Launch your international business career
New Zealand’s economy relies heavily on international trade and partnerships, which makes International Business knowledge essential in today’s world.
In this subject, you’ll learn how organisations operate across borders and how economic, political, social, and cultural systems differ from country to country. You’ll broaden your perspectives and develop critical thinking, analytical, cross-cultural, and strategic skills.
These skills open up career opportunities in New Zealand and around the world, and will help you adapt as the business world changes.
Why Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand’s capital, is home to the government agencies, financial institutions, and companies that shape the country’s international business and trade, particularly in the Asia-Pacific.
The School of Marketing and International Business links with many of these organisations, putting you in touch with decision-makers and giving you insights into international trade dynamics that will enrich your career.
Choose your study path
You can study International Business as a major subject in the Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), or as a minor subject.
You can also study International Business as part of a double major within a BCom, or as part of a conjoint degree.
For all your options, including how to combine International Business with other majors, see the BCom page and contact a Student Success Adviser.
Degree support and advice
We can help you match your interests and career goals with the right course of study.
If you’re a new student, talk to a Future Student Adviser.
If you’re already studying with us, talk to Tītoko—Student Success.
Study options
Find out how you can study International Business at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
Future careers
With a BCom in International Business, you’ll be well positioned for roles in government, consultancies, multinational firms, trade agencies, or NGOs that span global markets.
You might enter the workforce with roles like:
- business development adviser
- management consultant
- import/export agent
- international marketing coordinator
- logistics coordinator.
From there, you could progress to roles in business development, international marketing, or management consultancy.
The degree is also a solid foundation for postgraduate study.
More career information
Find out more about careers on our 'What can I do with my degree' page for this subject.
The government careers website, Tahatū, offers more information about jobs, salaries, and current opportunities.
Scholarships
You may be able to get a scholarship to help fund your studies.
We have first-year and school-leaver scholarships available, as well as specialised scholarships for different groups and subject areas. If nothing fits right now, something may suit you later.
We encourage you to apply. It's a straightforward process, and it could make a real difference.
Scholarships for Business and Government
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Applicants must be of Māori descent, identify as female, enrolled or intending to enrol full-time or part-time in an undergraduate or postgraduate programme at Wellington School of Business and Government. Grade point average (GPA) or grade point equivalent (GPE) of at least 6.00 is required.
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In honour of Jonathan Nicholls (ACC's Head of Actuarial Services who passed away in early 2015), ACC wishes to promote the actuarial profession in much the same way that Jonathan did. ACC is dedicated to supporting Actuarial Science students and others looking to pursue a career in the actuarial profession.
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The fund, which was established at the time of the renovation of the C3 lecture theatre, is to assist a second-year student from any faculty in their studies at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington
Scholarships for international students
We are currently offering a NZ$15,000 VUW Undergraduate International Scholarship to all eligible international students enrolling in a Bachelor’s degree.
Your scholarship will be processed automatically when your programme application is accepted, and the amount will be deducted from your tuition fees.
Other scholarships
We also offer specialised scholarships for different groups and subject areas. If nothing fits right now, something may suit you later.
We encourage you to apply. It's a straightforward process, and it could make a real difference.
Scholarships for Business and Government
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In honour of Jonathan Nicholls (ACC's Head of Actuarial Services who passed away in early 2015), ACC wishes to promote the actuarial profession in much the same way that Jonathan did. ACC is dedicated to supporting Actuarial Science students and others looking to pursue a career in the actuarial profession.
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This scholarship is to assist students in the last year of their first Bachelors degree at Victoria University of Wellington. The scholarship fund will be awarded equally between male and female students.
International recognition
Wellington School of Business and Government is among the top 1% of business schools worldwide that hold the ‘Triple Crown’ of international business education accreditations. By studying here, you can be confident your qualification will be recognised globally for its quality.
Postgraduate study
Postgraduate study can expand your career options, whether you want to build new skills, move into a related field, or prepare for a research or academic career.
With good undergraduate results, you could keep studying International Business in:
After either, you could go on to a PhD if you want to do independent research.
Get help to manage your finances
We can help you:
- budget your money
- manage your student loan or allowance
- work out your accommodation payment schedule.
If you're facing financial difficulties, we can help you apply for the Hardship Fund.
You may be eligible for government or community support, too.
Wellington Global Exchange
If you're a current student at Victoria University of Wellington, you can complete part of your degree overseas. Choose from our 140 partner universities worldwide.
Study Abroad and Exchange Programme
If you're an overseas student, you can spend a trimester or a year at Victoria University of Wellington. You'll earn credits at your home university while you study here.