis, and independent thinking and research. A challenging and innovative final-year capstone project. NB: Not available as a conjoint degree. Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) (3 years fulltime study) Features A choice of 12 different business majors with the flexibility for you to double major. BCom Majors: Accounting, Commercial Law, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, International Business, International Trade, Management, Marketing, Operations and Supply Chain Management, and Taxation. The set of core first-year courses provides you with the opportunity to develop a breadth of knowledge and skills as a platform for later specialisation. Gives you a choice of advanced level courses within each major enabling greater specialisation. NB: Available as a conjoint degree. Bachelor of Property (BProp) (3 years fulltime study) Features Part I includes a core of first-year courses to build a breadth of knowledge and skills and an introductory course in property. Parts II and III focus exclusively on the various dimensions of the property industry, with a choice of electives available within Part III. NB: Available as a conjoint degree Business School Prospectus

5 Where can it take you? Skills that employers value As a graduate you will need a set of transferable skills to ensure your success. The skills and knowledge you gain from your Business degree will give you an excellent foundation for many careers. Employer surveys over the last decade have repeatedly reinforced the attractiveness of graduates with expertise in more than one area of business, with a particular emphasis on information technology/ information management and general communication skills. Critical and creative thinking During your studies you will develop thinking skills and an enquiring mind. You will: Analyse problems and evaluate solutions Use your judgement and make decisions Engage in reflective and creative thinking Research and analysis You will be capable of recognising when information is needed and will have the capacity to locate, evaluate and use this information effectively through the use of: Analytical and search skills Business models and frameworks Data analysis Information technologies Communication skills All employers want graduates who are able to communicate knowledge, ideas, recommendations and decisions effectively. You will: Develop sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to make professional presentations Develop coherent and justified arguments Strengthen interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work in teams Learn to effectively consult and negotiate Use contemporary communication technologies effectively BBIM degree As a graduate with a BBIM degree you will have an integrated set of skills in information management, the application of information systems as decision-support tools, and major business disciplines. BCom degree By completing the BCom degree you will have acquired a knowledge and understanding of specialist fields based on your selected major(s), enhancing your advanced analytical skills. BProp degree The BProp degree provides you, as a graduate, with applied business skills in property valuation, management, marketing, finance and investment, and specialist knowledge in property processes. Business School ASB Careers Centre The Business School ASB Careers Centre has a clear focus on supporting student development. It offers a range of services to assist you with career planning, delivered through a programme of skills workshops, employer interactions and individual support. The Careers Centre will help you start a successful and rewarding career when you graduate. In addition, you have access to further support and opportunities from the University Careers Services. Personal development You will possess an understanding of values and attitudes consistent with your role as a citizen and member of your professional community. You will have the capacity to: Identify and deal with ethical issues Interact effectively with and show sensitivity towards others Exercise leadership in local, national, global and professional communities Adapt to uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity As a graduate at Deloitte within their consulting service line and Strategy and Operations team, I use all the skills that I developed while at University, such as an ability to think on my feet, analyse information and communicate effectively. My degree also provided me with the opportunity to socialise with key people within the business community, and travel and compete internationally, as part of the Management Consulting Club. Alison Dunn, BCom/LLB, Consultant, Deloitte 2013 Business School Prospectus 5

6 Planning your study First-year core programme Our first-year programme is designed to provide you with maximum flexibility. Students in all three degree programmes, BCom, BBIM and BProp will study a common core of seven Stage I courses and select an eighth course from their chosen degree programme. You should prioritise studying any additional Stage I courses required for your chosen major(s) before enrolling in General Education. A typical first-year programme is structured like this: Semester One BUSINESS 101 ACCTG 101 ECON 191 or 101 or 111* INFOSYS 110 or STATS 108 Semester Two BUSINESS 102 COMLAW 101 STATS 108 or INFOSYS 110 Plus a 15 point course chosen from the following: BBIM: INFOMGMT 192 or ACCTG 102 BCom: ACCTG 102, ECON 101 or 111, MATHS 108 (or MATHS 150) or GENED or elective BProp: PROPERTY 102 * ECON 191 Business Economics is a course for students not intending to major in Economics. To major in Economics you need to study ECON 101 Microeconomics and ECON 111 Macroeconomics as well as MATHS 108 or 150. If you are intending to major in Accounting you should enrol in ECON 191 unless you have already been credited with a pass in ECON 101 in a previous semester. If you are planning to complete the requirements to become a Chartered Accountant you are advised that the professional bodies are likely to require a pass in either ECON 191 or both ECON 101 Microeconomics and ECON 111 Macroeconomics. BUSINESS 101 and 102 The first-year core programme incorporates an exciting sequence of two courses in Business and Enterprise. These two core courses will provide you with an integrated and packaged learning experience introducing you to business and the types of choices facing entrepreneurs and managers. This integrated two-course sequence, taught over two semesters, will also provide you with a strong basis for making an informed choice of majors. The BBIM degree Quick facts BBIM Fulltime: 3 years Majors: Information Management and either Accounting or Marketing Taught at: City Campus Points per degree: 360 Sample BBIM degree structure Year Year Year BBIM requirements The BBIM degree requires a minimum of 360 points (24 courses) and consists of: Core: 150 points (10 courses): ACCTG 101, BUSINESS 101 and 102, COMLAW 101, ECON 191, INFOSYS 110, STATS 108; and BUSINESS 291, INFOMGMT 192, OPSMGT 357 Information Management major: 90 points (6 courses): INFOMGMT 291, 292, and either INFOMGMT 296 or ACCTG 222 Accounting or Marketing major: 90 points (6 courses): Accounting: ACCTG 102, 211, 221, 311, 321 or 323 or 331; BUSINESS 390 Marketing: MKTG 201, 202, 301, 303, 306; BUSINESS 390 General Education: 30 points (2 courses) approved for the degree Note Core courses Major courses - Accounting or Marketing Major courses - Information Management General Education courses In their second semester, students intending to major in Accounting should enrol in ACCTG 102 and students intending to major in Marketing should enrol in INFOMGMT 192. General Education Courses in General Education are a distinctive feature of The University of Auckland s bachelors degrees. The General Education courses available to you will depend on the degree or conjoint combination in which you are enrolled. See for more information Business School Prospectus

7 The BCom degree Quick facts BCom The BProp degree Quick facts BProp Fulltime: 3 years Taught at: City Campus Points per degree: 360 Fulltime: 3 years Taught at: City Campus Points per degree: 360 Sample BCom degree structure Year Year Year Core courses Major 1 courses Major 2 courses Elective courses General Education courses Sample BProp degree structure Part I 7 1 Part II 8 Part III 6 2 Core courses Property courses General Education courses BCom requirements The BCom degree requires a minimum of 360 points (24 courses) and consists of: Part I Core: 105 points (7 courses): BUSINESS 101 and 102, ACCTG 101, COMLAW 101, ECON 191 or 101 or 111, INFOSYS 110, STATS 108 Part II 255 points (17 courses) including: At least 180 points (12 courses) above Stage I, with at least 75 points (5 courses) at Stage III from the BCom course schedule including the requirements of your chosen major(s) 45 points (3 courses) at any level with no more than 30 points (2 courses) of electives 30 points (2 courses) in General Education approved for the degree BCom majors There are 12 majors to choose from in the BCom. You are encouraged to plan towards completing a double major, as it enables you to gain greater breadth by combining two sets of courses at advanced level, thus enhancing your prospective career options. It is a good idea to plan to study the required stage one courses you need to keep your options of majors open. BProp requirements The BProp degree requires a minimum of 360 points (24 courses) and consists of: Part I Core: 105 points (7 courses): BUSINESS 101 and 102, ACCTG 101, COMLAW 101, ECON 191, INFOSYS 110, STATS points (1 course): PROPERTY 102 Part II 120 points (8 courses): PROPERTY 211, 221, 231, 241, 251, 261, 271, 281 Part III 120 points (8 courses): 90 points (6 courses): PROPERTY points (2 courses) in General Education approved for the degree. You are required to prioritise the completion of all Part I courses before enrolling in Part II courses, and to prioritise all Part II courses before enrolling in Part III courses. As Part II and III courses are generally offered only once a year, it is important to plan carefully. Note that the following majors require these Stage I course(s): Accounting: ACCTG 102 Economics: ECON 101, 111 and MATHS 108 (or 150 or 153) Finance: ACCTG 102 and MATHS 108 (or 150 or 153) International Trade: ECON 101, 111 and MATHS 108 (or 150 or 153) Conjoint degrees Both the BCom and BProp can be taken as part of a conjoint degrees programme. Conjoint degrees not only offer an opportunity to acquire a greater breadth of knowledge and skills but also provide a strong base for an exciting range of career options. A conjoint degrees programme enables you to complete the requirements for two degrees concurrently, reducing the total time required by the equivalent of two years fulltime study. If you are enrolling in a conjoint degrees programme, you need to seek programme planning advice on a regular basis from the student advisers in the Student Centres for each of your degrees and use the degree planners provided Business School Prospectus 7

8 Business majors and careers Major Description Career opportunities Accounting Learn about presenting financial statements you can use to assist business planning and decision making as well as techniques for their analysis. Accountant in a chartered accountancy practice, industry, or the public sector. Business Consultant or Financial Manager in a manufacturing, service or consultancy organisation. Commercial Law Economics Finance Information Management Information Systems Innovation and Entrepreneurship Study the legal framework against which business decisions are made in both the public and private sectors. You will focus on legal problems that you may encounter in your future career. Develop and use frameworks and methods essential for analysing current social and economic issues and policies. Learn about capital markets and the financing decisions facing an organisation. Develop knowledge and skills in data storage and retrieval, and on internet technologies as they serve the exchange of data and information. This major bridges the gap between IT and the functional management areas. Learn about information and communications technology and how it can be used to achieve strategic goals. You will focus on developing and using cutting-edge products to solve important organisational problems. Develop innovation and entrepreneurial skills and related knowledge that can be applied to starting and/or growing New Zealand firms into successful global companies. Financial Accountant, Financial Adviser, Investment Consultant, Receiver, Regulator, Business Policy Adviser. Consultant for commercial banks or financial institutions. Analyst for Reserve Bank, Treasury, government departments, consulting firms or research institutes. Trade Policy Adviser, International Trade Consultant, International Business Manager, Financial Market Analyst. Investment Banker, Merchant Banker, Corporate Banker, Merger and Acquisition Specialist, Corporate Finance Specialist, Treasury Specialist, Stockbroker, Financial Analyst. Business Analyst/Consultant, Knowledge Manager, IT Project Manager, Business Intelligence Consultant, Enterprise Resource Planning Consultant. Business Analyst, IT Consultant, IT Project Manager, Website Designer, Information Systems Manager, Business Process Designer, Enterprise Resource Planning Consultant, Systems Developer, Network Analyst, Security Assessor. Entrepreneur, Business Consultant, Strategic Business Analyst, senior roles in business and industry. I chose to study at The University of Auckland Business School because of the opportunities it provides graduates, both within New Zealand and internationally. The skills I learnt at University have been invaluable in my role at PwC, where I work with clients to provide assurance over their information systems and business processes. Mark Barboza, BCom(Hons), Associate, Risk & Control Solutions, PwC Business School Prospectus

9 Major Description Career opportunities International Business International Trade Management Marketing Operations and Supply Chain Management Examine how business organisations operate in an international environment. You will gain an understanding of the development and implementation of strategy, managerial activities and organisational issues. Learn about international trade using economic analysis and practical management perspectives, with an option to include international trade law. Study the importance of human and labour factors in organisations including the structure, design and culture of organisations, management theory, policies and practices, and employment relations issues both within New Zealand and internationally. Research and satisfy customer needs through product and service development, planning, placement, pricing, advertising, promotion and distribution. You will also focus on developing and managing ongoing relationships with customers, competitors, partners, suppliers and other key stakeholders. Develop effective and efficient business processes for use within and between organisations. You will gain an understanding of the techniques for managing and improving the integration of design, resources, processes and customer requirements. All areas of management in internationally active organisations, such as exporters, global consumer or industrial goods manufacturers, and financial service providers. Also institutions with which international firms cooperate, including trade promotion and development agencies. Trade Policy Adviser, International Trade Consultant, Industrial Business Manager. Recruitment Consultant, Human Resource Adviser/Manager, Employment Relations Manager, Public Policy Analyst, Employment Analyst, Business Consultant. Assistant/Marketing Manager or Director, Product Manager, Sales Executive, Market Research Executive, Advertising Executive, Marketing Consultant, Managing Director, General Manager. Operations Analyst/Consultant/Manager, Business Process Engineer, Production and Scheduling Planner/Manager, Quality Manager, Enterprise Resource Planning Consultant, Supply Chain Consultant, Change Manager. Property Taxation Develop a range of skills with wide applicability, including communication and personal relations, conceptualisation of theoretical and practical knowledge, data and information analysis, marketing and numeracy and research, all in the context of the property industry. Study the New Zealand taxation system and its application in today s business environment, including how taxation affects accounting practice. Managing property portfolios for local and international corporations, managing commercial and industrial property, becoming a Registered Valuer, undertaking property development and various types of property marketing. Financial Accountant, Taxation Adviser Business School Prospectus 9

10 Outside the classroom There is a range of clubs and activities for you to get involved in while you are studying here at the Business School. AIESEC AIESEC is the world s largest student-run organisation, with more than 35,000 members, in over 100 countries. It focuses on providing a platform for youth leadership development and offers young people the opportunity to be global citizens, and to change the world. Management Consulting Club (MCC) MCC is one of the largest clubs on campus. The club has been awarded the Dean s Award for being an outstanding student organisation. The MCC Case Competition acts as a selection trial for the Business School case competition squads. Each year the Business School selects and trains teams of talented students to travel around the world and compete against other universities in case competitions. Auckland Land Economics Society (ALES) ALES promotes interaction and networking between Property students, academic staff and property professionals. A number of events are held throughout the year including speed networking evenings, mentoring programmes, property case competitions, women in property events, and the annual Property End-of-Year Function. Auckland University Investment Club (AUIC) The AUIC gets students involved in and excited about investing. The club hosts workshops and events with high-profile guest speakers from finance and banking. Students can put their knowledge to use through managing a real-life fund invested in the New Zealand and Australian markets, with any profits going to charity. Beta Alpha Psi Auckland Chapter Beta Alpha Psi (BAP or BA) is an international honours organisation for accounting, finance and information systems students and professionals. BAP recognises academic and professional excellence and complements members formal education by providing self-development opportunities and networking among students, faculty and professionals. MANAfika: a Business School Club for Mäori and Pacific students MANAfika is a club for undergraduate and postgraduate Māori and Pacific Business students. It organises activities and provides a range of networking events all year. The club offers a stimulating environment to exchange ideas and lots of opportunities for social contact. Commerce Students Association (CSA) The CSA is the official representative body of The University of Auckland Business School students. It is the University s second largest student organisation and includes both undergraduate and postgraduate students. SAVY SAVY aims to promote good financial habits in all youth regardless of their backgrounds or their aspirations in life. It conducts workshops in high schools around Auckland. Toastmasters If you have ever been petrified of speaking in front of an audience, you are not alone. Toastmasters has become a world leader in helping people become more competent and comfortable in front of an audience. To find out more about The University of Auckland experience check out our Facebook page for school students and our students blog The Inside Word. You can also visit our Make Your Mark website to see how our current students and graduates are making their mark on the world, hear about our scholarship winners and see our TV stars. Facebook Student Blog Make Your Mark Business School Prospectus

11 Frequently asked questions How do I get in? The guaranteed admission scores for 2013 will be published on the university website. If you achieve the required score and other requirements for your programme you will be offered a place. Please note that NCEA, CIE and IB use different scales and scores. Applicants who achieve the University Entrance Standard but do not achieve the scores indicated on the admission scores table will be considered on the basis of academic merit if there are places available. What subjects do I need to have studied at Year 12 and Year 13? Preferably Statistics and Modelling or Mathematics with Calculus. You are not required to have previously studied Accounting or Economics at secondary school level. If you achieve a scholarship pass or excellent results in NCEA or CIE you may be eligible to apply for an exemption or direct entry into a more advanced course. For further information refer to the Business School website. Who else can apply? School leavers from Year 12 who meet the conditions for Discretionary Entrance MOPAS - Mäori and Other Polynesian Students Admission Scheme. This is a special scheme for applicants who are of Mäori or other Polynesian descent School leavers seeking selection via the Aspiration to Business Admission Scheme Students who have previously studied at tertiary level in New Zealand or overseas Students with relevant work experience who have attained the age of 20 years on or before the first day of the semester Students with disabilities. For further information please contact the Business Student Centre NB: Domestic applicants who have not received at least two years of their education in the English language medium will be expected to provide evidence of their proficiency in English via either a score of at least 6.0 in IELTS (academic) with no band less than 5.5, or TOEFL of 550 with a minimum TWE of 4.5. Can I transfer between any of the BCom, BBIM and BProp degrees? Yes, it is possible to transfer between these programmes. The earlier the transfer occurs the more likely a complete transfer of credit will be possible. Note that while the seven core courses are shared between the three degrees, any additional courses taken may be specific to your degree and can only be reassigned if there is space for electives in your degree. It is generally easier to move from the BBIM and BProp to the BCom. If you are a new student and you are unsure, you will be best to enrol first in the more specialised degree programme, ie, either the BBIM or BProp depending on your interests, rather than the BCom. Can I transfer into the BCom, BBIM or BProp from another degree programme in New Zealand? Yes, every semester a large number of domestic students choose to transfer across into our programmes. To be accepted into the BCom, BBIM or BProp, you will need to meet the minimum GPA requirement over your most recent year of fulltime study (or equivalent). Please refer to The University of Auckland website, How much credit will I receive if I have previously completed an undergraduate degree at either The University of Auckland or another New Zealand university? You will be eligible to cross-credit up to 120 points. The exact amount of credit will depend on whether the courses you have studied are similar to those offered within The University of Auckland s BCom, BBIM or BProp degrees. Can I study part-time? It is possible to complete the BCom, BBIM or BProp on a part-time basis, although it is important to keep in mind that classes are scheduled between the hours of 8am and 6pm daily. Students who are planning to study on a part-time basis are encouraged to discuss their plans with one of our student advisers. How much will it cost? Tuition fees for 2012 (for a domestic student enrolled in a fulltime load of 120 points) were: BBIM, BCom, BProp approx $5,362. Tuition fees for 2012 (for an international student enrolled in a fulltime load of 120 points) were: BBIM, BCom, BProp approx $27,360. In addition to tuition fees, students pay a Student Service Fee and Building Levy. In 2012 (for a student enrolled in a fulltime load of 120 points), these fees were: $689. Fees for 2013 will be available late Visit When do applications close? The official closing date for applications for entry to the BCom, BBIM and BProp for Semester One 2013 is 8 December NB: Applications to The University of Auckland must be received no later than the published closing date. Applications received after the closing date will only be considered on the basis of academic merit, if there are places available. Got a question? AskAuckland has answers to frequently asked questions about The University of Auckland. Find information about programmes and courses, applications for admission, enrolment, and much more. To find out about our wide range of accommodation options, visit View our list of extensive scholarships at Key dates Notification of acceptance Mid to late January 2013 for Semester One Semester One begins Monday 4 March 2013 Semester Two begins Monday 22 July 2013 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 The University of Auckland must consult its official document, the current Calendar of The University of Auckland, to ensure that they are aware of and comply with all regulations, requirements and policies Business School Prospectus 11

12 Where to from here? Choose your programme Visit Check the application closing dates and entry requirements Visit Apply for a place in a programme Go to Sign up for a new account Complete the Application for Admission You will receive an acknowledgement asking you to provide specific certified documents (and in some cases to complete other requirements*) before your application can be assessed. We ll also send you a Student ID number. You can use this to sign into your Application for Admission, check your application status and see the documentation you need to provide. If you don t have internet access, call us on so we can send you the Application for Admission form. Please note you can apply for more than one programme. Submit your supporting documents We ll then assess your application. Please be aware that documents can take three to four weeks to process during peak admission periods. If you have sent in all your admission documents at one time, some will take longer to process and be updated in the system than others. Offer of place If your application is successful, we ll you an offer of place. This normally happens from mid January.** You can check the status of your Application for Admission at any time by signing in using your Student ID and password. Go to You may receive a conditional offer but final approval will be dependent on fulfilment of the conditions of admission to BOTH the University and the programme. Accept your offer of place Sign into your Application for Admission ( and accept or decline your offer of place. Enrol in your courses You can enrol in courses on Student Services Online ( Once you ve signed in, you can view your programme requirements For tutorials on how to enrol, visit Not sure which courses to take or how to plan your first year? Visit the Business Student Centre Come to Courses and Careers Day on 25 August 2012 and Course Advice Day in late January/early February 2013 Pay your fees You can pay your fees online by internet banking, credit card, direct credit, EFTPOS, personal cheque, bank cheque, student loan or scholarship. Visit Need help? AskAuckland has answers to questions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Visit *For some programmes, you may be required to submit supplementary information (eg, a portfolio of work, referee reports, an online form) or to attend an interview/audition. **If you are not offered a place in the programme(s) of your choice, you will receive an outlining alternative options. Your final offer of a place depends on two things: your admission to the University (which for school leavers may depend on your final school results) and your assessment by the relevant faculty. Contact Business Student Centre Owen G Glenn Building 12 Grafton Rd The University of Auckland Private Bag Auckland 1142, New Zealand Phone: (within Auckland) (outside Auckland) (overseas) Fax: comenquiry@auckland.ac.nz Web: