University
University of OtagoPostgraduate Certificate in Business (PGCertBus)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
Summary
The Postgraduate Certificate in Business (PGCertBus) is designed to enable students to begin to develop, or develop highly focused, subject-specific and generic skills sought after by employers globally. The degree is an entry pathway to the PGDipBus. The PGCertBus normally requires one semester (5 months) of full-time, or equivalent part-time, study. It offers specialisation in a variety of subjects that are completed through a series of taught papers. These papers are a mix of those that are generic to the Business School and those that are specific to subject specialisations.
The normal admission requirement is a degree with a minimum grade of B, though some subjects require more specific student backgrounds.
Entry criteria
General entry requirementsA university entrance qualification is essential for admission to the University of Otago for all types of programmes. You must also be at least 16 years of age by the first day of classes in your period of study and meet English language requirements.
Domestic studentsYou need to have met the New Zealand University Entrance standard, based on your achievement in secondary school or other prior study. Learn about the different categories for achieving University Entrance and what information you may need to provide with your application.
International studentsCheck recognised entry qualifications by country, and find out what documents you need to provide for a successful application.
English language requirementsAll students must be proficient in the use of English. If your first language is not English, there are several ways you may provide evidence of English proficiency, including through prior secondary or tertiary study, internationally recognised English language tests, and foundation language programmes.
The level of English proficiency required for undergraduate study is equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no individual band below 5.5.
For details about what is accepted as evidence of English proficiency, please refer to:
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