Course details

Summary

The Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad) can be used for many purposes, and in some cases, effectively provides an additional major. It requires you to do at least seven papers, of which at least four are at 300-level or above. The programme is designed for graduates and may be completed by full-time candidates in one year or by part-time candidates over more than one year.

A DipGrad is a great way to retrain or to update existing qualifications. Many students also find it a convenient way to continue learning and that it is a useful bridge to postgraduate study.

The major in International Business is a recent development within the School of Business (Commerce Division). It recognises that business is being conducted in a dynamic, global environment and that organisations, both in New Zealand and through the world, need individuals who can work across the traditional functional boundaries as well as across national borders.

The International Business major offers students the opportunity to combine the study of key international business issues with the study of language and cultural issues.

On completing the degree students will possess the following attributes:

• An understanding of the principles of international business
• An appreciation of New Zealand's position in the global business environment
• The ability to evaluate financial, managerial, economic, organisational and marketing issues in a global context
• The ability to take an interdisciplinary approach to international business
• The ability to communicate effectively with customers and suppliers in different countries
• A good working knowledge of their chosen language including business situations
• A sensitivity to different cultures and the ethical issues facing companies operating in a global environment
• The ability to work effectively in small multicultural groups.

Papers Required

Approved papers from those prescribed at 300-level for the major subject or endorsement requirements for the subject concerned and/or from those available at a higher level in the subject concerned.

Of the 72 points required above 200-level for the programme, a minimum of 54 points shall be from papers for the subject concerned, but papers worth up to 72 points may be required for certain subjects.

Other papers at 100- and/or 200-level in the subject concerned may also be required in some cases as a condition of endorsement.

Entry criteria

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Senate. Every applicant shall be a graduate; and have attained a satisfactory standard of academic performance; or have submitted evidence satisfactory to the Senate of previous training and experience appropriate to the planned programme of study.

English Language Requirements:

IELTS score of 6.5 in the academic module (with no individual band below 6.0); Internet-based TOEFL Score of 95 with a minimum writing score of 22; Paper-based TOEFL score of 587 (TWE 4.5); Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) – Overall score of 176 (with no individual band below 169); Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) – Overall score of 176 (with no individual band below 169); APIEL Advanced Placement International English Language Examination - Grade 4 or higher; Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic - Overall score of 64 with no communicative skills score below 57; University of Otago Foundation Studies Ltd: Completion of 'English for Postgraduate Academic Purposes' with a grade of C or higher.