Study business

Business doesn't wait – it pivots, reacts, reinvents. At AUT, you'll sharpen your thinking, challenge assumptions and adapt fast. You'll pitch ideas, solve real problems and work with actual companies, backed by lecturers who know the real world. In our small classes, you'll build leadership, collaboration, digital literacy and subject expertise – not just to get ahead, but to make a difference that lasts. You'll graduate from one of the top business schools globally – both EQUIS and AACSB accredited – with experience that counts. This isn't just theory. It's your first job, built into your degree.

Research postgraduate programmes

These programmes involve advanced learning by conducting research, which will give you specialised knowledge in an area you've previously studied and transferable skills to stand out in the highly competitive employment market.

The Postgraduate Certificate in Business doesn't include a research project, but can serve as a pathway into the Master of Business research degree.

Professional postgraduate programmes

These programmes are taught in class, and are designed to accelerate your professional career or take it in a new direction entirely.

Applied finance

Business administration (MBA)

Online study options for business administration - offered by AUT Online

Business management

Global business

Marketing

Professional accounting

Supply chain management

Other programmes

A certificate or diploma will give you an introduction to your chosen subject and can prepare you for further study.

Our research

At AUT, research is a tool for change. Our teams bring deep expertise and a clear focus: solving real problems with practical impact. Whether it’s rethinking leadership or reshaping systems, we’re here to ask better questions – and deliver sharper answers.

More about our research

Partner with us

Partnership at AUT is built on shared purpose. We work closely with organisations, communities and alumni to co-design solutions, inform research and create meaningful change. If you’re ready to collaborate, we’re ready to listen – and act.

Partner with us

What it's like to study business at AUT

Workplace experience ensures you real work exposure

Real workplace experience

Real projects, real connections. Many AUT programmes include workplace experience so you’re ready for what’s next.

You design your degree

Degrees built your way

Why settle for one subject? Our Bachelor of Business lets you combine disciplines and build your degree your way.

Find out what real business is like

See how leadership really works

Shadow a Leader pairs you with someone who leads for real – in meetings, on calls, making decisions that matter.

Join a club, reap the rewards

Business clubs that mean business

Pitch ideas, meet mentors, build your network. AUT’s business clubs connect you with the real world.

See the world while you continue your studies

Overseas study opportunities

Passport ready? Study overseas with AUT Global and bring fresh perspectives back to your AUT degree.

Beta Gamma Sigma can help you network

Recognition that travels

Beta Gamma Sigma is the business honour society that recognises the best – and connects them globally. If you’re invited, you’ve earned it.

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