

International Business is a specialisation that is of vital importance in our increasingly global world. At AUT, students have the opportunity to explore exciting developments at the leading edge of core international business topics, including the international business environment, management and strategy. This will undoubtedly equip students for success in the fastpaced global business world we all encounter.
RESEARCH
International Business research staff undertake research on a number of topics that contribute to the success of New Zealand businesses in world markets, as well as to the international body of business knowledge. Current research includes the internationalisation of New Zealand business, opportunities in large emerging markets, threats in the global economy, and challenges of cross-cultural leadership.
Examples of student research include:
Postgraduate papers include:
ACADEMIC STAFF RESEARCH INTERESTS
The Business School has a large number of professorial staff, including leading scholars who are recognised internationally and nationally. Our academic staff are enthusiastic researchers and teachers with backgrounds in academia and professional practice and our courses have an emphasis on ‘real’ research that is relevant to the business community.
Further information and a full listing of international business research staff at the AUT Business School
POSTGRADUATE PAPERS
These papers are offered in the following postgraduate qualifications – BBus (Hons), PgDipBus, PgCertBus, MPBS and MBus.
358105 International Business Management
358106 The International Business Environment
359107 Leadership Challenges in International Management
359108 International Business and Large Emerging Markets (LEMs)
379009 International Trade Theory and Policy