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Academic Pathways Matrix 2015
(v.24.02.15)*Subject to Immigration New Zealand policy. Note: Applications for Special Admission are considered by the Academic Board upon recommendation of the relevant Academic Head of Programme, and give consideration to the applicant’s educational achievements, work experience and other attributes relevant to the proposed programme which demonstrate ability and motivation to succeed.
This publication is subject to change without notice. For the latest version please see our website: www.ais.ac.nzwww.AIS.ac.nz | [email protected]
Brief Duration NZQALevel Intakes English Req Docs Req Work Options Outcomes Pathways Fees
(NZD)Immigration Benefits*Qualification Entry Req
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Diploma in Tourism Management
40 pointsBachelor of Tourism
Management
Application form + passport copy
+ school final transcripts
+ IELTS results
IELTS 6.0 with no band
below 5.5; or equivalent
Year 12 completion
FebMay Sep
Level 51 yr 20hrs per week on student visa + full time during semester breaks
The Diploma in Tourism Management (Level 5) is a qualification for people who want to enter the industry quickly and comprises
7 courses.
Work opportunities in NZ’s largest industry - entry level positions in tourist offices, travel
agencies, heritage sites, customer service
$17,150
Year 12 completion
FebMay Sep
Level 62 yrs + 12 mths post-study work visa
The Diploma in Tourism Management (Level 6) comprises a total of 14 courses.
$34,300
3 yrs 50 points + 10 bonus points for degree
Graduate Diploma in International Business
or Information Technology or Postgraduate
Diploma/Masters at AUT
Application form + passport copy
+ school final transcripts
+ IELTS results
IELTS 6.0 with no band
below 5.5; or equivalent
20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks + 12 mths post-study work visa
Year 12 completion
FebMay Sep
Level 7The Bachelor of Tourism Management (BTM) is designed for students wishing to be professionals in the tourism industry. Tourism is New Zealand’s largest industry and continues to
expand both here and in many other countries. The BTM equips students with business and management skills as well as general knowledge in all the core areas of tourism management - events,
hospitality, travel and ecotourism.
Work opportunities in NZ’s largest industry -
entry level management positions in tourist
offices, travel agencies, transport companies,
resorts and hospitality activities
Work opportunities in NZ’s largest industry -
management positions in tourist offices, travel
agencies, transport companies, resorts and
hospitality activities
Bachelor of Tourism Management
$17,150 per year
(7 courses)
$17,150 per year
(7 courses)
50 pointsPostgraduate Diploma/Masters
at AUT
20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks + 12 mths post-study work visa
Application form + passport copy
+ graduation transcripts
+ IELTS results
IELTS 6.0 with no band
below 5.5; or equivalent
Bachelor degree or equivalent
FebMay Sep
Level 71 yrThe Graduate Diploma in Tourism Management (GDTM) is designed for graduates of a Bachelor degree or similar
qualification in a discipline other than tourism management who wish to achieve competency and a qualification in tourism management to the level of an undergraduate
degree major.
Graduate Diploma in Tourism Management
$18,150
40 pointsBachelor of International
Business
IELTS 6.0 with no band
below 5.5; or equivalent
Year 12 completion
FebMay Sep
Level 51 yr 20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks
Application form + passport copy
+ school final transcripts
+ IELTS results
Work opportunities in entry level positions
in accounting, international trade and finance, e-commerce,
marketing, self-employment
Diploma in International Business
The Diploma in International Business (Level 5) is a qualification for people who want to enter the workforce quickly and
comprises 7 courses.
$17,150
Year 12 completion
FebMay Sep
Level 62 yrs + 12 mths post-study work visa
The Diploma in International Business (Level 6) comprises a total of 14 courses.
$34,300
50 points + 10 bonus points for degree.
BIB (Accounting) major with NZICA membership and at least one year’s
relevant experience has 10 bonus points (Long
Term Skills Shortage List)
Graduate Diploma in Information Technology or
Graduate Diploma in Tourism
Management
IELTS 6.0 with no band
below 5.5; or equivalent
Year 12 completion
FebMay Sep
Level 73 yrs 20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks + 12 mths post-study work visa
Application form + passport copy
+ school final transcripts
+ IELTS results
The Bachelor of International Business (BIB) is a highly regarded qualification which has recognition by
governments and professional bodies both in New Zealand and overseas. A number of graduates from the degree have
gone on to postgraduate study at leading universities in New Zealand and overseas. Specialisations in Accounting,
Management and Marketing.
Work opportunities in entry level
management positions in accounting,
business, international trade and finance,
e-commerce, marketing, international relations
Bachelor of International Business
50 pointsIELTS 6.0 with no band
below 5.5; or equivalent
Bachelor degree or equivalent
FebMay Sep
Level 71 yr 20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks + 12 mths post-study work visa
Application form + passport copy
+ graduation transcripts
+ IELTS results
The Graduate Diploma in International Business (GDIB) is a one-year full-time programme designed for graduates of a
first degree wishing to complete the equivalent of a major in a discipline other than that in which they have majored for their first degree. Specialist topics in Accounting, Management and
Marketing.
Work opportunities in entry level management positions in accounting, business, e-commerce,
marketing, international relations, import/export, business
Postgraduate Diploma/Masters degrees at other
universitiesGraduate Diploma in
International Business
$18,150
50 points + 10 bonus points (level 8) +
spouse open work visa + subsidised school
education for children of Spouse Visa holder (not
Student Visa holder)
MBAIELTS 6.5 with no band
below 6.0; or equivalent
Bachelor degree or equivalent
+ 2 yrs work experience
Feb MarMay JulSep Nov
Level 81 yr 20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks + 12 mths post-study work visa
Application form + postgrad entry form
+ passport copy + graduation transcripts
+ employer letters + IELTS results
+ two referee forms
The PGDBA comprises 20 modules of the MBA including a core group plus modules in international business, finance, marketing
and operations and logistics. Graduates will have a sound understanding of major business disciplines with a focus on
communication skills, cross-cultural management and international business. Graduates will have developed some areas at senior
management level providing access to management roles.
Work opportunities in entry level management
positionsPostgraduate Diploma in Business Administration
$21,300
60 points + 15 bonus points (Level 9) +
spouse open work visa + subsidised school
education for children of Spouse Visa holder
(not Student Visa holder)
IELTS 6.5 with no band
below 6.0; or equivalent
Bachelor degree or equivalent
+ 2 yrs work experience
Feb MarMay JulSep Nov
Level 91.5 yrs (18 months)
20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks + 12 mths post-study work visa
Application form + postgrad entry form
+ passport copy + graduation transcripts
+ employer letters + IELTS results
+ two referee forms
The Master of Business Administration is the most internationally recognised business qualification in the world today. It is a professional degree in business management, based on a
practical programme with theoretical and research underpinning. It covers a range of business disciplines which form the basis of executive decision-making. Specialisations in Operations and Logistics, Finance, Marketing, International Business. Three
alternative pathways at the final stage of the programme - Field Study, Internship and Dissertation.
Work opportunities in entry to middle level management
positionsMaster of Business
Administration (MBA)
$31,950
Academic Pathways Matrix 2015
(v.24.02.15)*Subject to Immigration New Zealand policy. Note: Applications for Special Admission are considered by the Academic Board upon recommendation of the relevant Academic Head of Programme, and give consideration to the applicant’s educational achievements, work experience and other attributes relevant to the proposed programme which demonstrate ability and motivation to succeed.
This publication is subject to change without notice. For the latest version please see our website: www.ais.ac.nzwww.AIS.ac.nz | [email protected]
**Subject to NZQA approval.
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Diploma in Hospitality Operations
40 points20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks
IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5;
or equivalent
Year 12 completion
Feb MaySep
Level 51 yr Application form + passport copy
+ school final transcripts
+ IELTS results
Work opportunities in entry level hospitality positions such as hotels, resorts, restaurants, marketing and
sales, customer service
The Diploma in Hospitality Operations (Level 5) is a qualification for people who want to enter the industry
quickly and comprises 7 courses.
Bachelor of Hospitality
Management
$17,150
Diploma in Hospitality Operations Management
+ 12 mths post-study work visa
Year 12 completion
Feb MaySep
Level 62 yrsThe Diploma in Hospitality Operations Management (Level 6) comprises a total of 14 courses.
$34,300
Bachelor of Hospitality Management
50 points + 10 bonus points for degree
Year 12 completion
Feb MaySep
Level 73 yrs Application form + passport copy
+ school final transcripts
+ IELTS results
20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks + 12 mths post-study work visa
IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5;
or equivalent
Work opportunities in NZ’s largest industry - entry level management
positions in hotels, resorts, restaurants, marketing and sales, events and convention centres,
food and beverage, rooms division, customer service
The Bachelor of Hospitality Management (BHM) is designed for students wishing to acquire a managerial
role in the fast growing hospitality sector in New Zealand and abroad. The BHM comprises 21 courses
normally studied full-time over three years. The BHM equips students with business and management skills
as well as general knowledge in all the core areas of hospitality management - food and beverage,
accommodation, events and tourism.
Graduate Diploma in Information Technology or International Business or
Postgraduate Diploma/Masters at AUT or Otago
universities
$17,150 per year
(7 courses)
Graduate Diploma in Hospitality Management
50 pointsBachelor degree or equivalent
Feb MaySep
Level 71 yr Application form + passport copy
+ graduation transcripts
+ IELTS results
20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks + 12 mths post-study work visa
IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5;
or equivalent
Work opportunities in NZ’s largest industry - management positions
in hotels, resorts, restaurants, marketing and sales, events and
convention centre managers, food and beverage management, rooms
division management, customer service
The Graduate Diploma in Hospitality Management (GDHM) is a one-year full-time programme of study designed for graduates of a first degree wishing to
complete the equivalent of a major in a discipline other than that in which they have majored for their first
degree. An internship is included in the final semester.
Postgraduate Diploma/Masters at AUT or Otago
universities
$18,150
Diploma in Information Technology
40 pointsYear 12 completion + 50% in Yr 12 Maths
Feb MaySep
Level 51 yr Application form + passport copy
+ school final transcripts
+ IELTS results
20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks
IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5;
or equivalent
IT positions such as system developer, software tester,
programmer, database developer, network administrator, network
technician and help desk
The Diploma in Information Technology (Level 5) is a qualification for people who want to enter the industry
quickly and comprises 8 courses.
Bachelor of Information Technology
$18,000(including over $15,000 worth
of Microsoft licensed
software)
Year 12 completion + 50% in Yr 12 Maths
Feb MaySep
Level 62 yrs + 12 mths post-study work visa
The Diploma in Information Technology (Level 6) comprises a total of 16 courses.
$36,000(including over $15,000 worth
of Microsoft licensed
software)
Bachelor of Information Technology
50 points + 10 bonus points for degree
+ spouse open work visa + subsidised
school education for children of spouse
visa holder (not student visa holder)
(Long Term Skills Shortage List)
Year 12 completion + 50% in Yr 12 Maths
Feb MaySep
Level 73 yrs Application form + passport copy
+ school final transcripts
+ IELTS results
20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks + 12 mths post-study work visa
IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5;
or equivalent
IT positions such as software programmer, software developer,
software analyst, software designer, web developer, web architect,
enterprise web consultant, web service developer, web analyst,
network engineer, network administrator, network support
specialist, junior project manager, IT manager and business analyst
The Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) is a three year programme designed to produce IT professionals
who have a breadth of knowledge across all aspects of Information Technology and an in-depth knowledge
in their area(s) of specialisation. Specialisations in Software Development, Computer Networks and
Information Systems.
Graduate Diploma in International
Business or Tourism
Management or Postgraduate
Diploma/Masters at Unitec or AUT
$18,000 per year
(8 courses)(including over $15,000 worth
of Microsoft licensed
software)
Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
50 pointsBachelor degree or equivalent
Feb MaySep
Level 71 yr Application form + passport copy
+ graduation transcripts
+ IELTS results
20hrs per week on student visa + full time during
semester breaks + 12 mths post-study work visa
IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5;
or equivalent
Graduates will have very good employment
opportunities in roles such as software developer, software
analyst, business analyst, systems support, technical
support, network technician and hardware support
Ideally suited to people with an understanding of business who are already graduates, not necessarily in IT, wanting to move into an IT career. Streams in Software Development, Computer Networks and
Information Systems. The programme culminates with a live industry project in the third semester where
students get the opportunity to plan and implement a response to the needs of a business.
Postgraduate Diploma/Masters at AUT or Unitec
$19,000(including over $15,000 worth
of Microsoft licensed
software)
Brief Duration NZQALevel Intakes English Req Docs Req Work Options Outcomes Pathways Fees
(NZD)Immigration Benefits*Qualification Entry Req