You will learn:
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Gain a deep understanding of the dynamic and evolving environment in which managers operate, both within New Zealand and internationally. This knowledge will be supported by a broad base of business expertise, including historical insights into New Zealand’s business development and an appreciation of the multicultural influences shaping modern business practices.
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Develop the skills to implement sustainability-focused business strategies that align with global trends and contribute to long-term economic, environmental, and social well-being.
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Transition seamlessly into the workplace, equipped with practical experience gained through integrated work-based learning. Throughout your studies, you’ll apply theoretical knowledge in real-world contexts, ensuring you're ready to contribute effectively from day one.
Choose a Major
You’ll develop a strong understanding of the multicultural influences that shape business operations, preparing you to navigate diverse workplace environments with confidence. Through practical, work-integrated learning, you’ll apply the skills and knowledge gained throughout your studies, enabling you to transition smoothly into your professional role.
Upon completion of your program, you can choose to graduate with one of the following options:
- Project Management Major
- General Business (No Major)
For domestic students there are full and part-time study options. An excellent option if working or those with a busy schedule to undertake one or two papers at a time. This is a great opportunity for you to upskill while in employment. There are also evening papers available.
Careers in management are available in nearly every industry and graduates can step easily into employment having already spent time in a work environment as part of the programme. Graduates also experience good opportunities for career progression both locally, nationally and overseas.
Entry requirements
General admission
- Achievement of NCEA Level 2 including:
- 8 Literacy credits at Level 2 or above; and
- 14 Numeracy credits at Level 1 or above
- or an equivalent of the above, or successful completion of an approved qualification at Level 3 or above with a relevant pathway.
English language requirements
Candidates who have English as a second languge are required to have an academic international English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 6.0 (general or academic) with no individual band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent.
Returning to the education system after being a labour worker for roughly nine years was quite intimidating. As Māori, we feel as if we need to start working at a young age to support our family and continue to grind it out. However, there are better working environments out there for us. Coming to WITT has enabled me to reach goals and opportunities that I never thought were possible to achieve five years ago. WITT has given me the second chance I needed in order for me to pursue a better career path.
I chose WITT as my preferred study institute as it is close to home and provides me with the same qualifications that other institutes provide. The tutors are very supportive and they always encourage students to reach their full potential. I am in my final year of study and I will finish my Bachelor of Applied Management majoring in Accounting.
Taimus Ritai
Bachelor of Applied Management majoring in Accounting
Programme specific information
The Bachelor of Applied Management may be completed in three years full time study or up to ten years part time. If you have already completed the NZ Diploma in Business, please contact the Commerce and Computing team to discuss what papers may be credited to your degree programme of study.
75 elective credits of this programme are a principal feature of its design. They allow students to complement the core papers specific to the degree, and compulsory papers in a major, with papers of their choice thus allowing them to fur ther enhance their future career or personal goals. Elective papers may be chosen from any papers at levels 5, 6 or 7 and relevant pre-requisite papers must be completed prior.
Textbook List
Check out the text list for the Bachelor of Applied Management.
Your tutor will also contact you closer to the time your course starts with a textbook list.
Additional expenses
Closer to the programme starting, learners will receive a list of course materials to purchase. Examples of course materials could include textbooks, stationery, printing; uniforms, personal protective equipment, tools and a laptop.
Career Options
On completion of this programme, graduates will have a sound understanding of the dynamic and changing environment in which management takes place; enabling them to apply that knowledge at both operational and strategic levels in a range of industries.
Career options include: Accountancy, Finance, Operations and Production Management, Project Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing/ Sales Management, Advertising/ Business Development, General Management.
Changes for new learners
WITT and this programme are part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology .
