Overview

The Bachelor of Commerce in International Business program from Victoria University of Wellington is a three-year degree that will teach you the skills and knowledge you need to excel in the job market.

During your study, you’ll:

connect with organisations through real-world projects, internships, and guest lectures

develop critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

gain unique insights into the interplay between commerce, policy, and society in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.

Key Facts

Our BCom offers the widest range of commerce majors in the country, giving you the flexibility to customise your study to match your goals.

If you want to take a second major, you can choose from over 90 options offered across the University. You could combine business with psychology, or marketing with computer science, or public policy with space science—the choice is yours.

Wellington School of Business and Government is among a select group of fewer than 130 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.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Identifying Grand Challenges in Business and Government

Accounting for Accountability and Decision Making

Law for Business

Microeconomic Principles

Digital Systems and Information in Business and Society

Principles of Marketing

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-11-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wellington, New Zealand

Disciplines

International Business View 24 other Bachelors in International Business in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Achieve the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or three GCE Advanced Level passes at C grade, or equivalent.

You may also be required to demonstrate your proficiency in English.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

37550 NZD / year

≈ 37550 NZD / year

Living costs

Wellington

New Zealand

1000 - 2300 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Credits

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Disciplines

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General requirements

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