The regulations for this postgraduate diploma are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.

1 In order to be admitted to this postgraduate diploma, an applicant must have:

a (i) been enrolled in the Master of Commerce from this University

and

(ii) passed at least 30 points for that degree

and

(iii) been recommended for admission by the Dean of Faculty of Business and Economics or nominee

or

b (i) completed the requirements for a relevant Masters degree from this University, or have equivalent prior study

and

(ii) passed any prerequisite requirements specified in the Master of Commerce Schedule for the relevant subject intended for this degree with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or the equivalent.

2 Equivalence and relevance in Regulation 1 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

3 In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 1 may be waived by the relevant Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has at least three years of relevant, practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.

Note: A relevant Masters degree may be in business, engineering, humanities, sciences or technology.

4 A student enrolled for this postgraduate diploma must:

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas.

5 The total enrolment for this postgraduate diploma must not exceed 160 points.

6 Of the 120 points required for this postgraduate diploma, a student must pass:

a 120 points in one of the subjects listed in the Master of Commerce Schedule

or

b (i) at least 90 points in one of the subjects listed in the Master of Commerce Schedule, excluding thesis courses

and

(ii) up to 30 points from other courses listed in the Master of Commerce Schedule or other approved 700 level courses offered at this University. Approval will be determined by the Programme Director.

7 A dissertation/research essay may be included as approved by the Academic Head or nominee.

8 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

9 Courses selected for this qualification are subject to confirmation by the relevant Programme Director or nominee.

10 a The dissertation or research project, when included in the programme, is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the Programme Director

b The dissertation or research project topic must be approved by the relevant Programme Director or nominee prior to enrolment.

c The dissertation or research project must be completed and submitted as specified in the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas.

11 This postgraduate diploma may be awarded with Distinction or Merit as specified in the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas.

12 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

13 These regulations have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.

Courses selected for this qualification are subject to confirmation by the relevant Programme Director or nominee.