Programme details

Bachelor of Commerce

Study Commerce to acquire skills that are sought after by leading companies and the public sector. The Bachelor of Commerce is not merely another degree, it serves as your gateway to a prosperous career in the realms of business, finance, and government.

Course description

BCom provides the most extensive selection of commerce majors available in the nation, allowing you the flexibility to tailor your studies to align with your aspirations. You will commence your studies with two essential courses, BCOM 101 and BCOM 102, which will establish a strong foundation in commerce. You will enhance these core courses with a major subject that imparts the specialized knowledge necessary for your selected career trajectory. Should you wish to pursue a second major, you have the option to choose from more than 90 alternatives available throughout the University. You might combine business with psychology, marketing with computer science, or public policy with space science—the decision is entirely yours

Specialisations

Accounting
Actuarial Science
Commercial Law
Data Science
Economics
Finance
Human Resource Management and Employment Relations
Information Systems
International Business
Management
Marketing
Public Policy
Sustainability and Ethics in Business
Taxation
Tourism Management

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 3 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

BCom graduates gain diverse technical and interpersonal skills, opening doors across sectors both in New Zealand and internationally. Career paths include working in areas such as:

Accounting & Actuarial Science
Economics & Finance
Marketing
International Business
Human Resources
Tourism

Entry requirements

Academic requirement:

Achieve the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or three GCE Advanced Level passes at C grade, or equivalent.There could be specific secondary academic prerequisites that depend on the country where the initial education was completed.

Students may also be required to demonstrate proficiency in English. Undergraduate English requirements:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5; or,
TOEFL: minimum overall score of 80 (internet-based test); or,
PTE: minimum score of 50 (with a ‘Communicative score’ of not less than 42); or,
Victoria University of Wellington English for Academic Purposes (EAP) programme: minimum final scores of 4,4,4,3; or,
Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 169 or higher, with each skill score no less than 162; or,
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL): Level 4 (Academic); or,
NZAPA: English New Zealand Accredited Pathway Assessment Level 2 (with no skill lower than Level 1)