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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In healthcare, “sorry” may not be enough

In healthcare, “sorry” may not be enough

24 Apr, 2026

When it comes to medical mistakes, are apologies what patients need most? AUT research surveyed more than 1200 participants t...

Q&A: KiwiSaver Matters

22 Apr, 2026

Wondering when to start and how best to save for your retirement? Join Professor of Finance Aaron Gilbert to find out why KiwiSaver Matters.

“Lungwashing” stubs out tobacco harm

31 Mar, 2026

New AUT research exposes the steps a major tobacco company takes to look like it cares about the health of people and the planet.

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.

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Student testimonialsTaichi AriokaDoctor of PhilosophyHow can advanced technologies be integrated into companies’ practices and help them achieve their sustainability goals? Taichi Arioka explores this for his PhD.How can advanced technologies be integrated into companies’ practices and help them achieve their sustainability goals? Taichi Arioka explores this for his PhD.

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Student testimonialsZam Suan MungDoctor of PhilosophyFor his research he is focusing on the integration of ethics into financial product innovation, says Zam Suan Mung who came to AUT from Myanmar to study a PhD.For his research he is focusing on the integration of ethics into financial product innovation, says Zam Suan Mung who came to AUT from Myanmar to study a PhD.

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Student testimonialsEmma HitchcockDoctor of Philosophy
Master of Business
Bachelor of BusinessGender equality is crucial for ensuring equal opportunities and fair treatment in the labour market, says Emma Hitchcock who is focusing on the topic for her PhD.Gender equality is crucial for ensuring equal opportunities and fair treatment in the labour market, says Emma Hitchcock who is focusing on the topic for her PhD.

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Student testimonialsMackenzie FreemanDoctor of Philosophy
Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Business (Honours)What is the relationship between supply chain resilience and climate change? That’s the interesting topic Mackenzie Freeman is exploring for her PhD research.What is the relationship between supply chain resilience and climate change? That’s the interesting topic Mackenzie Freeman is exploring for her PhD research.

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