Diploma in Business Studies – DipBusStuds

An introduction to measurement concepts in accounting and to the preparation and presentation of financial statements and reports, including the compilation of primary financial data.

Prerequisites: 115112 or 115102 or 110100 Corequisites: 115112 or 115102 Restrictions: 110215, 110,230, 110213 (1999)

A detailed study of financial reporting, with particular emphasis on corporate regulatory requirements, both professional and statutory.

Prerequisites: 110109 or 110215 or 110230 Restrictions: 10210, 10213 (Pre 1999), 110313

A study of cost accumulation and allocation processes used for internal routine reporting to managers for cost management and operational planning and control; internal non-routine reporting to managers for strategic and tactical decisions; inventory valuation and income determination for external reporting. Where appropriate, examples and applications in primary industries and the public sector will also be considered.

Prerequisites: 110109 or 110215 or 110230 Restrictions: 10200, 10220, 110223

A study of systems for the measurement and reporting of information for internal and external decision-making, including the emerging technologies that lend support for this. The accountant’s role in the formulation, design, implementation and management of these systems, including risk management and controls will also be addressed.

Prerequisites: 110109 or 110215 or 110230 Restrictions: 10240, 110243

An introduction to the basic principles of auditing, including the function of audits and the concepts that govern audit processes and practices.

Prerequisites: 115112 or 115102 or 110100 or 110230 Restrictions: 110274

An introduction to the basic principles of taxation, the elements of taxation and the concepts that govern tax practice. The course will also provide an awareness of the economic implications of taxation at both local and global levels.

Prerequisites: 110100 or 110230 or 115102 or 115112 Restrictions: 10283, 110274

An integrated study of accounting sub-disciplines and other related disciplines to create an appreciation of how accounting operates in practice. Emphasis will also be placed on integration of expanded competencies with knowledge-based skills.

Prerequisites: 240 credits inclusive of 110209 or 110313; 110229 or 110223; and at least 15 credits at 300-level with a 110 prefix from the BBS Schedule

A study of advanced financial accounting topics and contemporary professional and conceptual issues relevant to financial reporting.

Prerequisites: 110209 or 110313 Restrictions: 110713, 10310

A study of advanced topics and contemporary issues in management accounting in a range of industry settings, including strategic management and performance management.

Prerequisites: 110229 or 110223 Restrictions: 110320

A study of forensic accounting, fraud auditing and investigation.

Prerequisites: 110279

A study of advanced topics and contemporary issues in auditing.

Prerequisites: 110109 or 110215 or 110230; and 110279 or 110274

Practical issues arising in estate and tax planning for investors and small business in New Zealand.

Prerequisites: 110274 or 110289 or 125211 Corequisites: 125211

A study of advanced topics and contemporary issues in taxation, including tax policy, international taxation and tax administration.

Prerequisites: 110109 or 110215 or 110230; and 110289 or 110274 Restrictions: 110783

A theoretical and practical examination of the behaviour of people in the work environment. Students develop a basic understanding of individual behaviour and team dynamics, exploring issues of motivation, communication, leadership, decision making, power and organisational change.

An introduction to human resources management (HRM) theories and practices in national and international contexts.

An exploration of the theoretical frameworks used to analyse employment relations, including institutional processes and practices crucial to the workings of contemporary employment relations in New Zealand.

A study of the historical, legal and social issues of diversity and equality in the workplace in Aotearoa/New Zealand and overseas.

An exploration of contemporary Human Resource Management (HRM) and Employment Relations (ER) systems and issues in an international and comparative context. Particular emphasis is placed on the institutions, the role of the parties, and the influence of multinational companies and global supply chains.

Prerequisites: 114241 or 114254

An exploration of the principles, practices and issues surrounding decent work in contemporary work organisations.

Prerequisites: 114241 or 114254

An exploration of human resources management as a strategy to achieve organisational goals. Particular emphasis is given to organisations’ responses to trends in both their internal and external environments.

Prerequisites: 114241

An introduction to internal and external organisational data, mechanisms to obtain, analyse and interpret that data, and performance indicators used to define and assess the operational and financial viability of a business.

This course identifies key theories and strategies to enhance written, oral, visual, and interpersonal communication for different purposes and audiences. Students explore, discuss, critique, and practise communication for a business and global environment and recognise how world views, culture, and contexts shape communication.

Restrictions: 219100 and 219203

An introduction to how accounting information is used for planning, monitoring and evaluating organisational performance.

Restrictions: 115102

The course examines the nature of the contemporary economic environment in which businesses operate, and considers how economics can aid in business decision-making.

Restrictions: 115106

This course introduces analytical techniques for evaluating personal and business investment and financing decisions, including coverage of the context and environment in which these decisions are made.

Restrictions: 115105

This course provides students with a theoretical and practical understanding of management and organisations in the contemporary context.

Restrictions: 115108

The course provides an understanding of the core concepts and practices of marketing.

Restrictions: 115104

The course will encompass an introduction to the key elements of the law within which business operates in New Zealand from a practical perspective.

Prerequisites: 90 credits at 100-level Restrictions: 115103, 155110

This course provides an introduction to the theory and practice of leadership and teamwork.

Prerequisites: 90 credits at 100 level

This course introduces students to key concepts of financial capability, helping individuals to understand how best to manage and protect their financial resources during various life stages and their rights in relation to this.

Providing essential knowledge of the principles and practice of the provision of investment advice

Prerequisites: 125179 Corequisites: 125179

Providing essential knowledge of the principles and practice of the provision of insurance (life, disability and health) advice

Prerequisites: 125179 Corequisites: 125179

Providing essential knowledge of the principles and practice of the provision of insurance (general) advice

Prerequisites: 125179 Corequisites: 125179

Providing essential knowledge of the principles and practice of the provision of residential property lending advice

Prerequisites: 125179 Corequisites: 125179

Providing knowledge of the financial advice industry, including regulatory requirements, and the application of professional practice.

An overview of the operation of institutions, products and markets which make up the financial system and discusses the role of governments, both domestically and internationally, in the management of our financial system.

Prerequisites: 115114

The course provides students with a fundamental knowledge of financial theory and practice. In addition to valuation and capital budgeting, students will study working capital management, capital structure, the cost of capital, dividend policy and ethics in finance.

Prerequisites: 115114

An introduction to the fundamental and practical concepts of the investment process. Investment products, including equity, debt instruments, and derivatives are discussed as well as basic portfolio concepts.

Prerequisites: 115114 Restrictions: 125240

An examination of the principles of sound financial decision-making with the use of spreadsheets for analysis. Students will use various applications to perform quantitative analysis, assessing risk and return, and asset valuations.

Prerequisites: 115114 or 115105

This course provides an overview of the theories and institutional environment of international finance. Students will gain insight into exchange rate determinations and instruments available for managing financial risk in a globalised economy.

Prerequisites: 125230; and one of 125220 or 125241 or 110209 or 152261

This capstone course is a study of finance theory in practice, designed to facilitate effective corporate financial decision making.

Prerequisites: 125230; and one of 125320 or 125340 or 125350 or 125364 or 110309 Corequisites: 125320 or 125340 or 125350 or 125364 or 110309

The application of analytical techniques to investment decision-making.

Prerequisites: 125241 Restrictions: 125342

This course provides an overview of the theory and practice of financial risk management or hedging. Financial risk exposures can be categorised into three areas: interest rate risk, foreign exchange risk and commodity price risk. The focus will be on the methods of identifying and measuring the impact of these exposures and the appropriate instruments to hedge the firm's exposures.

Prerequisites: 125230; and either 125220 or 125241

An application of finance and economic theory to the financial management and operation of banks in New Zealand and internationally, from a risk and regulation perspective. Attention is also given to the fragility of modern banking and its impact on systemic risk.

Prerequisites: 115114 or 115105; and 125220 Restrictions: 125360, 125361, 125362, 125363

A broad based introduction to property examined from both a New Zealand and international perspective. This course incorporates the use of technology in relation to all aspects of the property market.

An introduction to the principles and methods of property valuation.

Restrictions: 127255

Introduction to property investment analysis, the role of property finance and the evaluation of property financing decisions.

Prerequisites: 115114 or 115105

The application of analytical techniques to, and the appraisal of, the management and development of commercial real estate resources.

Prerequisites: 127241

This capstone course is an applied study of property finance and investment analysis which includes portfolio theory in relation to property.

Prerequisites: 127241, 127242, 127245 and one of 127341 or 127343 or 127378 Corequisites: 127341 or 127343 or 127378

The application of valuation theory in relation to commercial and industrial property, both vacant and improved, valuation practices.

Prerequisites: 127242

A study of location theory, planning and the economic dynamics involved in the development of cities, using analysis of property space and asset class.

A study of the interplay of business and society in the context of business development and contemporary business practice.

Restrictions: 52101

This course develops competencies relevant to operating small and medium sized enterprises. The focus is on critical skills, ethical awareness and the concepts needed by today's small business owners, and introduces specialist topics in enterprise development.

This introductory course develops understanding of the key concepts in entrepreneurship and innovation.

Restrictions: 152230

An analysis of the management of organisations emphasising themes relating to people, process and structure.

Restrictions: 152200

An introduction to the theory and methods employed in project management.

A study of business and management from an international perspective. This course provides an introduction to the conduct of business in the global environment by exploring different forms of international business activity in the context of regionalism and globalism.

An introduction to the applied aspects of supply chain management in international business.

Māori Management is designed for people who have a responsibility for undertaking management activities related to Māori business development and commercial activities. It examines the history and structure of Māori organisations, contemporary management structures and the impact of associated government policies and legislation.

Examines theories and issues relating to the place of services in the economy.

A theoretical and practical introduction to organisational designs and development processes.

Prerequisites: Any 200 level course from the 152 course prefix series Restrictions: 152360, 152303, 152341

An examination of issues relating to entrepreneurship and management in the start-up, survival and development of enterprises. Emphasis is placed on the use of the case study approach from the perspective of the manager or consultant.

Develops understanding of key areas that are critical for the sustainable growth of an organisation, by exploring the key challenges of scaling and growth.

Prerequisites: 152233 or 152234

This course studies the process of initiating and managing a new venture. The course includes opportunity identification and assessment processes for new ventures; comprehensive business planning including data collection and analysis; strategy formulation and results forecasting; integration of concepts and techniques relevant to new ventures. Integrated plans for launching new products and services by existing businesses are also considered.

A critical analysis of the theory and practice of leadership relevant to public and private organisations and the development of ethical leadership and citizenship in a variety of socio-cultural contexts.

Restrictions: 152328, 152329

An examination of interconnections between entrepreneurship, culture and diversity, including social identities such as gender, ethnicity and indigeneity, age, religion, and sexual identity. Students will consider how these aspects shape entrepreneurial thinking and practice, with particular emphasis on the experiences of Māori in Aotearoa NZ.

Prerequisites: 152233 or 152234

An examination of strategic management concepts, the tools and techniques of strategic analysis, and issues associated with governance including business ethics.

Prerequisites: Any 200 level Management course Restrictions: 152341, 152365

An examination of sustainability issues and challenges, how they relate to the business community, and the implications of sustainability for business policy and management.

Prerequisites: Any 200 level course from the 152 course prefix series Restrictions: 152392

Managing the operational effectiveness of the enterprise conducting business in international markets including international supply chain, quality, and distribution management.

An examination of the interface between customary and contemporary management practices focusing on the management of Māori resources and the development of Māori enterprise.

Negotiation principles as applied to avoiding and resolving disputes.

Restrictions: 153307

The law relating to the transfer and ownership of and other dealings in real property.

Prerequisites: 115211 or 115103 or 155202 Restrictions: 155216, 155700

Introduction to the New Zealand legal system, legal interpretation and substantive law.

General principles of law relating to companies and partnerships.

Prerequisites: 115211 or 115103 or 155202 Restrictions: 155200, 155700

Legal obligations and responsibilities that may arise when conducting business activities.

Prerequisites: 115211 or 115103 or 155202 Restrictions: 155200, 155700

This course examines the law governing the employment relationship in New Zealand.

A study of the decisions required to allocate and manage marketing resources in a competitive business environment.

Prerequisites: 115116 or 156200

A study of the theory and practice of changing consumer behaviour through marketing programmes. The course critically evaluates traditional cognitive models of consumer behaviour and alternative behaviourist approaches.

Prerequisites: 115116 or 156200

A study of the collection, analysis and interpretation of marketing information for the purpose of managerial decision-making.

Prerequisites: 115116 or 156200

A study of the impact, application and evaluation of new digital media marketing strategies and techniques.

Prerequisites: 115116 or 115104 or 156200 or 75 credits for non-Business students

A study of advertising and other forms of marketing communication, including key theories of marketing communication, elements of the communication mix, and effective campaign design.

Prerequisites: 115116 or 156200

A client driven marketing planning course that integrates marketing concepts and methods across the curriculum.

Prerequisites: 156231 and any 1562xx course

A critical examination of issues in international marketing and their relevance to business and society.

Prerequisites: 156231 plus either 156232, or both 156235 and 156237

A critical examination of marketing in an omni-channel retail environment.

Prerequisites: 156231 or 2902xx

This course teaches methods to convert organisations’ large data sets about customers, competitors, channel partners and their own activities into information for improved marketing decision making.

Prerequisites: 156233

A critical examination of brands and issues in branding and their relevance to business and society.

Prerequisites: 156231 and plus either 156232, or both 156235 and 156237

An introductory study of the roles and applications of information systems in organisations and society.

Restrictions: 115107, 157150, 157100

An examination of current issues in the rapidly developing area of social media. A socio-technical approach is adopted to examine how social media networks are being used in business processes.

A comprehensive study of major technology trends and organisational contexts within which information systems are developed and used from user, manager, organisational and societal perspectives.

Prerequisites: 157150 or 157151 or 115107 or 1581xx or 1591xx Restrictions: 157242

A guided practical applying business analysis methods to an information system and its environment.

Prerequisites: 15724x Corequisites: 157341 Restrictions: 157381,157342

An examination of the role of information systems in creating business value in a knowledge economy.

Prerequisites: 1142xx or 1522xx or 1572xx or 1582xx or 1592xx

Designing and managing technology-based solutions for realising organisational strategy.

Restrictions: 57301, 157373, 157341

An introduction to the presentation, analysis and interpretation of quantitative data. Topics include the construction of charts and summary statistics, probability, sampling, hypothesis testing, regression, time series analysis and quality management.

Restrictions: 115101, 161100, 161111, 161120, 161122, 161130, 161140

The course provides students with a basic understanding of economic policy at industry, national and international levels.

This course provides a foundation for students to develop their quantitative and analytical skills in the context of the Economics discipline.

The development and application of macroeconomic models to globally-oriented economies, and the assessment of real-world policy problems from a practical perspective.

Prerequisites: 178100 or 115113

The development and application of models of consumer optimisation, producer behaviour, and competition in markets.

Prerequisites: 115113 or 115106

An introduction to the techniques of quantitative economic analysis. The use of linear algebra and calculus in economics. Constrained optimisation. Simple dynamics.

Prerequisites: 115113 or 115106 or any 1781xx course

A study of selected economic and socio-economic topics in a contemporary framework.

An introduction to regression and predictive analysis, using real world data to provide actionable insights that aid organisational decision-making processes.

Prerequisites: 115113 or 115109

This course incorporates financial markets into macroeconomic models and analyses government policies that address current macroeconomic events.

Prerequisites: 178200

The modelling of microeconomic decision-making, with application to real-world issues.

Prerequisites: 178201

Microeconomic analysis will be applied to problems in consumer behaviour, business strategies and investment choice, resource allocation and regulation.

Prerequisites: 178201 or 178204 or 125230; or (115113 or 115106 or 178101) and 178280

An introduction to the application of economic analysis, to environmental and climate change related issues and policies.

An examination of major development problems and issues, both domestic and international, from a combined economic theory, empirical and policy-oriented perspective.

Specification and estimation of econometric models for policy analysis and forecasting. Treatment of common problems encountered in economic and financial data analysis.

Prerequisites: 178220 or 178280 Restrictions: 178321 and 178320

In this course, students from a broad range of creative practices will work together to conceptualise and create innovative offerings to experience and reflect upon collaboration as creative citizens.

Prerequisites: 75 credits at 100 level

Students from a broad range of creative practices will work together to explore conceptual and strategic dimensions of professional practice through engagement with experts from the creative sector. Students will develop an understanding of their position as creative citizens within a broader community.

Prerequisites: 75 Credits at 200 Level Restrictions: 198481, 212425, 221382, 222382, 223425, 224382

A study of the processes and practices of business communication in the context of the private and public sectors. The course is based on those theories of human communication of most relevance in developing an understanding of and facility in skills such as listening, speaking to a group, interviewing and writing in organisations.

Restrictions: 114100, 114253, 219100

This course examines the structure and functions of New Zealand news media, including its linkages to global news media systems. It also examines how different social identities are constructed in news media.

Restrictions: 114264

This course is about how to persuade, inform, and entertain. In this practical course students will learn about aspects of performance, including character, style, creativity, making meaning, psychology, semantics, and how to read contexts/audiences. Students will explore and develop strategies for managing fear and anxiety.

Restrictions: 114285

This course examines the impacts of technology on communication, organizations, and cultures. Students will learn to anticipate change and engage with big problems. Students will also design, create and critique human-centric, ethical solutions to help navigate the complex challenges of the 21st century.

Restrictions: 114263, 14263

An introductory study of public relations and its use to create and maintain communication between organisations and their internal and external publics. Theoretical and practical approaches are combined so that students are introduced to the diversity of contemporary public relations theory and techniques and have opportunities to develop key skills in practical assignments.

This course draws on current research and theory to examine the communication process, practical and ethical considerations of organisations' communication with their internal and external stakeholders.

Restrictions: 114353

This course compares the communication behaviours of different cultures. Students will develop skills that help them analyse and address intercultural conflicts and issues, and gain skills that allow them to communicate effectively in intercultural contexts.

This course provides an in-depth examination of public relations theory and shows how it applies to practice. It focuses on strategic engagement with diverse publics, the development of long-lasting and meaningful organisational relationships, and reputation management.

Prerequisites: 219209 Restrictions: 114363

A reflection on ethical issues involved in contemporary media practices and the application of the principles of media law.

Restrictions: 219331

In this studio course students will learn history and methods particular to practices of brand positioning and marketing communication. Students will apply fundamentals of brand strategy to the process of differentiating branded offerings through design.

Prerequisites: 75 credits at 100 level from College of Creative Arts or 75 credits at 100 level including 115116 or 115104

In this studio course students will investigate concepts for display and design strategies for exhibitions as temporary interventions in public space.

Prerequisites: 75 credits at 100 level Restrictions: 197205

A study of logistics and supply chain management fundamental concepts. The supply chain management paradigm that underpins modern business is fully explored with a specific focus on customer service, forecasting, process integration, relationship management, and performance measurement.

Restrictions: 115260

A study of the scope of purchasing and procurement and the principles, structures and key variables of supply management.

Prerequisites: 240260 or 240261 or 240263 Restrictions: 240360, 240361

A study of distribution management concepts and strategy together with an exploration of demand chains. Methods to align supply chain strategies with market drivers are examined. A range of distribution channel approaches are also discussed in regard to alternative customer demands.

Prerequisites: 240260 or 240261 or 240263 Restrictions: 240360, 240361

The internship provides the participant with a practical understanding of the components of a retail operation from buying (supply end) to delivery (customer end).

Prerequisites: At least 15 credits at 200-level from the 290 course prefix series

This course applies the principles of design thinking to examine the operations of a business (physical and virtual), and how they are integrated to deliver the business proposition to satisfy customer needs and wants.

A study of the theory and practice of effective product buying from suppliers, and the planning of product range construction and execution of merchandising the range to the customer in the retail environment.

This course examines the customer experience when navigating physical and virtual service environments. It explores the theory and practice regarding customer experience.

This capstone internship involves extensive work within a retail business to analyse and critique current practices against retail and business theories and international best practice.

Prerequisites: At least 30 credits at 200-level from the 290 course prefix series Restrictions: 115388

A study of the strategic models and frameworks used by retail businesses to construct strategies to ensure business transformation and viability. This course evaluates historical practices of strategy formation as well as how changes in the modern marketplace are affecting retail strategy.