DegreeFull-time, 3 years | Part-time up to 10 years |
Annual Fees(indicative 2019) |
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Programme code |
CH3988 |
Domestic$6,200 - $7,000 |
Starts |
February, July |
International$19,340+ $500 text book costs |
Credits |
360 |
Course related costsAdvised before enrolment |
Level |
7 | |
Domestic Applications due |
Received all year | |
International Applications due |
22 January for February start, 23 June for July start | |
Location |
Christchurch - Madras Street |
Content
Combine management expertise with the analytical and computing skills needed to perform at high levels in any business environment.
In your first year of study you will develop knowledge in core business strategies including accounting, business communication, commercial law, business heritage, culture and sustainability, marketing, computing, management and applied research.
You will focus on your business information systems specialisation in the second and third years and enhance your understanding of business decision making and planning processes. Courses in this specialisation include:
- Applied Computing - Uses software and computer based solutions for business problems.
- Business Analysis - Covers the modelling of business systems, project management, systems methodologies and requirements analysis.
- Systems Analysis and Design - Practices data and process modelling, systems development and project management.
- Business Analysis - Details techniques for defining and evaluating relevant information.
- Management of Information and Communication Technologies - Develops an overview of strategies and skills specific to the IT industry.
You will also complete a Cooperative Education Project where you will work 'hands-on' in a business environment and apply your learning for a minimum of 400 hours.
You will also complete a significant research project for your host organisation.
Credit recognition
If you have work experience in this area, or a relevant prior qualification, you may be eligible for credit recognition towards this qualification.
Programme structure
To complete this Degree you are required to complete 360 credits. Please browse the guide below to view the course options currently available within this qualification.
Core courses
Elective Courses
To be a full time student you need to maintain a workload of 120 credits per year. We recommend you talk with us to ensure you choose electives to benefit your future career.
Entry requirements
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University Entrance: NCEA Level 3 (60 credits at Level 3 and 20 credits at Level 2 or higher) which must include 14 credits at Level 3 in each of three approved* subjects and
- Literacy* - 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading, 5 credits in writing and
- Numeracy* - 10 credits at Level 1 or above (specified achievement standards, or unit standards 26623, 26626, 26627)
Note: If you have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), Ara will assess your qualification for academic entry equivalency.
* NZQA approved subjects: see http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance/
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Still want to study but don't meet the Academic Requirements?
If you show that you have equivalent skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, you may be able to gain alternative entry.
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What if English is not my first Language?
If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study. Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart .
OR
- If you are a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident, complete an Admission and Enrolment form and Ara will contact you regarding a free assessment.
- If you are not a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent resident, book an IELTS, Pearson or other test through the Ara Examination Centre or in your home country.
IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS test report form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.
What if I have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance?
You do not need to provide additional evidence of English Language skills.
OVERALL IELTS REQUIREMENTS | |||
6.0 ACADEMIC | |||
SPEAKING5.5 |
READING5.5 |
WRITING5.5 |
LISTENING5.5 |
Next steps
To apply for this programme please:
- complete an application form
If you don't meet the criteria for entry into this programme, we can help you meet entry level with our foundation and bridging programmes.
Your on-the-job experience may count towards part or even all of this qualification. To learn more, contact our Centre for Assessment of Prior Learning (CAPL) .
Application documents
Career opportunities
A career in business information systems will allow you to combine management expertise with analyst and computing skills. Emphasis is placed on understanding how information is stored and how you can manipulate it to be able to draw sensible conclusions. As an systems or business analyst you will become a key ingredient to business decision making and an integral part of any business environment.
Study pathways
On completion of this qualification you can complete any of our graduate diplomas in a different area of business to enhance your skills.
Recommended school subjects
- English
- Mathematics
- Computing / ICT
- Economics
- Admission & Enrolment Form PDF File: 80.4 KB
- International Application Form PDF File: 62.2 KB
- Bachelor of Applied Management timetable PDF File: 114.2 KB
Level 5
Analysis of Financial Information
AMAF523
15.0 credits
Applied Accounting
AMAA522
15.0 credits
Budgets for Planning and Control
AMBP524
15.0 credits
Business Environments
AMBE502
15.0 credits
Business Functions
AMBF503
15.0 credits
Commercial Law
AMCL510
15.0 credits
Economics
AMEC520
15.0 credits
Introduction to Accounting and Taxation
AMIA521
15.0 credits
Introduction to Human Resources
AMHR541
15.0 credits
Introduction to Marketing and Sales
AMIM551
15.0 credits
Organisations in a New Zealand Context
AMON501
15.0 credits
Understanding Change
AMUC504
15.0 credits
Level 6
Applied Computing
AMAC650
15.0 credits
Auditing and Assurance
AMAA600
15.0 credits
Catering Events Management
AMCE600
15.0 credits
Data Analytics
AMDA600
15.0 credits
E-Business
AMEB600
15.0 credits
Entrepreneurship
AMEN600
15.0 credits
Event Logistics
AMEL600
15.0 credits
Event Planning and Management
AMEP600
15.0 credits
Facilities Management
AMFM600
15.0 credits
Food and Beverage Operations Management
AMFO600
15.0 credits
Front Office Operations Management
AMFO621
15.0 credits
Global Challenges; Sustainable Futures
AMGS600
15.0 credits
Health and Safety Leadership
AMHS600
15.0 credits
Innovation in Business
AMIB600
15.0 credits
Integrated Marketing Communications
AMMC600
15.0 credits
Intermediate Financial Accounting
AMFA600
15.0 credits
Intermediate Management Accounting
AMMA600
15.0 credits
Introduction to Business Analysis
AMBA600
15.0 credits
Introduction to Finance
AMIF603
15.0 credits
Marketing Planning and Control
AMMP648
15.0 credits
Operations Management
AMOM632
15.0 credits
Organisational Behaviour
AMOB600
15.0 credits
Personal Financial Planning
AMPF600
15.0 credits
Principles of Leadership
AMPL630
15.0 credits
Research Methodology
AMRM600
15.0 credits
Sport Facility Management
AMSF600
15.0 credits
Strategic Planning for Small Business
AMSP631
15.0 credits
Taxation in New Zealand
AMTX600
15.0 credits
The Law of Business Entities
AMLB610
15.0 credits
Tourism Principles and Transport
AMTP600
15.0 credits
Level 7
Accommodation Facilities Management
AMAF700
15.0 credits
Advanced Personal Financial Planning
AMPF700
15.0 credits
Business Analysis
AMBA700
15.0 credits
Business Transformation and Change
AMTC700
15.0 credits
Business and Society
AMBS700
15.0 credits
Co-operative Education Project
AMCP700
45.0 credits
Contemporary Issues in Marketing Practice
AMCM700
15.0 credits
Contemporary Issues in Supply Chain and Logistics Management
AMSC700
15.0 credits
Contemporary Issues in the Food and Beverage Industry
AMFB721
15.0 credits
Contemporary Issues in the Hotel Industry
AMHI721
15.0 credits
Contemporary Issues in the Tourism Industry
AMTI721
15.0 credits
Critical Reflection on Work
AMCR700
15.0 credits
Financial Risk Management and Insurance
AMFI700
15.0 credits
Food and Beverage Management
AMFB700
15.0 credits
Information and Policy in Sport Management
AMIS700
15.0 credits
Innovation Quest
AMIQ700
15.0 credits
Management of Information and Communication Technologies
AMIC700
15.0 credits
Multidisciplinary Problem Based Learning
AMBP700
15.0 credits
Product Development
AMPD700
15.0 credits
Retail Marketing
AMRM700
15.0 credits
Retailing Enterprise and Management
AMRE700
15.0 credits
Strategic Human Resource Value
AMSH700
15.0 credits
Strategic Management
AMSM700
15.0 credits
Tourism Policy and Planning
AMTP700
15.0 credits