Course Overview

The Bachelor of Business (BBus) will prepare you to lead and manage a successful company or organisation in a wide range of industries. Or take the entrepreneurial route and create your own start-up business.

This degree equips you with well-rounded business and financial acumen across all the key areas of management, including accounting, digital business, economics, finance, marketing and supply chain management.

It ensures you graduate with the relevant business knowledge and practical skills that today's employers are looking for.

Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:

  • Bachelor of Business (from University of Waikato)
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Study options

3 years full-time, including holidays (if applicable)

If you're studying in Tauranga, your first year of the BBus will be the New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) with Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology.

You’ll then enrol with University of Waikato to complete years 2 and 3 of the BBus in either Tauranga or Hamilton.

Part-time study available

Total credits 360
StudyLink assistance Available
Indicative Fees Enquire with UoW for domestic students View full fees information
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Topics you'll cover

Majors offered in Tauranga include:

  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • Marketing
  • Strategic Management

Students Enrolling on New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) as part of the Bachelor of Business

If you're studying in Tauranga, your first year of the BBus will be the New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) in your chosen strand with Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology.

You’ll complete years 2 and 3 of the BBus by enrolling with University of Waikato.

Please apply through the New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) in your chosen strand:

Course Fees

Indicative Fees * Enquire with UoW for domestic students

Please enquire directly with the University of Waikato (UoW) regarding fees for UoW papers.

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There are several ways to take advantage of free study at Toi Ohomai. Find out how on our Fees Free FAQ page.

Student Loans and Allowances

This course meets the requirements for student allowance and student loan applications through StudyLink.

  • A student loan helps to pay for your course fees (the compulsory fees), study materials e.g. books, equipment, and living costs. You'll have to pay this money back.
  • A student allowance is a weekly payment that can help with your living expenses while you're studying. You don't have to pay the money back.

Find out more and apply at studylink.govt.nz

Scholarships

Scholarships are one way you might be able to get some financial help. Any scholarships specifically related to this course are shown below, otherwise check out the full list of scholarships promoted by Toi Ohomai.


Course Entry Information

Entry criteria

Start your BBus degree in Tauranga by enrolling in the New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) with Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology.

On successful completion of the NZDipBus (Level 5), you will be guaranteed admission to the BBus with credit for the first year. 

Standard Entry Criteria

Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.

English language requirements

IELTS Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 4 with the Academic Endorsement or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.


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Course Locations and Intake Information

Intakes to be confirmed Ask to be notified when the next intake becomes available

Study options

  • 3 years full-time, including holidays (if applicable)
  • If you're studying in Tauranga, your first year of the BBus will be the New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) with Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology.

    You’ll then enrol with University of Waikato to complete years 2 and 3 of the BBus in either Tauranga or Hamilton.
  • Part-time study available

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