Entry requirements

To enrol in this programme you need to have a Bachelor degree.

If you have successfully completed the Bachelor of Business with Open Polytechnic you are unable to enrol in this programme.

English language requirements

International students must have an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.5, or equivalent.

Domestic students for whom English or Māori is not their first language must also have an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.5, or equivalent.

Learn more about English language entry requirements

Credit recognition

Credit recognition is limited to a maximum of one 20 credit course. A cross credit to a Level 7 course will not normally be awarded.

International learners

You can enrol in this programme if you are:

• an international student living in New Zealand and in paid employment with a valid work visa – for part-time study.
• an international student living overseas – in part-time or full-time study.
• a New Zealand citizen living overseas - in part-time or full-time study.

Computer and internet requirements

This programme is delivered online. To complete this programme you will need access to a laptop or desktop computer, reliable broadband internet connection and a data plan able to support online learning such as streaming of videos (including YouTube), downloading content, and writing and submitting online assessments. If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access allows you to complete your online learning with us, please contact us before applying to enrol.

Learn more about our online learning and study tools.