Programme structure
Due to the structure of the CAANZ/CPA pathway, elective courses or a second major are not possible.
COMPULSORY COURSES
Level 5
311.537 Introduction to Accounting
Learn the basics of accounting in a New Zealand business context; create and understand financial statements; and analyse business performance for small companies
181.519 Professional Communication
Study oral and written communication skills and interpersonal communication skills in the New Zealand business context.
341.571 Business Heritage, Culture and Sustainability
Develop an understanding of New Zealand’s diverse cultural and commercial history, and how its cultural heritage relates to business today.
323.510 Commercial Law
Learn the fundamentals of the legal system as it relates to business, including liability, contract law and consumer rights.
371.514 Economics
Develop an understanding of elements of economic theory and how they relate to contemporary business issues, including exchange rates, international trade, and the relationship between market economics and regulation.
351.515 Introduction to Marketing
Gain a basic understanding of the theory and practice of marketing, including market analysis, segmentation and consumer behaviour
341.576 Management
Understand and apply the factors that influence people and change management of an organisation
341.582 Managing Operations
Understand and apply the factors that influence the operational and financial management of an organisation
143.505 Business Statistical Analysis
Gain a practical understanding of data analysis, spreadsheets, and how to present this data meaningfully in the form of graphs
COMPULSORY COURSES
Level 6
CORE COURSES
341.628 Applied Management
Build on the skills learnt in the Management course by proposing, developing and executing a project that meets the needs of a specific business problem.
341.629 Research Methodology
Train in the key analytical tools used in business and how they affect management decision-making. You will learn to apply research methodologies to identify and solve a practical businessrelated problem
COURSES IN THIS MAJOR:
311.646 Intermediate Financial Accounting
Gain an understanding of the regulatory and technical aspects of financial accounting, including the formation of new companies, analysis of financial reporting, and contemporary issues in accounting.
311.647 Intermediate Management Accounting
Build on the skills learnt in the Introduction to Accounting course, learning how to analyse and present management-accounting information to help an organisation make effective business decisions.
311.648 Taxation in NZ
Study the principles of accounting in the context of taxation and apply that knowledge of taxation rules to New Zealand businesses in a range of situations
311.650 Introduction to Finance
Gain a practical understanding of financial management, capital budgeting techniques, asset management and analysis of shortterm and long-term financing alternatives
311.651 Auditing and Assurance
Learn about auditing and assurance processes, audit standards and frameworks, and current issues of auditing research
323.607 The Law of Business Entities
Learn about, and demonstrate an understanding of, the legal requirements for the creation, operation and ending of different kinds of business entities.
578.605 Accounting Information Systems
Learn to design, implement and maintain accounting information systems; gain skills in spreadsheets, databases and accounting packages; and learn to create meaningful reports and flowcharts.
COMPULSORY COURSES
Level 7
CORE COURSE
341.736 Industry Project (equivalent to three courses)
As part of your Graduate Diploma or in the final year of your Bachelor of Applied Management (Accounting Majors only) you will work ‘hands-on’ within a real business environment applying your learning. During this time you will complete a significant research project for your host organisation, overseen by an MIT lecturer. This experience will ensure you graduate with both a qualification and practical experience.
COURSES IN THIS MAJOR:
311.728 Advanced Financial Accounting
Gain the skills necessary to operate in New Zealand’s financial reporting environment, preparing and presenting complex financial statements in the context of accepted modern accounting practice.
311.729 Advanced Management Accounting
Build on the skills learnt in Intermediate Management Accounting, learning advanced techniques to provide and evaluate accounting information, how it affects behaviour and how it contributes to strategic decision-making.

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Information is correct as at August 2017. Programme fees may vary depending on your final selection of courses that make up your programme. To provide you with an indication of costs, the approximate fees quoted on this website are based on the indicative 2018 fee structure. [Programmes stated as eligible for free study in 2018 are based on the 2017 fee structure and subject to funding confirmation for 2018.] All fees are in New Zealand Dollars. If your fees are paid by credit card, a credit card fee will be payable in addition to programme fees. You will be advised of the current fees at the time of enrolment. All courses and programmes will proceed subject to numbers and academic approval. Manukau Institute of Technology is accredited under the provisions of the Education Act 1989.