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Bachelor of Commerce

University of Auckland
Auckland , New Zealand
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Bachelors
Major
Accounting | Finance | Marketing
Area of study
Business and Administration
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Commerce

The Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) is a comprehensive undergraduate degree that provides students with a solid foundation in business principles and practices. The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and expertise necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing business environment.


Program Structure

The BCom program consists of six Stage I core courses and two additional courses that depend on the subjects the student plans to major in. The six Stage I core courses are:


  • BUSINESS 111
  • BUSINESS 112
  • BUSINESS 114
  • BUSINESS 115
  • INFOSYS 110
  • STATS 100 or STATS 108

Planning the First Year

Full-time single-degree students are recommended to take four courses (60 points) per semester, totaling eight courses in the first year. The first semester typically includes:


  • BUSINESS 111 (prioritized due to its prerequisite status for BUSINESS 112)
  • Two other Stage I core courses
  • One elective or major course

Major-Specific Pathways

The program offers various majors, each with its own set of required courses. Some examples of typical pathways for full-time BCom students include:


Accounting

  • First semester: BUSINESS 111, BUSINESS 114, BUSINESS 115, STATS 108 or INFOSYS 110
  • Second semester: BUSINESS 112, ACCTG 102, Elective

Finance

  • First semester: BUSINESS 111, BUSINESS 114, BUSINESS 115, STATS 108 or INFOSYS 110
  • Second semester: BUSINESS 112, INFOSYS 110 or STATS 108, MATHS 108

Economics

  • First semester: BUSINESS 111, BUSINESS 114, BUSINESS 115, STATS 100/108 or INFOSYS 110
  • Second semester: BUSINESS 112, ECON 152, MATHS 108

Business Analytics

  • First semester: BUSINESS 111, BUSINESS 114, BUSINESS 115, STATS 108 or INFOSYS 110
  • Second semester: BUSINESS 112, BUSAN 101, Elective

General Education and Electives

Students can choose General Education courses from inside or outside the BCom schedule. Recommended Business electives include:


  • ACCTG 102
  • BUSAN 101
  • ECON 152, 221
  • MATHS 102, 108
  • PROPERTY 102
  • STATS 208

Conjoint Degrees

A conjoint degree allows students to complete both a Bachelor of Commerce and another undergraduate degree program simultaneously. Conjoint students are encouraged to start both degrees in their first semester and prioritize completing the Stage I Business Core courses.


Support and Resources

The University provides various support services, including Student Hubs, which offer assistance with:


  • Enrolling in courses
  • Degree planning and course advice
  • Questions about being a student at the University

Conclusion

The Bachelor of Commerce program at the University of Auckland is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in business, preparing them for successful careers in a variety of fields. With its flexible structure and range of majors, the program caters to different interests and career aspirations, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to meet the challenges of the modern business world.


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