Research in business

At the AUT Business School we believe in high-quality research that addresses important societal challenges. Our world-class researchers work in all major disciplines in business, and in our multidisciplinary research centres.

At the heart of our research is collaborative engagement with our external stakeholders in business, the professions, government and the community.

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AUT's academic supervisors are recognised world-class researchers who have the expert knowledge to guide you throughout your studies.

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If you’re interested in applying to a PhD or MPhil, email doctoral.and.mphil.admissions@aut.ac.nz first to assess your eligibility for the programme.

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Can NZ support more foreign students?
09 Mar, 2026
NZ’s push to expand international education appears an easy win for economic growth – but the numbers on paper don’t make for p...
How can tourism and hospo in NZ thrive?
04 Mar, 2026
A new AUT study shows challenges and opportunities for a sector marked by passionate, committed workers - despite bullying and low pay.
The case for pay equity in Aotearoa NZ
02 Mar, 2026
Over five decades, women have moved into many new work roles. Men have not. That imbalance continues to shape pay outcom...
2026 NZ sustainability survey launches
02 Feb, 2026
AUT is calling on those people who have sustainability as part or all of their role to take part in this year’s survey on NZ’s sustainability profes...
NZ needs stronger hate-crime law
30 Jan, 2026
Lesbian and bisexual women in NZ face substantially higher risks of crime by strangers, showing the need to change public health and policy ...