Finance - Bachelor of Business

Whether launching an entrepreneurial start-up or working in a giant multinational corporation, finance is at the heart of business operations. Study finance as part of your Bachelor of Business degree.

Finance is a dynamic field within the modern global economy. Professionals in this field could work with anyone from small private investors in a financial advising role to guiding large companies through the process of listing their shares on stock exchanges worldwide. While many jobs are in the private sector, you could equally work in public or non-government organisations (NGOs).

The AUT Business School is part of the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program. The Bachelor of Business in Finance curriculum is based on the Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK) from the CFA Program and this degree will position you well to obtain the Chartered Financial Analyst designation – a globally respected and recognised investment credential.

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This is part of the Bachelor of Business.

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Start date: 2022

Part 1

You complete four core courses - refer to the Bachelor of Business overview.

Bachelor of Business

Complete the following course

You also choose minor or elective courses depending on your chosen minor(s).

Part 2

You focus on three key areas: financial markets and institutions, investments and portfolio theory, and corporate finance.

Courses may include

Part 3

Workplace experience

The capstone project is the final part of your degree and takes place in your final semester. You can choose to work in an organisation of your choice, start your own venture or complete an applied project.

Recent placements included:

  • ASB Securities
  • BNZ
  • Goldman Sachs
  • Heartland Bank
  • Pathfinder Asset Management
  • PwC
  • Treasury
  • Vodafone NZ

Workplace experience in the Bachelor of Business

Skills you will develop

The outcomes for graduates of this major are outlined in the Graduate Profile below.

Graduate Profile

Current students looking for specific requirements for business majors should refer to Blackboard.

  • Commercial banker
  • Commodities trader
  • Corporate finance manager
  • Fund manager
  • Finance manager
  • Investment banker
  • Securities analyst
  • Stock broker
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Find out more about industry trends, job descriptions and what employers may be looking for.

Finance Careers

Key features
  • World-leading finance department, ranked in the top 150 in the world in QS rankings
  • Recognised by the CFA Institute
  • Graduates are well prepared to move up to Chartered Financial Analyst status
  • Valuable workplace experience in an organisation of your choice
  • Networking opportunities and real business experience through the AUT Investment Club, and the CFA Institute Research Challenge
See yourself as
  • Analytical and interested in financial markets, financial institutions, investments and corporate finance
  • Confident and articulate
  • Someone who pays attention to detail
Jessica Lee
Flavia Silva
Angelitsa Nekelo
Ben Armstrong
Jacqueline Liaina Tailela
Jessica Lee
Great graduatesJessica LeeFinancial Analyst, Guardian TrustBachelor of Business
Bachelor of Business (Honours)Business touches on pretty much every aspect of modern society, says business alumna Jessica Lee who came to AUT as an international student from Hong Kong.Business touches on pretty much every aspect of modern society, says business and economics alumna Jessica Lee who came to AUT as an international student from Hong Kong. Now working as a financial analyst for the New Zealand Guardian Trust, Jessica constantly draws on the skills she developed at AUT. She enjoys the challenges of dealing with different kinds of investment schemes.
Flavia Silva
Great graduatesFlavia SilvaBachelor of BusinessBusiness is at the core of our society, says Flavia Silva who is currently completing a Bachelor of Business in Finance, with a minor in Sustainable Enterprise.Business is at the core of our society and communities, says Flavia Silva who is currently completing a Bachelor of Business in Finance, with a minor in Sustainable Enterprise. She appreciates the support she has received as an adult student, says Flavia who is originally from Uruguay, and previously worked in the travel and tourism industry.
Angelitsa Nekelo
Great graduatesAngelitsa NekeloGraduate Accountant, KPMGBachelor of Business
Bachelor of Business (Honours)Throughout her time at AUT she found inspiration and support in her peers and lecturers, says Angelitsa Nekelo who is working as a graduate accountant for KPMG.Throughout her time at AUT she found inspiration and support in her peers and lecturers, says Angelitsa Nekelo who is now working as a graduate accountant for KPMG. She says she felt a strong sense of community and belonging at AUT, especially seeing Pacific representation throughout all levels of the university. Now working at KPMG, Angelitsa enjoys being able to support other Māori and Pacific students.
Ben Armstrong
Great graduatesBen ArmstrongBachelor of Business
Bachelor of Sport and RecreationHe wants to make a difference to the future of sport, says Ben Armstrong who is studying a Bachelor of Sport and Recreation as well as a Bachelor of Business.He wants to make a difference to the future of sport, says Ben Armstrong who is currently studying a Bachelor of Sport and Recreation in Management as well as a Bachelor of Business in Finance. Being able to hear from industry professionals has been inspiring, says Ben who was awarded a 2020 AUT Undergraduate Scholarship to support his studies.
Jacqueline Liaina Tailela
Great graduatesJacqueline Liaina TailelaBachelor of BusinessBeing able to go on a student exchange and spend a semester in Canada has been one of the highlights of her studies at AUT, says Jacqueline Liaina Tailela.She enjoys the challenges accounting offers, says Jacqueline Liaina Tailela who migrated to New Zealand from Samoa and is currently in the final year of a Bachelor of Business in Accounting and Finance. Being able to go on a student exchange and spend a semester in Canada has been one of the highlights of Jacqueline’s studies.

The information on this page was correct at time of publication. For a comprehensive overview of AUT qualifications, please refer to the Academic Calendar.

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