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Welcome to AIS St Helens Why Study in Auckland?

Reasons to Choose AIS St Helens Core Values Our History Student Services Facilities AIS St Helens Campuses Institutional Linkages Testimonials

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What Can I Study?

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English Language

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Foundation Studies

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Hospitality Management

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Tourism Management

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Arts

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Information Technology

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International Business

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How Do I Apply?

Course Selection Programme Admission Details Equivalent Qualifications Guide

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Further Information Directory Code of Practice

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welcome to ais st helens

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Welcome to AIS St Helens, an independent tertiary institution with a distinctive international focus. Since 1990, the institute has attracted over 15,000 students and staff from countries around the world and developed close relationships with educational institutions both nationally and internationally. This network has advantages for both our international and New Zealand students. Our undergraduate and postgraduate students experience expert personalised education. The learning and development of each student is guided by qualified staff who are committed to helping students achieve success.

Dr. Richard Goodall President

We have created learning pathways and support strategies are in place to cater for the different skills and abilities of individual students, maximising their opportunities to achieve their goals.

On each campus we ensure that a friendly nurturing environment balances and supports our rigorous and demanding academic programmes. We utilise a variety of monitoring mechanisms to ensure that the quality of our programmes is maintained at the highest international standards.

Earning an AIS St Helens academic credential is a qualification for life, and requires each student to demonstrate a high level of personal commitment and integrity.

Studying at AIS St Helens is a uniquely rewarding experience.

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why Auckland?

Why Study in Auckland?

Aotearoa/New Zealand Located deep in the Southern Hemisphere, New Zealand is the youngest country on Earth and remains widely undiscovered to much of the world’s population.

Having a population of 4.4 million and comparable with Great Britain or Japan in size it is one of the world’s least crowded countries.

Auckland Auckland has earned itself a regular spot amongst the top five best cities in the world to live in. With its temperate climate, nearby beaches and variety of activities, it’s easy to see why.

Dominating the urban scene, Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city and is a melting pot of 1.4 million people from European, South Pacific and Asian cultures as well as a strong Maori heritage. Reflecting this diversity, Auckland’s Central Business District (CBD) offers a large choice of recreational and dining experiences.

There are many cafés and restaurants serving both local and international cuisine and students can find nightclubs, cabarets, pubs, a casino, concerts and live performances as well as an active DJ and band scene here.

The natural beauty that New Zealand is known for is abundant around Auckland. As well as having plenty of open spaces, public parks and gardens, Auckland is situated between two picturesque harbours and its clean,

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beautiful beaches are easily accessible.

In 2011, the Rugby World Cup comes to New Zealand, attracting people from cultures around the world and creating an even more lively atmosphere to Auckland’s nightlife. Auckland will host the semi-finals and final matches at Eden Park, not far from the AIS St Helens campuses.

Located in suburban Mt Albert, AIS St Helens is only a short train, bus or car ride from the CBD. Students can enjoy leisurely walks to the beautiful Western Springs Park, Auckland Zoo, the Museum of Transport and Technology, and the exciting Westfield St Lukes Shopping Mall which are all nearby.

To the west are the Waitakere Ranges, a lush rainforest of native New Zealand flora and fauna which then gives way to some of the North Island’s best black sand surf beaches.

One of the greatest attractions New Zealand has to offer international students is the lifestyle. Not only do New Zealanders (‘Kiwis’) seem to enjoy a more relaxed living philosophy, but compared with many other developed nations, the cost of living an enjoyable lifestyle is more affordable in New Zealand.

The cost of living is of course dependent on where and how you choose to live in Auckland. Check out the AIS St Helens website for the costs of various products and services.

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Foundation Programme AIS St Helens offers a Certificate in Foundation Studies programme. The programme, run over eight months, provides an excellent pathway into our diploma and degree programmes.

The Certificate in Foundation Studies is ideal for students with English as a second language, for students who have been out of the education system for a while or for those who have not gained the necessary qualification to study at tertiary level.

Credit Recognition

International Education AIS St Helens attracts students from all around the world. Our programmes are marketplace and industry driven. Our industry partners sponsor awards and provide internship opportunities for our top achievers. This is an endorsement and recognition of the quality of our programmes and our high academic standing.

Our students find work in New Zealand and in their home countries after successful completion of their studies with us. A multicultural, family-oriented environment on both our campuses provides a conducive, stimulating setting for studies. This environment leads to better understanding and interaction across cultures and can build life-long friendships.

Customised Options Our marketing team in conjunction with the academic faculty are happy to advise and provide customised programmes that match students’ requirements and career aspirations – for example, a Bachelor of International Business student may decide to undertake studies in Tourism in order to gain a better understanding of this service industry in New Zealand.

Better Learning, Nurturing and Support Our knowledgeable, experienced faculty treasure and value personal

contact with students and class numbers are kept low to maintain high quality standards. Our students not only have better interaction with lecturers but are able to receive a high degree of personal attention and maximise their potential.

Our Study Skills Advisor provides students with support, guidance and advice in order to improve their academic performance. Students who do not have English as their first language or lack good academic writing skills are offered a range of language tutorials and support programmes.

Students applying to AIS St Helens from other institutions may apply for credit recognition once they arrive to begin their studies.

AIS St Helens offers a number of cross-credits for students who have completed the New Zealand Diploma in Business or Level 5 and Level 6 local and national diplomas in IT, Tourism, Hospitality and Business.

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Reasons to Choose AIS St Helens

Prior studies at our international partner institutes are also eligible for cross credits.

Our Student Services - Marketing team will be happy to assist you.

Fast Track Programmes and Flexible Entry Dates AIS St Helens has a flexible, three-semester system (January, May and September each year for diploma/degree/postgraduate qualifications) which allows students to fast-track their studies. Students who are highly committed and put in additional effort can complete their diploma or degree programmes in a shorter time than at traditional institutions. This allows faster entry into employment.

Our English Language Centre has an intake every Monday except for the six-weekly test weeks.

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core values

Core Values

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a nurturing and friendly multicultural environment;

in an increasingly global environment; and • Providing further opportunities through linking our organisation

• Exhibiting confidence in the ability of each individual to achieve his or her potential;

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our history

Our History Today AIS St Helens is New Zealand’s largest and most international independent degree provider with a roll of over 1,000 students, of whom around 80% are international students from over 30 different countries.

The institute was established in 1990, starting as a School of Language offering courses in English language to international students. Established with financial backing from Taiwanese, Japanese and New Zealand interests, the institute was located for the first three years in Auckland’s Downtown Centre.

The original objective was to become a private tertiary institution specialising in international business and crosscultural communication at degree level.

In 1991, with the opening of the School of Business, the original Diploma of Business Studies was launched as the next step towards this objective.

In 1992 the School of Travel and Tourism was added to expand the scope of international studies offered to the domestic market. The Advanced Diploma in Business was also developed as part of the progression towards degree-granting status. In that year, expanding student numbers led to the search for more suitable premises and refurbishment commenced at the St Helens site in Mt Albert which opened in mid-1993.

In 1997 the institute received the New Zealand Services Exporter of the Year Award from Trade New Zealand in recognition of its success in international markets.

In 1999 a joint venture was established with the University of Otago to offer the Foundation Year for international students moving into Commerce and Arts degrees. The new MBA in International Business was also launched in 1999, followed shortly after by the Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CertTESOL).

In 2000 AIS St Helens celebrated its 10th anniversary, and commenced planning to expand its main Auckland site. A nearby property was purchased in 2001 and after extensive refurbishment, opened as the Asquith Campus in 2002.

The modern facility includes advanced computer laboratories, a conference centre, lecture theatres, a gymnasium and sports arena.

The first of the Information Technology programmes was launched in 2003, complemented by the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology in 2004. In 2005 the Bachelor of Tourism Management was launched to meet local and international economic development needs.

In 2006 the Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of International Business were expanded

with the addition of new specialised majors, and the Bachelor of Language and Culture was renamed as the Bachelor of Arts with majors. This year also saw the institute being officially recognised by the authorities of the People’s Republic of China.

In 2007 the Hospitality programme started with a National Certificate in Hospitality (Food and Beverage Service) including the Barista strand at Level 3.

Delivery of new graduate diplomas in international business and tourism management, and a postgraduate diploma within the MBA programme, started in 2008 to meet strong demand from developing Asian economies. 2009 saw closer links forged with the local community with the approval of a District Plan change setting the foundations for a 10 year main campus development plan.

In 2010 AIS St Helens celebrated its 20th anniversary with a new Bachelor of Information Technology launched in the January semester, and a Bachelor of Hospitality Management and Master of International Business in the final stages of preparations for official approval.

Expanding academic cooperation projects in China, India and the Pacific were another highlight of the anniversary year.

In 1994 the institute’s first degree, the Bachelor of International Business, was approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority. A fourth school, the School of Graduate Studies, opened in 1995 offering an MBA in International Management. 1995 also saw the establishment of a foreign language and culture department offering a Bachelor of Language and Culture degree. A period of consolidation followed as campus improvements were made to the library, computer laboratories, dormitory and classroom facilities.

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student services

Student Services Student Support Services AIS St Helens attaches great importance to the welfare of students on campus. Our multi-lingual student service officers are not only experienced in dealing with issues faced by international students but also provide ongoing support during their programmes of study.

Study Skills Advisor Our Study Skills Advisor assists all students to improve their academic performance, with a particular focus on students who need extra academic support. Assistance includes oneon-one consultations, a Study Buddy Programme and regular workshops on topics ranging from essay writing and study skills through to exam preparation.

Employment The Job Placement Centre at AIS St Helens provides assistance to students on all employment issues. This includes not only finding appropriate employment/internship opportunities but also conducting seminars/workshops on CV preparation and interview handling techniques. The office also contacts potential employers and sets up interview arrangements.

Scholarships Each semester AIS St Helens awards a number of scholarships to high performing international and domestic students completing their bachelor degree and related diploma

programmes with us. The awards are given for academic results achieved in the previous two semesters of academic study with us (minimum five courses) and take the form of a reduction in tuition fees for further studies in the programme.

Immigration, Visas and Work Permits New Zealand’s Immigration Policy supports settlement of international students who have the skills and talent the country needs. All our qualifications (Levels 5 and above) qualify for a set number of points under the Skilled Migrant Category. Our Job Placement Centre not only assists with employment issues but is also able to recommend consultants who can assist with work permits and permanent residency.

We partner with Immigration New Zealand to offer students online services at our Main Campus. New and current international students can apply for visas and permits on campus. Graduates can also apply for 12 month graduate job search work permits on campus.

Our Online Immigration Officer is able to provide the required support and assistance (during normal working hours) on all visa and work permit issues.

Student Loans and Allowances New Zealand citizens and eligible Permanent Residents (subject to certain criteria) studying at AIS St Helens are able to apply for student loans and

allowances. Our Student Services Administration Team provides assistance with applications to StudyLink.

Transport AIS St Helens offers free airport pickup for all first time arrivals subject to the condition that students continue their study with us. This is part of our efforts to provide our students with a warm, welcoming experience when they arrive in New Zealand.

A shuttle bus service for students runs between the Main Campus and the city, close to major bus, rail and harbour ferry terminals. The service, operating at set times throughout the day is also provided free of charge for our students.

Our campuses are conveniently located close to public transport (bus and rail) routes.

Sports and Recreation A wide variety of sporting, sightseeing and recreation activities are available for students through Auckland Adventures Ltd. Activities like kayaking, skiing, horse riding, bungy jumping, marae visits and nature walks all add an extra dimension to student life.

Alumni The AIS St Helens Alumni Association assists all graduates to keep in touch and enables us to track employment and future study outcomes.

Prior Studies AIS St Helens grants cross-credits for prior studies within the limits set out in the Academic Statutes and Regulations, where full transcripts and detailed course descriptions are provided by students.

Applications for cross-credits must be made after arrival for the start of semester. Approvals given by the Academic Board are based on the basis of level, credit value and content mapping with AIS St Helens courses.

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facilities

Facilities Accommodation Services Dormitory and Homestay AIS St Helens offers a choice of accommodation for international students.

Our dormitory located at our Main Campus on Linwood Avenue provides 120 beds in single, twin and multishare fully furnished rooms. The dormitory also has a kitchen (where meals can be prepared by students) and a common dining room area.

Students who prefer a family-oriented environment can opt for homestay accommodation. As a signatory to the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students, we take great care to ensure the quality offered by our homestay providers to our students is first rate.

Library Our Library at the Main Campus holds a variety of books, journals, magazines, newspapers, audio/video tapes and CD-ROM’s. Access to online journals, databases, Internet and photocopier machines is also available. Separate reading and study areas allow students to work quietly, individually or in groups.

Computers with specialist software are also available for assignments and selfstudy.

Sports Facilities Our campus at Asquith has a fullyequipped gymnasium and sports arena.

The gym has exercycles, free weights, treadmills, rowing machines and a ‘fatburner circuit’. Within the sports arena, students can enjoy basketball, volleyball, cricket, badminton and table tennis. Club nights are also organised for aerobics, indoor football, boxing and other sports.

The Main Campus has tennis courts plus areas for basketball, volleyball and petanque outside and is adjacent to the popular Chamberlain Park Golf Course.

Cafeterias Cafeteria facilities are available at the Main Campus and at the Asquith Campus Student Training Café run by our Hospitality Programme students.

Local and international cuisine, hot and cold meals, snacks and drinks are available at reasonable prices. Vending

machines offering a variety of food and drinks are also located in the dormitory and both campuses. Our dining areas at both campuses are equipped with microwave ovens for heating food.

Computer Labs Advanced computer facilities are available at both AIS St Helens campuses. Students can use computer facilities to access the Internet, their email accounts, our online enrolment system and the library intranet. A printing facility and free Wi-Fi service are also available.

Whanau Rooms Our Whanau Room is a place for all students to relax, get together and form friendships. Student bonding across cultures and nationalities is encouraged at AIS St Helens.

Devotional Room The AIS St Helens Devotional Room, situated on the fourth floor of our Main Campus, is a specially designated area where students can pray and contemplate. The room has no statues or icons and prayer mats are available for students on request.

Car Parking Facilities Free parking is available at both the AIS St Helens Main Campus and the Asquith Campus for students who travel to our campuses by car.

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campuses

AIS St Helens Campuses Main Campus The AIS St Helens Main Campus is located in Mt Albert, ten minutes from the Auckland Central Business District (CBD). Travelling to and from the campus is easy as it is conveniently located close to Auckland’s North Western motorway, and to regular public transport services by train and bus.

The following programmes are run at the Main Campus: • English Language • International Business • Arts • Master of Business Administration • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Main Campus facilities include a library, computer labs for study and internet/email access, cafeteria, dormitory, devotional room, tennis courts, wide open spaces for students to relax outside and free parking.

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Asquith Campus The AIS St Helens Asquith Campus is located in Mt Albert, just over five minutes walk from the Main Campus.

The following programmes are run at the Asquith Campus: • Hospitality (Food and Beverage Service) • Hospitality Management • Information Technology • International Business • Tourism Management

Commissioned for the opening of the Asquith Campus in 2002, the carved entranceway welcomes people from far away lands to learn from the baskets of knowledge brought to earth by the god Tane in Maori legend.

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The Asquith Campus has computer labs for study and internet/email access, a study room with access to library resources, a student training cafeteria, a fully equipped gymnasium, a sports arena for basketball, volleyball, badminton and other activities, a whanau room and free parking.

AIS St Helens has developed strategic alliances and articulations with education institutions in New Zealand and around the world. In New Zealand these alliances assist domestic and international students to staircase into higher learning. There are also several grants offered to provide pathways for Maori and Pacific people into tertiary education. The international agreements foster student and teacher exchanges, joint academic research, group study tours, credit transfer into degree programmes and joint course delivery.

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Institutional Linkages

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New Zealand • Best Pacific Institute of Education, Auckland • Edenz Colleges, Auckland • Institute of Applied Learning, Auckland • International College of Linguistics, Auckland • International Travel College, Auckland • Martin Hautus The Pacific People’s Learning Institute, Auckland • Natcoll Design Technology, Auckland / Wellington / Christchurch • New Zealand Institute of Education, Auckland • New Zealand Management Academies, Auckland / Hamilton • Taylors College, Auckland • Unitec New Zealand, Auckland • Whitecliffe College of Arts and Design, Auckland

International • Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Malaysia • Bina Citra Wisata Nusantara Foundation Ganesha Hotel and Tourism Academy, Indonesia • Brigham Young University, Hawai’i, USA • Changsha Commerce and Tourism College, China • Changwon College, Korea • Chengdu College of the University of

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Electronic Science and Technology of China Chinese Service Centre for Scholarly Exchange, China Chungyu Institute of Technology, Taiwan Delter International Business Institute, China EF Education - Worldwide Guangxi Institute of Technology, China Guilin University of Electronic Technology, China Harbin Institute of Finance, China Heilongjiang Modern Foreign Languages Training Center, China Henan Institute of Finance and Economics, China Huanggang Normal University, China Hunan Mass Media Vocational Technical College, China IMI International Hotel Management Institute, Switzerland Informatics, Singapore Jiangsu College of Information Technology, China Jiaozuo Teaching College, China Jin Ju International University, Korea Jin Wen University of Science and Technology, Taiwan Johnson & Wales University, USA / Sweden Kang Chiao Bilingual School, Taiwan Korean College, National Women’s University of China Kunming University of Science and

Technology, China • Kyoai Gakuen Senior High School, Japan • Ling Tung University, Taiwan • Manav Rachna International University, India • Ministry of Training, Employment, Youth and Sports, Tonga • Nanya Institute of Technology, Taiwan • National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taiwan • NCC Education, UK • NIIT, India • Ningxia Financial and Economic Vocational College, China • Novation Business School, Singapore • Sanjiang University, China • Sanming Huachang School, China • Shanghai Economic Management College, China • Silicon Lake Vocational and Technology College, China • Taylors College, UK • Tianjin Medical University Clinical College, China • Training Institute of Shenzhen Economic Daily, China • XPI Malaysia, Malaysia • Xuzhou Institute of Technology, China • Zhengzhou Institute of Science and Technology, China • Zhenjiang College, China

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testimonials

What Students Say About AIS St Helens Wendy Qiao Choosing AIS St Helens means “an enjoyable campus life which will be a precious time in your life” according to Wendy. “Proficient, experienced teachers are one reason I chose AIS St Helens and certainly the after school activities also make it a good choice.” Wendy now knows she “wouldn’t have dithered about the decision” regarding which institution to study at if she had known AIS St Helens would provide her with a “contented answer” to that question.

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Mansoor al Hajri Hello, my name is Mansoor al Hajri and I come from Qatar. I studied English Language at AIS St Helens for six months, and I was really happy during my studies here in New Zealand.

Since I work in the military being able to communicate in English is very important, so AIS St Helens helped me to improve my English. The staff and teachers were great and we became very good friends. Wish you all the best!

Mele Vailanu I came to AIS St Helens from Tonga where I was employed in the Tongan Development Bank and Immigration Department. I became aware that higher education improved workplace opportunities.

In 2007, I was accepted onto the Bachelor of Tourism Management at AIS St Helens. I found the course challenging and very interesting. The excellent support and encouragement from the faculty of Tourism Management plus the study group helped me to successfully achieve my goals.

I am now employed with the New Zealand Pacific Business Council (NZPBC) as the Executive Assistant Officer. Obtaining my degree (BTM) from AIS St Helens gave me the qualifications for the job. The BTM has equipped me with vital knowledge in tourism policy planning, event management, travel management and financial management, and all the papers that I have done in this degree are needed to achieve NZPBC’s goals. The BTM also provided me with a broader understanding on how to serve and respect people.

I invite you all “to be the best”, so make the right choice, join the BTM programme at AIS St Helens in order to succeed.

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English SKILLS Students are given the opportunity to use the skills they have learned in general class. There is a focus on “real day-to-day” English with topic-based learning and weekly vocabulary and speaking assessments.

EXTRA CLASSES Extra classes run in the English Language Centre after the regular timetable finishes each day. These classes offer students the opportunity to target specific skills, including speaking, pronunciation and listening.

The AIS St Helens English Language textbook series.

The decision to study English is an exciting one, and the English Language Centre at AIS St Helens guides and supports students through this learning process. Our team of dedicated and dynamic tutors in the English Language Centre will ensure students have extremely beneficial and stimulating classes, as well as planned activities and outings after class.

1.000 English as a Foreign Language The General English programme at AIS St Helens aims to guide students through English proficiency step by step.

Our topical, modern textbooks and an interactive classroom approach are used to support students’ learning throughout the courses.

Students are assigned to one of the following classes to ensure they are at the optimum level for progress: • • • • • • • •

Beginners High Beginners Elementary Upper Elementary Pre-Intermediate Intermediate Upper Intermediate Advanced

DURATION 1-50 weeks

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

Hours General classes: 9.00am - 12.00pm Skills classes: 12.30pm - 2.10pm

Donghwi Suh New Zealand has been a marvelous experience for me. I’ve been studying at AIS St Helens for around four months, and have really enjoyed being able to communicate in English. I didn’t realise the teachers here would be so friendly and thoughtful. It was a nice surprise for me.

In addition, I’ve been able to make local friends, and just hanging out with them has made my English much better. Some day, I’ll come back to Aotearoa.

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english 1.042 IELTS Preparation The IELTS Preparation course aims to equip students with the skills and strategies needed to undertake the IELTS test with confidence and achieve a result of band 6.0 or above.

IELTS COURSE STRUCTURE This is a 12-week course, with each week comprising 23 hours. Students will be trained in interpreting and answering IELTS questions. Skills Sessions (two hours) will be topic-based covering the five topic areas most often found in IELTS examinations: health, social issues, technology, education and the environment.

DURATION 12 weeks

1.020 English for Academic Purposes I (EAP I) This is a full-time 12-week course designed as an introduction to EAP II and covers concepts necessary for success in internally assessed tertiary programmes. EAP I includes an introduction to academic-style listening, speaking, writing, research and presentations.

DURATION 12 weeks

START DATES 1 February, 23 May, 12 September ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

Jhon Carreno Jhon feels he has made the best decision by choosing to study at AIS St Helens. Making

Note: START DATES 17 January, 11 April, 4 July, 26 September ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

• English language courses are registered with the Tertiary Education Commission under the “English for Migrants” programme for Immigration New Zealand.

• Certificates of completion are issued at the conclusion of all English language courses.

many friends from all around the world has helped my progress in English.

After class, the cost of living is cheap in New Zealand and there are so many kinds of activities to try.

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english 1.022 English for Academic Purposes II (EAP II) This 12-week English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course is designed for students seeking an English language pathway into one of the AIS St Helens certificate, diploma or degree programmes. It is also useful preparation for students seeking to study at Englishspeaking tertiary institutions.

This course has a strong academic focus. It is built around a series of research assignments and seminars which involve core skills of reading and evaluating, note-taking, summarising, referencing, speaking, listening and use of the library and the internet.

1.023 Business English Business English is a four-week fulltime course which provides students with a variety of business vocabulary and terms and applies this language in a range of business settings and situations.

This course is extremely useful for students who aim to use English in their future professional careers, especially for those hoping to work in an Englishspeaking country. The course provides a rewarding challenge for high level students and is integrated through key business topics.

DURATION Four weeks

START DATES Courses run subject to demand ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

The rest of the course includes skimming and scanning, speed reading, evaluation of arguments, listening to lectures, group discussions and presentations. Both writing (academic essays and research papers) and reading (a range of academic texts) are strongly emphasised.

DURATION 12 weeks START DATES 1 February, 23 May, 12 September ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

Elena and Ekaterina Zhukova Mother and daughter, Elena and Ekaterina Zhukova really enjoy their study at AIS St Helens. “It has a lovely, warm atmosphere and teachers have an individual approach to every student. The lessons are well organised and really fascinating, and I get new language from every lesson.” says Ekaterina.

Her mother, Elena also likes the fact that “AIS St Helens is located among such wonderful features as the golf course and Western Springs Lake. Adding to that, you can get interesting English lessons and learn so much about the culture and people who live here.”

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english Group Options The English Language Centre at AIS St Helens has the following options for groups: • English plus tourism • TESOL teacher training and refresher courses • English plus golf • Business English • High school groups Customised group options can also be arranged, along with homestay placement or dormitory accommodation.

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Activities English language students not only get the benefit of top quality classes and teachers, they can also take advantage of the extra activities and outings happening after class every day. The English Language Centre activities calendar is issued every month, so students can plan in advance which outings they want to join. Tennis coaching, test practice, farm visits and Kiwi conversation are just some of the types of activities on offer.

Students also have the option of taking part in an outing to a nearby destination to experience the natural beauty of New Zealand, from the top of Auckland’s Sky Tower to its most wild west coast beaches.

The daily activities programme is very popular with our students as it gives them the chance to speak English while making friends and having fun.

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foundation studies

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The Foundation Studies programme is designed for those who have not successfully completed high school or do not meet the academic entry criteria for admission to diploma or degree programmes at AIS St Helens.

The needs of students wishing to use the Foundation Studies pathway will be assessed on the basis of high school achievement levels.

2.000 Certificate in Foundation Studies (Level 3) This is a 28-week (two-semester) fulltime Level 3 programme which provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to successfully manage degree level study at AIS St Helens.

It focuses on key aspects of literacy, numeracy, academic writing and study skills, and skills of critical analysis and thinking.

In keeping with the nature of the programmes offered by AIS St Helens, these skills are placed within the context

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of the business environment and current issues in New Zealand society.

START DATES 24 January, 16 May, 5 September

Successful completion enables students to enter diploma and bachelor programmes of AIS St Helens.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

PROGRAMME CONTENT Semester 1 2.004 Mathematics Skills Part 1 2.006 Introduction to Accounting 2.007 Introduction to Economics Part 1 2.009 Introduction to Academic Studies Part 1

Students will be given direct entry to the second semester if they meet the following criteria: • 42 credits at NCEA Level 2 in four subjects, including mathematics credits (Level 1) and literacy credits (Level 2), or • Equivalent overseas qualification, and • English proficiency IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 525 / TEP 36/60 or equivalent, and • 16 years and over.

Semester 2 2.014 Mathematics Skills Part 2 2.017 Introduction to Economics Part 2 2.018 Analyse New Zealand 2.019 Introduction to Academic Studies Part 2 DURATION Two 14-week semesters

HOURS/DAY Average four hours per day in class plus 20 hours per week of self-directed study.

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courses, of which at least one must be higher than Stage 1 (Level 5) DURATION 8-9 semesters

5.400 Graduate Diploma in Hospitality Management REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Graduate Diploma shall:

The main aim of the Hospitality Management Programme is to provide students with the skills to pursue a management career in the global hospitality industry.

The Level 5 Diploma introduces students to core hospitality operations.

The Level 6 Diploma broadens the scope of hospitality operations and prepares students for supervisory responsibilities.

The Level 7 Bachelors degree prepares students to enter management track positions in the hospitality industry.

REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Level 6 Diploma shall:

5.300 Bachelor of Hospitality Management

REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Level 5 Diploma shall:

REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Degree shall:

DURATION 3 semesters

DURATION 3 semesters

START DATES 24 January, 16 May, 5 September

DURATION 6 semesters

5.100 Diploma in Hospitality Operations (Level 5)

• Comprise seven courses • Include six Stage 1 (Level 5) compulsory courses • Include one additional elective course at Stage 1 or higher

• Comprise eight courses • Include one Stage 1 (Level 5) compulsory course (3.120 Tourism and Hospitality in New Zealand) • Include one Stage 2 (Level 6) compulsory course (5.222 Tourism and Hospitality Management) • Include two Stage 3 (Level 7) compulsory courses (5.301 Hospitality Industry Practice and 5.303 An Integrated Approach to Hospitality Management) • Include one additional elective Stage 2 (Level 6) course • Include 2 additional elective Stage 3 (Level 7) courses • Include an additional Summary Report Module (5.380)

5.200 Diploma in Hospitality Operations Management (Level 6)

• Comprise 14 courses • Include six Stage 1 (Level 5 ) compulsory courses • Include six Stage 2 (Level 6) compulsory courses • Include two additional elective courses at Stage 1 (Level 5) or higher

• Comprise 21 courses • Include six Stage 1 (Level 5) compulsory courses • Include six Stage 2 (Level 6) compulsory courses • Include five Stage 3 (Level 7) compulsory courses • Include four additional elective

hospitality management

Hospitality Management

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

Careers Graduates will find employment at the middle management level, or the pre-management induction level in tourism and hospitality companies working across the full range of the tourism sector.

The foundation provided by the qualification creates the potential for strong promotion pathways into senior management positions.

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Stage One Courses 3.120 Tourism and Hospitality in New Zealand

Compulsory Courses

hospitality management

Courses for Hospitality Management Programmes

5.101 Business Environment for the Hospitality Industry 5.102 Food and Beverage Production Operations 5.103 Food and Beverage Service Operations 5.104 Written and Oral Communication Skills for the Hospitality Industry 5.105 Computing for Accounting and Finance in the Hospitality Industry

Stage Two Courses 5.201 Reception and Front Office Management 5.202 Food and Beverage Management 5.203 Accommodation Management 5.220 Tourism and Hospitality Regulations 5.221 Tourism and Hospitality Marketing 5.222 Tourism and Hospitality Management

Stage Three Courses 3.312 Resorts and Hospitality Management 5.301 Hospitality Industry Practice 5.302 International Food and Beverage Management 5.303 An Integrated Approach to Hospitality Management 5.310 Applied Hospitality Management Project 5.380 Summary Report Module (for GDHM only)

2.218 Organisational Behaviour 2.222 Strategic Management

Elective Courses

2.101 Accounting Principles 2.114 Business Law

2.223 Financial Management 2.224 Marketing Management

2.115 Business Mathematics and Statistics

2.261 Research Methods

2.120 English: Study Writing

3.223 Human Relationships in Tourism and Hospitality

3.121 Economics for Tourism and Hospitality

3.224 Impacts of Tourism

3.311 Events Management 3.313 Entrepreneurship and Small Business for Tourism and Hospitality 5.336 Hospitality Management Research Project

3.225 Asia-Pacific Tourism 3.226 Heritage Tourism Studies

3.601 National Certificate in Hospitality (Food and Beverage Service) (Level 3)

wishing to gain work skills and enter or re-enter the workforce. This is a very practical programme. Students will run the Asquith Campus Student Café and complete work experience of one week in a hotel or restaurant.

77 NZQA unit standard credits This is a one-semester programme which prepares students for a range of positions in the hospitality industry.

It includes unit standards in the areas of cookery, food safety, hospitality operations, table service, customer service, and food and beverage service.

Students will also become qualified as a barista.

This programme is useful for people

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WHAT’S INCLUDED? • Food Safety Certificate of Achievement from the Hospitality Standards Institute (HSI) • Customer Service Certificate of Achievement (HSI) • Hospitality Operations Certificate of Achievement (HSI) • A chef’s knife set • Barista Certificate of Achievement (HSI) • Work Experience in a hotel or restaurant

DURATION 18 weeks START DATES 7 February, 18 July ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

Careers

A range of positions in the hospitality industry such as restaurants, cafés, the catering industry, hotel food and beverage departments, events departments or your own café or catering business.

START DATES 24 January, 16 May, 5 September ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

Careers A variety of management positions in: national tourist offices, travel agencies, tour operators, tourism information centres, events management, resorts and hospitality activities, heritage sites and airlines.

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Tourism Management

© Tourism New Zealand

The Tourism Management Programme provides a broad base of key business disciplines and then gives students an opportunity to apply this knowledge in the context of managing tourism operations.

DURATION 6 semesters

3.100 Diploma in Tourism Management (Level 5)

3.300 Bachelor of Tourism Management

REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Level 5 Diploma shall:

REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Degree shall:

• Comprise seven compulsory Stage 1 (Level 5) courses DURATION 3 semesters

3.200 Diploma in Tourism Management (Level 6) REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Level 6 Diploma shall: • Comprise 14 courses • Include seven Stage 1 (Level 5 ) compulsory courses • Include five Stage 2 (Level 6) compulsory courses

• Include two additional elective courses, of which one must be at Stage 2 (Level 6) or higher

• Comprise 21 courses • Include seven Stage 1 (Level 5) compulsory courses • Include five Stage 2 (Level 6) compulsory courses • Include one Stage 2 (Level 6) course selected from 3.224, 3.225, 3.226, 2.261 • Include two Stage 3 (Level 7) compulsory courses (3.310, 3.317) • Include three additional elective Stage 3 (Level 7) courses • Include three additional elective courses, of which at least one must be higher than Stage 1 (Level 5) DURATION 8-9 semesters © The Hermitage

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3.400 Graduate Diploma in Tourism Management REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Graduate Diploma shall: • Comprise eight courses • Include one Stage 1 (Level 5) compulsory course (3.119 Principles of Tourism) • Include one Stage 2 (Level 6) compulsory course (3.222 Tourism and Hospitality Management)

• Include one Stage 3 (Level 7) compulsory course (3.317 Tourism Policy Planning and Development) • Include one additional elective Stage 2 (Level 6) course selected from 3.220, 3.221, 3.223, 3.225, 3.226 • Include 3 additional elective Stage 3 (Level 7) courses selected from 3.311, 3.312, 3.313, 3.314, 3.316 • Include an additional Summary Report Module (3.380) DURATION 3 semesters

START DATES 24 January, 16 May, 5 September ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

Note: Cross-credits are not available in the GDTM. Students with prior knowledge in a subject will be given the opportunity to broaden their knowledge base by taking other courses at the appropriate level.

Courses for Tourism Management Programmes Stage One Courses 2.101 Accounting Principles

Compulsory Courses

2.102 Management Principles 2.103 Marketing Principles

Stage Two Courses

Stage Three Courses

2.223 Financial Management (may be replaced with 2.236 Managerial Accounting) 3.220 Tourism and Hospitality Regulations

2.120 English Study Writing 3.119 Principles of Tourism

3.221 Tourism and Hospitality Marketing

3.120 Tourism and Hospitality in New Zealand

3.222 Tourism and Hospitality Management

3.121 Economics for Tourism and Hospitality

3.223 Human Relationships in Tourism and Hospitality

3.310 Applied Tourism Management Project 3.317 Tourism Policy Planning and Development 3.380 Summary Report Module (for GDTM only)

3.311 Events Management 3.312 Resorts and Hospitality Management

Elective Courses

2.111 Business Communication

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2.261 Research Methods 2.114 Business Law 3.224 Impacts of Tourism 2.115 Business Mathematics and Statistics 3.112 Information Technology Concepts

3.313 Entrepreneurship and Small Business for Tourism and Hospitality

3.225 Asia-Pacific Tourism

3.314 Travel and Air Transport Management

3.226 Heritage Tourism Studies

3.316 Ecotourism Management 3.336 Research Project (an alternative for 3.310, but requires 2.261 as a prerequisite)

Short Course This two-week programme is designed for travel and tourism executives and managers from New Zealand, the Pacific Islands and Asia. It employs a combination of lectures, case studies, group presentations, class discussions and field trips.

This short course is designed to help participants: • Extend understanding of the travel and tourism industry • Enhance management skills • Improve ability to read trends that affect the industry • Increase skills in the areas of marketing and market perceptions, tourism planning, research and development, tourism and airline linkages, information technology and its impact on business, social and cultural tourism policy decisions, environment and economic awareness • Enrich networking skills

tourism management

Asia-Pacific Tourism Executive Management (APTEM) Programme

The programme is conducted over 30 interactive sessions and is taught by experienced industry and academic experts from Asia, the Pacific Islands, New Zealand and Australia.

The prerequisite for enrolment is a university degree, or its equivalent in terms of experience in the travel and tourism industry. All sessions are conducted in English and involve oral presentations and group discussions.

Participants are therefore required to have a high level of proficiency in English.

Kathy Chen My enrolment in the Bachelor

For further details contact: Dr Semisi Taumoepeau Head of Hospitality, Tourism and Arts Programmes Telephone: +64 9 845 5606 ext. 210 Email: semisit@ais.ac.nz

of Tourism Management programme at AIS St Helens was a good decision. The programme is very good and provides extensive knowledge and insight into the tourism industry, a major revenue earner for New Zealand.

The teachers and students at AIS St Helens are friendly and very supportive and I have made a lot of new friends.

AIS St Helens also offers scholarships to students who excel in their studies and I was able to secure one. My scholarship award gave me more confidence and also helped me get my dream job.

I have great pleasure in recommending AIS St Helens to all students who enjoy learning.

© AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand

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Arts

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• 1.211 Intercultural Communication • 1.261 Research Methods • 1.336 Research Project

Majors: Language and Culture The BA (Language and Culture) major must include: • 1.131 Linguistics • Two Stage 2 courses in a foreign language • One Stage 2 culture course • Two Stage 3 courses in a foreign language • One Stage 3 culture course Indian students celebrate the festival of Holi

1.100 Diploma in Language and Culture (Level 5) REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Level 5 Diploma shall: • Comprise seven courses • Include two Stage 1 courses in a foreign language • Include 1.120 English: Study Writing and 1.131 Linguistics • Include one of 1.119 Oral Communication or 1.130 Language Thought and Culture • Include two stage 1 (Level 5) elective courses.

DURATION 2 / 3 semesters

1.200 Diploma in Language and Culture (Level 6) REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Level 6 Diploma shall: • Comprise 14 courses (not more than eight courses at Stage 1) • Include at least six of the eight core degree courses (see BA below) including two Stage 1 language courses and 1.120 English: Study Writing • Include at least five courses from the major of either Language and Culture or TESOL including 1.131 Linguistics Up to three International Business or Tourism Management courses can be included.

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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) DURATION 5 / 6 semesters

1.300 Bachelor of Arts The importance of knowing two or more languages in today’s global environment cannot be overemphasised.

However, a language cannot be separated from the unique cultural and social contexts in which it is spoken.

Our Arts programmes provide students with the opportunity not only to study foreign languages, but also to gain an understanding of the different cultures and their impact on social and business arenas. Students are encouraged to think analytically and creatively and will graduate well-equipped for effective participation in the modern world.

REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Degree shall comprise: • 21 courses (not more than nine at Stage 1 and at least five at Stage 3) • The degree core (eight courses) • A major requirement (seven courses) • An elective component (six courses) The degree core is the same regardless of major and includes the following: • 1.119 English: Oral Communication • 1.120 English: Study Writing • 1.130 Language, Thought and Culture • Two Stage 1 courses in a foreign language

The BA (TESOL) major must include: • 1.131 Linguistics • 1.232 English Language Teaching • 1.233 Reflecting on Classrooms • 1.234 Approaches to Language Teaching and Learning • 1.331 Languages Beyond the Classroom • 1.332 English Language Teaching Practice • 1.334 Curriculum to Classroom The elective components in either major may include six other courses taken from any of the degree programmes at AIS St Helens subject to the following constraints: • The overall programme must have no more than nine courses at Stage 1 and no less than five courses at Stage 3 • No more than six courses can be taken from outside those specified for the BA programme • All courses taken from outside the BA programme are subject to the normal prerequisite conditions.

DURATION 8 / 9 semesters

START DATES 24 January, 16 May, 5 September ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

arts which typically equates to six hours lecture time per week, between 9.00am and 4.00pm.

1.010 Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CertTESOL)1

CONTENT • 1.132 Basic Linguistic Concepts • 1.232 English Language Teaching • 1.332 English Language Teaching Practice

The practical aspects of the CertTESOL allow graduates to make the transition easily from student to teacher. During the intensive programme, trainees are required to teach English to students up to three times a week.

This gives graduates the confidence and the teaching experience to back up their teaching qualification. As well as teaching skills, graduates gain knowledge of other languages and the cultural and social context in which they are spoken.

The CertTESOL can also be completed concurrently as part of the Bachelor of Arts or Level 5 and 6 Diplomas.

Intensive The full-time intensive programme comprises a preliminary two-week selfdirected study module on the concepts of basic linguistics, followed by six weeks of classroom-based instruction and practice. Class hours are from 9.15am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

START DATES (Intensive) 7 February, 5 September ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

Part-time (Saturdays only)3

Careers

For others who are working full-time or have other weekday commitments, a part-time CertTESOL course is offered that runs once per year on Saturdays for 20 weeks. Classes are held from 9.00am to 5.30pm.

Interpreter, translator, immigration services, international business, research, government, international marketing, teaching, public relations, international travel and trade

Two Semesters3 Alternatively, enrol in the two-semester option, completing one course per semester. Class times are as for the degree of Bachelor of Arts timetable

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Not offered in 2011.

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Information Technology

The main aim of the Information Technology Programme is to provide students with the skills to pursue a career in the information technology sector.

The Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology introduces students to a range of core IT skills and concepts and prepares graduates for the role of an IT generalist.

The Level 6 Diploma in Information Technology adds depth in one or two key areas and prepares graduates for the role of an IT specialist.

The Level 7 Bachelor of Information Technology prepares students to become IT professionals with a breadth of knowledge and a depth in their specialisation to be able both to lead project teams and be a strong participant in an IT group/organisation.

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7.100 Diploma in Information Technology (Level 5)

7.200 Diploma in Information Technology (Level 6)

REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Level 5 Diploma shall:

REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Level 6 Diploma shall:

• Comprise eight courses • Include six Stage 1 (Level 5) compulsory courses • Include two additional Stage 2 (Level 6) compulsory courses (7.201, 7.202) DURATION 3 semesters

Note: If students have not completed the equivalent of NCEA Level 3 Mathematics, they may be required to take 7.107 Mathematics for Computing in place of 7.102 Business Communication or 7.106 Business Environment.

• Comprise 16 courses • Include six Stage 1 (Level 5 ) compulsory courses • Include five Stage 2 (Level 6) compulsory courses (7.201, 7.202, 7.203, 7.204, 7.205) • Include two Stage 2 (Level 6) courses in one of the four specialisations • Include one Stage 3 (Level 7) course in the same specialisation • Include two additional elective courses at Stage 1 (Level 5) or higher DURATION 6 semesters

REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Degree shall: • Comprise 24 courses • Include six Stage 1 (Level 5) compulsory courses • Include five Stage 2 (Level 6) compulsory courses (as for the Level 6 Diploma) • Include two Stage 3 (Level 7) compulsory courses (7.301, 7.302 NB. 7.302 is weighted as two courses) • Include two Stage 2 (Level 6) courses in one of the four specialisations

• Include three Stage 3 (Level 7) courses in the same specialisation • Include five additional elective courses, of which at least one must be higher than Stage 1 (Level 5) DURATION 9 semesters

START DATES 24 January, 16 May, 5 September ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

Careers This programme is designed for a range of careers, depending on the area of specialisation: • Software Development Software programmer, software developer, software analyst and designer.

• Internet Technology Web developer, web architect, enterprise web consultant, web service developer, web analyst.

• Computer Networks Network engineer, network administrator, network support specialist.

• Information Systems Junior project manager, IT manager and business analyst.

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7.300 Bachelor of Information Technology

Courses for Information Technology Programmes

Elective Courses

Majors

Compulsory Courses

Stage One Courses 7.101 The Information Technology System 7.102 Business Communication 7.103 Fundamentals and Principles of Computer Programming 7.104 Database Engineering I 7.105 Computer Networks I 7.106 Business Environment

Stage Two Courses 7.201 Systems Analysis and Design 7.202 Software Testing 7.203 Computer Algorithms and Discrete Mathematics 7.204 Computer Organisation 7.205 Object Oriented Programming

Stage Three Courses 7.301 Information Technology Project Management 7.302 Live Industry Project (weighted as two courses)

Software Development Specialisation

7.206 Applications Development 7.207 Software Architecture

7.303 Web Development 7.304 Human Computer Interaction 7.305 Software Quality Assurance and Maintenance

Internet Technology Specialisation

7.207 Software Architecture 7.208 Internet Development and Programming

7.306 Middleware Programming 7.307 Intelligent Agents 7.308 Mobile Systems Development

Computer Networks Specialisation

7.210 Computer Networks II 7.211 Network Infrastructure Design

7.309 Information Technology Systems Security 7.310 Advanced Networking 7.311 Mobile Network Design

Information Systems Specialisation

7.212 Business Process and Improvement 7.213 Operations Management

7.312 Management Information Systems 7.313 Enterprise Systems 7.314 E-Business Strategy

7.209 Internet Infrastructure Security 7.214 Database Analysis, Design and Implementation 7.215 Call Centre Technology 7.216 Call Centre Management

7.315 Database Administration 7.316 Business Intelligence

7.107 Mathematics for Computing

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7.400 Graduate Diploma2 in Information Technology The Graduate Diploma in Information Technology is designed for students who have completed a bachelors degree in a non-IT discipline and wish to develop an additional specialisation in one of the branches of Information Technology.

The Graduate Diploma also caters for those with a bachelors degree in one branch of Information Technology and who wish to take an additional specialisation.

REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Graduate Diploma in IT shall include eight courses including six courses from a specialisation:

• 7.212 Business Process and Improvement • 7.213 Operations Management • 7.312 Management Information Systems • 7.314 E-Business Strategy; AND • 7.301 IT Project Management; and • 7.302 Live Industry Project There will also be some short workshops to help provide additional foundation knowledge for students without a previous Information Technology background.

DURATION 3 semesters

Uluaki Latu (aka) Taka My time at AIS St Helens has been the best learning experience of my life. I am currently studying Bachelor of Information Technology. There

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT • 7.104 Database Engineering I • 7.201 Systems Analysis and Design • 7.205 Object Oriented Programming • 7.206 Applications Development • 7.304 Human Computer Interaction • 7.305 Software Quality Assurance and Maintenance; or

are so many peers of different START DATES 24 January, 16 May, 5 September

cultures, traditions and heritages to interact with on a daily basis, which makes learning here so much more interesting.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

I have gained a lot of skills and knowledge from high quality lecturers from all over

INTERNET TECHNOLOGY • 7.104 Database Engineering 1 • 7.201 Systems Analysis and Design • 7.205 Object Oriented Programming • 7.208 Internet Development and Programming • 7.307 Intelligent Agents • 7.308 Mobile Systems Development; or

the world with very high IT standards. In order to survive in an IT organisation, the basic

Careers This programme is respected

Helens is able to provide those skills at the highest standard.

for its very high employment

Their programmes are filled with

outcomes in areas such as

exciting courses that involve

software developer, systems COMPUTER NETWORKS • 7.105 Computer Networks I • 7.209 Internet Infrastructure Security • 7.210 Computer Networks II • 7.211 Network Infrastructure Design • 7.309 Information Technology Systems Security • 7.310 Advanced Networking; or

skills must be perfect, and AIS St

analyst, business analyst, project manager, systems

interaction with the entire class.

My goal is to develop new products that may improve our

support, technical support,

daily lives and protect our society

network technician, hardware

and I intend to increase my IT

support, and IT manager. Some

skills with AIS St Helens.

graduates create their own IT related businesses.

Thank you to all the lecturers and staff at AIS St Helens for building a foundation that will

INFORMATION SYSTEMS • 7.104 Database Engineering I • 7.106 Business Environment

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eventually lead me to success!

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Subject to NZQA approval

• Include three elective courses at Stage 3 (Level 7) Students seeking to have the degree awarded in a specialisation shall meet the additional requirements for that specialisation. Specialisations are achieved by replacing three of the Stage 2 (Level 6) elective courses with Stage 2 (Level 6) courses for the specialisation, and by replacing three of the Stage 3 (Level 7) elective courses with Stage 3 (Level 7) courses for the specialisation.

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International Business

DURATION 8-9 semesters

2.400 Graduate Diploma in International Business The International Business Programme provides a broad base of the key business disciplines and then gives students an opportunity to develop areas of in-depth strength in one or more specialisations.

The degree can either be awarded as a generic Bachelor of International Business (BIB) or as a degree with a specialisation: BIB (Management), BIB (Marketing), BIB (Accounting), BIB (International Trade) or BIB (E-Business). In some cases, the specialisation will satisfy the requirements for professional membership, e.g. the BIB (Accounting) enables graduates to become provisional members of the Accounting Technicians (AT) College of the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants (NZICA).

2.100 Diploma in International Business (Level 5) REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Level 5 Diploma shall: • Comprise seven courses • Include three Stage 1 (Level 5) compulsory courses (2.102, 2.113, 2.120) • Include one of 2.101 Accounting Principles or 2.103 Marketing Principles • Include one Stage 2 (Level 6) compulsory course (2.231) • Include two elective courses at Stage 1 (Level 5) or above DURATION 3 semesters

2.200 Diploma in International Business (Level 6) REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Level 6 Diploma shall: • Comprise 14 courses • Include six Stage 1 (Level 5) compulsory courses (2.101, 2.102, 2.103, 2.112, 2.113, 2.120) • Include two Stage 2 (Level 6) compulsory courses (2.222, 2.231) • Include six elective courses of which four must be at Stage 2 (Level 6 or higher) DURATION 6 semesters

2.300 Bachelor of International Business REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Degree awarded without specialisation shall: • Comprise 21 courses • Include seven Stage 1 (Level 5) compulsory courses (2.101, 2.102, 2.103, 2.111, 2.112, 2.113, 2.120) • Include two Stage 2 (Level 6) compulsory courses (2.222, 2.231) • Include two Stage 3 (Level 7) compulsory courses (2.331, 2.361) • Include two elective courses at Stage 1 (Level 5) or higher • Include five elective courses at Stage 2 (Level 6) or higher

The Graduate Diploma in International Business is designed for graduates of a Bachelors degree or similar qualification in a discipline other than International Business who wish to achieve a level of competency and qualification in International Business to the level of an undergraduate degree major. It also caters for those with a bachelors degree in one branch of business and who wish to take an additional specialisation.

Some students may wish to use this as a pathway to postgraduate study (e.g. Postgraduate Diploma or Masters) in International Business. Others may wish to use it to enhance an existing qualification for a management career in international business.

REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Graduate Diploma in International Business shall include: • Four compulsory courses: 2.113 Business Economics 2.231 Introduction to International Business 2.331 International Business 2.380 Summary Report Module • One elective course at Stage 2 (Level 6) • three elective courses at Stage 3 (Level 7) There is no requirement to stay within a strand, however the timetable is arranged to allow for progression in strands.

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MANAGEMENT STRAND (available every semester) • 2.222 Strategic Management • 2.335 International Management • 2.341 Entrepreneurship and Small Business • 2.350 Business and Social Ethics

INTERNATIONAL TRADE STRAND (starts Semester 2) • 2.234 Macroeconomics • 2.330 International Relations in the Asia-Pacific Region • 2.333 International Trade • 2.346 Development Economics

E-BUSINESS STRAND (starts Semester 1) • 2.265 E-Commerce for Managers • 2.341 Entrepreneurship and Small Business • 2.365 Applied E-Commerce • 2.366 E-Marketing

MARKETING STRAND (starts Semester 3) • 2.224 Marketing Management • 2.332 International Marketing • 2.355 Services Marketing • 2.366 E-Marketing

Some additional short workshops are scheduled to assist students to acquire a well-rounded knowledge of business.

DURATION 3 semesters

START DATES 24 January, 16 May, 5 September ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

Courses for International Business Programmes

Elective Courses

Majors

Compulsory Courses

Stage One Courses 2.101 Accounting Principles 2.102 Management Principles 2.103 Marketing Principles 2.111 Business Communication 2.112 Information Technology Concepts 2.113 Business Economics 2.120 English: Study Writing

Stage Two Courses

Stage Three Courses

2.222 Strategic Management 2.231 Introduction to International Business

2.331 International Business 2.361 Applied Management Project 2.380 Summary Report Module (for GDIB only)

Management Specialisation

2.218 Organisational Behaviour (replaces 2.211 from 2011) 2.225 Operations Management4 2.226 Human Resource Management

2.335 International Management 2.341 Entrepreneurship and Small Business4 2.350 Business and Social Ethics

Marketing Specialisation

2.211 Intercultural Communication4 2.224 Marketing Management 2.232 Consumer Behaviour

2.332 International Marketing 2.355 Services Marketing 2.366 E-Marketing4

Accounting Specialisation

2.223 Financial Management 2.236 Managerial Accounting 2.239 Financial Accounting

2.337 Advanced Financial Accounting 2.338 Auditing 2.340 Corporate Tax Planning

International Trade Specialisation

2.213 Managerial Economics 2.234 Macroeconomics 2.238 Financial Markets and Institutions4

2.330 International Relations in the Asia-Pacific Region4 2.333 International Trade 2.346 Development Economics4

E-Business Specialisation

One of 2.224 Marketing Management or 2.232 Consumer Behaviour4 2.265 E-Commerce for Managers 2.270 Management Information Systems

One of 2.332 International Marketing or 2.355 Services Marketing4 2.365 Applied E-Commerce 2.366 E-Marketing

2.233 Business Statistics 2.261 Research Methods 3.220 Tourism and Hospitality Regulations 3.225 Asia-Pacific Tourism 3.226 Heritage Tourism Studies Any Stage 2 course which is part of another specialisation

2.336 Research Project (an alternative for 2.361, but requires 2.261 as a prerequisite) Any Stage 3 course which is part of another specialisation

2.114 Business Law (required for Accounting major) 2.115 Business Mathematics and Statistics 3.119 Principles of Tourism 3.120 Tourism and Hospitality in New Zealand

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Cross-credits are not available in the GDIB. Students with prior knowledge in a subject will be given the opportunity to broaden their knowledge base by taking other courses at the appropriate level.

REQUIREMENTS Every candidate’s programme of study for the Masters degree shall: • Comprise eight taught courses at Level 8, and one taught course at Level 9, and • Include two Level 8 core courses (2.501 Management and Organisations, and 2.502 Global Business Theory and Practice) • Include either four Level 8 courses from a specialisation for the award of the degree with a specialisation; or Four Level 8 courses from the elective pool in lieu of a specialisation for the award of the degree without a specialisation • Include an additional two Level 8 elective courses from the elective pool • Include 2.641 Research Methods at Level 9 • Include 2.642 Dissertation at Level 9, weighted as three courses (60 credits)

Careers Accounting, international trade and finance, e-commerce, marketing, international relations, import/export, business, selfemployment.

2.600 Master of International Business (Level 9)2 The Master of International Business builds an in-depth postgraduate programme of study on the foundation of an undergraduate business/ commerce degree.

No work experience is required for admission to this qualification. For students not seeking to do the research dissertation, a one year Postgraduate Diploma in International Business is available.

DURATION 6 semesters

2

Subject to NZQA approval

START DATES 24 January, 16 May, 5 September ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

international business

Note:

Radwan Kabbara I came to AIS St Helens after completing my secondary school in Lebanon. An agent introduced me to AIS St Helens and when I checked out Auckland and how close it is to the coastline, being a surfer, I knew this was the place for me.

AIS St Helens offer scholarships to students who excel in their studies and through some hard work I secured several scholarships which helped me to complete a Bachelor of International Business with a double major in Marketing and E-Business. I really enjoyed my experience because everyone was friendly and easy to get on with. I can’t believe how quickly the time flew by.

The scholarship awards I received gave me heaps of confidence and helped me with employment. I am now in Wellington managing two businesses.

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Master of International Business2 Core Courses 2.501 2.502

Management and Organisations Global Business Theory and Practice

Any six electives from pool. (Specialisations require four compulsory courses) MANAGEMENT SPECIALISATION 2.511 International Business Environment 2.512 Strategic Management 2.513 Global Business Operations 2.514 International Management

MARKETING SPECIALISATION 2.521 Strategic Marketing Management 2.522 Supply Chain Management 2.523 Services Marketing 2.524 International Retail and Distribution Management

2.532 International Entrepreneurship 2.536 International Finance

Research 2.641 2.642

Research Methods Dissertation 2

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Subject to NZQA approval

The programme provides experiential learning with emphasis on sound corporate values, professional skills development and overall wisdom.

It is approved and accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and is continuously reviewed and monitored by international practitioners and academics at the forefront of professional business development.

This combination of research, together with the best work-related practices, underpinned by a solid academic grounding in key business disciplines, provides an MBA credential that is of international quality.

Leading Faculty

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS For admission to the Master of Business Administration you should have: • at least two years relevant work experience as approved by the Academic Board of AIS St Helens;* • a degree, or equivalent professional qualification as approved by the Academic Board of AIS St Helens; • a pass in a first-year university-level mathematics course (for Finance and Operations and Logistics specialisations only); and • IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 79 / TEP 42 or competency in English sufficient to enable meaningful participation in the programme. * Relevant work experience can include experience in the following areas: human and financial resource management; policy and planning; organisational and control processes; sales and marketing management.

4.700 Master of Business Administration (MBA) The MBA is the most internationally recognised business qualification in the world today. It is a professional degree in business management, based on a practical programme with theoretical, applied and research underpinning. It covers a range of business disciplines which form the basis of executive decision-making.

START DATES 11 February, 13 May, 2 September

International Recognition The AIS St Helens MBA is one of the largest MBA programmes in New Zealand. The MBA Programme offers four specialisations in the areas of International Business, Marketing, Finance, and Operations and Logistics1.

The MBA also integrates the curriculum through Integrated Management Learning seminars at two critical stages of the programme (after stage one and two) and offers three alternative pathways2; Field Study, Internship and Dissertation at stage five of the programme.

Faculty teaching staff are selected for their special blend of academic qualifications, research activities, current business and consulting experience and international involvement, as well as teaching experience, thus providing exposure to international leading-edge best practices.

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Master of Business Administration

Extracurricular Activities The MBA Programme has formed three students councils; MBA Student Academic Council, MBA Student Placement Council and MBA Student Cultural and Sports Council. All councils function under the overall guidance of the Head of the MBA Programme in organising social events, sports tournaments and cultural weeks.

Students actively participate in each of these events including networking with MBA alumni and industry practitioners.

Global Networking The programme provides an opportunity to expand international networks and business opportunities through wider personal contacts with individuals who share a common commitment to higher professional achievement.

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How the MBA is structured The AIS St Helens MBA is an 18-month programme comprising assessed modules, integrated learning seminars and three alternative pathways; Field Study, Internship and Dissertation.

The programme can be completed in a time frame and at an intensity that reflects a student’s personal life. It is a challenging five-stage programme that makes significant demands on time to reach the required standard.

MBA Orientation and Professional Development Activities The MBA orientation workshops on Leadership Development, Presentation Skills, Business Writing, Use of Databases, Industrial Visit and Mentorship Programme are integral components of the programme. These workshops provide added professional value for career advancement.

An industrial visit provides exposure to real-life business operations and management systems. The programme also offers guest lectures on contemporary management topics from business practitioners.

The overall orientation programme develops the team and organisational leadership skills of students.

Time Commitment

Skills Enhancement The programme will increase and broaden the skills base of participants and enhance their ability to think laterally, research, problem-solve, be proactive, apply new ideas, think strategically and increase managerial competence. Skills are acquired today that can be applied tomorrow.

Small Classes Class sizes are generally restricted to 20 students to ensure that the level

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of learning and participation is of the highest quality.

Pre-MBA Bridging Pathways If you have an undergraduate diploma and meet all other criteria, you may be granted admission conditional on successful completion of a Pre-MBA programme comprising one, two or three semesters of study. The Head of the MBA Programme will approve the undergraduate degree courses undertaken within the Pre-MBA programme.

The full-time programme is based on completing 20 modules in 12 months with the dissertation being completed in the following six months.

Seminars/lectures are generally scheduled on two weekends a month (around a fortnight apart), eight hours on a Saturday and eight hours on a Sunday, with some weekday evening courses.

Field Study Pathway2 The Field Study is completed through a faculty supervised project after the taught modules are completed. This course is field-based where students interact with practitioners, researchers,

Internship Pathway2 The Internship is completed under a business practitioner/an industry supervisor after the taught modules are completed.

This course is industry-based and students are expected to interact with the sponsoring organisation’s designated supervisor/manager to address important issues related to the internship project. Students will have an opportunity to work as an intern to gain hands-on experience of working in a business organisation.

Dissertation Pathway The dissertation is completed under the guidance of a supervisor after the taught modules are completed. Business research methodologies are integral programme components and lead students into their individual research.

Assessment Achievement in modules is measured by performance assessment methods used by leading international graduate schools.

The assessment methods and weighting may vary from module to module, but typically will involve a combination of tools including individual and group presentations, written reports, and oral and written examinations.

A pass is required in each individual module and students receive regular feedback on their progress.

Seminar Learning Environment Using the interactive lecture/seminar format for management education, skills are rapidly enhanced, building on individual experiences and blending these with new knowledge, perspectives and concepts. Small classes facilitate a highly interactive environment.

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The dissertation includes participation and presentation in Research Workshops.

How To Apply Please forward the following items: • Enrolment Application Form • MBA Supplementary Application Form • A certified copy of your birth certificate or passport • Certified copies of all academic records for completed tertiary courses • A copy of your curriculum vitae • A statement from your current or most recent employer, confirming two years minimum full-time relevant employment • Two completed Referee Forms.

One referee should attest to your academic background and the other to your professional/ personal background. A close family member cannot be your referee.

• You may also be requested to include a “Statement of Purpose” outlining why you want to undertake the MBA at AIS St Helens, and how completion of this degree might enhance your career options.

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venture/private equity investors and policy makers to address important issues related to the assigned projects.

Vanessa Britto Prior to commencing the MBA programme at AIS St Helens, I had just completed my bachelor degree in management and was working as an HR Consultant in Auckland, something I thought I’d be happy making a career of.

However, that changed with the MBA, which stimulated and challenged me mentally and it helped me with my personal and professional development.

I am currently working in account management/risk analysis for a global organisation, which I’m thoroughly enjoying. I can honestly say that the MBA at AIS St Helens helped me with my career progression.

The faculty administering the courses are top lecturers from various universities who have global business experience, not just academic knowledge, which they share in class. There is a strong network in place to support students, which I found extremely helpful.

As a professional, I use the skills and knowledge acquired through the MBA in my everyday work life. In today’s world, everyone has a degree, but the MBA works as a trump card for career progression and I would highly recommend the AIS St Helens MBA programme to any professional looking to advance their career prospects.

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4.400 Postgraduate Certificate in International Business The Postgraduate Certificate in International Business comprises ten modules of the MBA including: GROUP A1 - the following three modules: • 4.703 World Economy • 4.710 Cross-Cultural Behaviour and Negotiation • 4.714 Global Enterprise GROUP A2 - at least four of the following: • 4.701 Financial Decision-Making • 4.702 Managing Information and Technology • 4.704 Business Finance • 4.705 Marketing Management • 4.709 Operations Management • 4.711 Business Quantitative Methods • 4.712 Organisational Behaviour and Relationship Management • 4.713 Economic Decision-Making • 4.715 Financial Risk Management • 4.717 Business Ethics • 7.720 Business Strategy and Change Management

GROUP B1 - at least one of the following: • 4.706 International Strategic Management • 4.708 International Business Law • 4.716 International Marketing • 4.721 International Trade and Development • 4.782 International Supply Chain Management • 4.795 International Finance GROUP B2 - any of the following: • 4.707 Human Resource Management • 4.718 Business Research Methods • 4.719 Advanced Management of Information Systems • 4.724 E-Business • 4.725 Entrepreneurship / New Ventures • 4.727 Services Marketing • 4.728 Operations Strategy and Technology • 4.729 Quality Management • 4.750 Strategic Marketing • 4.751 Marketing Research and Decision-Making • 4.753 Integrated Marketing Communications • 4.754 Product Development and Brand Management

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4.781 Manufacturing Management 4.783 Project Management 4.790 Corporate Finance 4.791 Financial Modelling 4.792 Financial Statement Analysis 4.793 Financial Engineering 4.794 Valuations and Investment Decision Analysis

DURATION Approximately 20 weeks, depending on module selection and scheduling

4.450 Postgraduate Diploma in International Business The Postgraduate Diploma in International Business comprises 20 modules of the MBA including: GROUP A1 - the following three modules: • 4.703 World Economy • 4.710 Cross-Cultural Behaviour and Negotiation • 4.714 Global Enterprise GROUP A2 - at least seven of the following: • 4.701 Financial Decision-Making • 4.702 Managing Information and Technology • 4.704 Business Finance • 4.705 Marketing Management • 4.709 Operations Management • 4.711 Business Quantitative Methods • 4.712 Organisational Behaviour and Relationship Management • 4.713 Economic Decision-Making • 4.715 Financial Risk Management • 4.717 Business Ethics • 7.720 Business Strategy and Change Management GROUP B1 - at least one of the following: • 4.706 International Strategic Management • 4.708 International Business Law • 4.716 International Marketing • 4.721 International Trade and Development • 4.782 International Supply Chain Management

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MBA students get briefed during their industry visit

4.704 Business Finance

• 4.795 International Finance GROUP B2 - any of the following: • 4.707 Human Resource Management • 4.718 Business Research Methods • 4.719 Advanced Management of Information Systems • 4.724 E-Business • 4.725 Entrepreneurship / New Ventures • 4.727 Services Marketing • 4.728 Operations Strategy and Technology • 4.729 Quality Management • 4.750 Strategic Marketing • 4.751 Marketing Research and Decision-Making • 4.753 Integrated Marketing Communications • 4.754 Product Development and Brand Management • 4.781 Manufacturing Management • 4.783 Project Management • 4.790 Corporate Finance • 4.791 Financial Modelling • 4.792 Financial Statement Analysis • 4.793 Financial Engineering • 4.794 Valuations and Investment Decision Analysis DURATION One year full-time

START DATES 11 February, 13 May, 2 September ENTRY REQUIREMENTS see page 44

Types of financial resources available to international companies, including the external capital market, acquisition cost and utilisation of capital, taxation, investment, risk and financial policy.

4.705 Marketing Management

MBA Modules 4.701 Financial Decision-Making Principles of financial and management accounting, and how these principles are applied in a decision-making context. The practical applications of utilising accounting data are also examined.

4.702 Managing Information and Technology The relationship between information systems and corporate strategy, the understanding of how information systems enable radical change, and the interaction between information systems and company stakeholders.

4.703 World Economy The impact of economic policy on managerial decision-making, market structures and corporate performance.

A study of marketing concepts and principles, environmental and competitor analysis, strategic planning and strategy formulation, market segmentation, target marketing, market positioning and the marketing mix.

4.706 International Strategic Management Frameworks for defining the direction of the organisation over the long-term, the achievement of advantage through the configuration of its resources, and the flexibility required to meet the needs of changing environments and expectations.

4.707 Human Resource Management Key elements of HRM and the role of culture, training and development, and group management on policy and practice in domestic and international organisations.

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4.708 International Business Law How laws regulate business activity, requirements for legal knowledge by managers, decision-making in the context of dynamic legal systems, international law and agreements, as well as associated international legal principles.

4.709 Operations Management The major design, operation and control problems of production and operations management in manufacturing and service organisations including product and service design, facilities, location and layout, materials management and forecasting, purchasing and inventory control.

4.710 Cross-Cultural Behaviour and Negotiation Cultural influences on work behaviour in the context of international business including individual and group behaviour, leadership, communication, motivation, influence, change and cross-cultural relationships.

4.711 Business Quantitative Methods An overview of the various quantitative techniques available to management and used in contemporary business settings.

4.712 Organisational Behaviour and Relationship Management Principles and practices in leadership, motivation, teamwork and relationship management across organisational and value chain boundaries.

4.713 Economic Decision-Making Key microeconomic theories and tools used in business decision-making such as market structures, elasticity concepts and pricing models across disciplines.

4.714 Global Enterprise

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with regard to commodity risk.

4.716 International Marketing The application of marketing principles in the international marketplace including market selection, penetration and exploitation, cultural adaptation in new product development and consumer differences.

4.717 Business Ethics Identifying and anticipating ethical issues in the international business environment and critically evaluating ethical issues in the context of a decision framework.

4.718 Business Research Methods The research process in a business setting, including defining the problem, developing a theoretical framework, the tools and techniques for the collection and analysis of data, and presenting results.

4.719 Advanced Management of Information Systems Key concepts needed by senior management to manage in the information age and become knowledgeable participants in ICTrelated decisions. The course builds on ideas introduced in module 4.702.

4.720 Business Strategy and Change Management A study of strategy and understanding strategic business units (SBU) covering firm’s resources, capabilities, external market environment for SBUs, five forces framework, strategies for sustainable competitive advantage and key elements of managing change.

4.721 International Trade and Development

Concepts of globalisation and major influences on business operations such as government, law, culture, demographics, politics, economic systems, resources, and geography.

The trade of goods and services across international borders, including the major laws, conventions and treaties governing such trade, the World Trade Organisation, and bilateral and multilateral trade agreements.

4.715 Financial Risk Management

4.724 E-Business

Foreign exchange risk, interest rate risk, credit risk, commodity risk, liquidity risk, hedging risk in the foreign exchange markets and managing risk exposure

Bridging the knowledge gap that exists between the technical experts implementing e-commerce applications and management who make operational

and strategic decisions about e-commerce technology.

4.725 Entrepreneurship / New Ventures The theories and principles of entrepreneurship and of the process of new venture creation.

4.727 Services Marketing Characteristics of service organisations in regard to capacity, supply and demand, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) practices, marketing communications and the growth of e-business.

4.728 Operations Strategy and Technology American and Japanese production approaches are compared and organisational capabilities, path dependencies, capacity strategies, organisational boundaries and the value chain including vertical integration and outsourcing, are covered.

4.729 Quality Management Kaizen, quality circles, QFD, SPC and lean logistics are considered which gives emphasis to the six sigma statistical approach and the DMAIC/Fork model.

4.750 Strategic Marketing Key marketing strategy concepts and principles and details of managing strategy in different contexts.

4.751 Marketing Research and Decision-Making Effective management, design and conduct of market research to assist in organisational decision-making including market research briefs, selection of appropriate techniques, sources of data, statistical analyses, software packages and report preparation.

4.753 Integrated Marketing Communications Draws together the ‘science’ of powerful communication principles with the ‘art’ of imagery through diverse communication channels.

4.754 Product Development and Brand Management Market research and forecasting,

4.791 Financial Modelling Financial modelling and other related analytical techniques used in corporate finance, financial statement simulation, portfolio problems, financial engineering and the valuation of firms are covered.

4.792 Financial Statement Analysis Financial analytical frameworks, advanced techniques for the evaluation of operating fund cycles, performance measurement and projecting finance requirements utilising forecasting tools.

4.793 Financial Engineering

including the use of test marketing as well as the exercise of adequate financial controls, are studied in the context of increasingly competitive and global markets.

4.781 Manufacturing Management The science of manufacturing and ergonomics in order to improve the design and process flow management of manufacturing operations are studied.

4.782 International Supply Chain Management Methodologies, tools and techniques in managing global logistics, international supply chain practices, E-supply chain, lean and green supply chain.

4.783 Project Management Tools and techniques used in project management, including computer software packages, key project management skills, leadership and team management, time management, environment and health issues, contingency planning and crisis management.

4.790 Corporate Finance Corporate financing and the decisions made by corporations, the

Financial instruments, derivatives, options, futures, swaps and the marketplaces for these, capital budgeting, project financing, asset securitisation, international fund transfers, as well as cash and liquidity management.

4.794 Valuations and Investment Decision Analysis Tools and techniques for the valuation of assets in private and public companies, and issues in implementation in practice including marginal cost of capital, WACC, CAPM, beta benchmarking, DCF, and common errors in estimating free cash flows.

4.795 International Finance Financing international organisations in global capital markets requires an understanding of the international mobility of capital, differing taxation regimes and foreign exchange risks. The international monetary system, foreign exchange theory and markets, and foreign exchange risk management are covered.

4.797 Field Study2 The field study provides an opportunity for students to take learning out of the classroom into the real business world under faculty supervision.

venture/private equity investors and policy makers to address the important issues related to the project.

Field Study is typically completed over a two-month period. The field study culminates with a written report and presentation.

4.798 Internship2 The internship is designed for students interested in gaining handson experience of working in a business organisation.

The internship enables students to apply the learning of the classroom to real life problems of an organisation.

The students will have an opportunity to work as an intern under a business practitioner/industry supervisor.

Internship is typically completed over a three-month period. The internship culminates with a written report and presentation.

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management of risk and return, capital budgeting, capital markets, debt and equity financing and the maximisation of shareholder value, and the roles of financial managers and the CFO.

4.799 Dissertation Students apply theory, research, and methodologies learned from coursework to an individual research project involving a significant problem or process with a focus on their specialisation of international business, finance, marketing, or operations and logistics.

Prior to embarking on their research projects, students attend workshops on quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Supervised by a senior member of academic staff, the dissertation represents a significant proportion of the programme and is typically completed over a six-month period. The successful conclusion of the dissertation is an oral defense of the project and its findings to staff and other interested graduate students.

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Students are expected to contact and interact with practitioners, researchers,

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International Business

Finance

Marketing

Stage 1: Core Modules

Operations and Logistics Stage 2: Specialist Modules

4.708 International Business Law 4.714 Global Enterprise 4.716 International Marketing 4.721 International Trade and Development 4.782 International Supply Chain Management 4.795 International Finance

4.701 Financial Decision-Making

Technology 4.703 World Economy 4.704 Business Finance 4.705 Marketing Management 4.709 Operations Management 4.710 Cross-Cultural Behaviour and Negotiation 4.711 Business Quantitative Methods 4.712 Organisational Behaviour and Relationship Management 4.713 Economic Decision-Making 4.717 Business Ethics 4.720 Business Strategy and Change

Integrated Management Learning Seminar I (Qualitative Assessment)

4.702 Managing Information and

MBA Orientation Sessions:

Leadership Development, Presentation Skills, Business Writing, Use of Databases, Industrial Visit, Mentorship Programme (Qualitative Assessment)

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4.790 Corporate Finance 4.791 Financial Modelling 4.792 Financial Statement Analysis 4.793 Financial Engineering 4.794 Valuations and Investment Decision Analysis 4.795 International Finance

4.716 International Marketing 4.727 Services Marketing 4.750 Strategic Marketing 4.751 Marketing Research and Decision-Making 4.753 Integrated Marketing Communications 4.754 Product Development and Brand Management

Management

4.715 Financial Risk Management 4.728 Operations Strategy and Technology 4.729 Quality Management 4.781 Manufacturing Management 4.782 International Supply Chain Management 4.783 Project Management

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Field Study

Stage 3: Elective Modules

Stage 4: Capstone Module

Stage 5: Research

4.797 Field Study2

(Three months)

4.798 Internship2

Operations and

Marketing/Finance/

(International Business/

(Six months)

4.799 Dissertation

(Two months)

Operations and Logistics)

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(International Business/Marketing/Finance/

4.718 Business Research Methods

Operations and Logistics) Logistics)

Compulsory module for Dissertation

(International Business/Marketing/Finance/

Any six modules for internship 4.707 Human Resource Management 4.708 International Business Law 4.714 Global Enterprise 4.715 Financial Risk Management 4.716 International Marketing 4.719 Advanced Management of Information Systems 4.721 International Trade and Development 4.724 E-Business 4.725 Entrepreneurship / New Ventures 4.727 Services Marketing 4.728 Operations Strategy and Technology 4.729 Quality Management 4.750 Strategic Marketing 4.751 Marketing Research and Decision-Making 4.753 Integrated Marketing Communications 4.754 Product Development and Brand Management 4.781 Manufacturing Management 4.782 International Supply Chain Management 4.783 Project Management 4.790 Corporate Finance 4.791 Financial Modelling 4.792 Financial Statement Analysis 4.793 Financial Engineering 4.794 Valuations and Investment Decision Analysis 4.795 International Finance

Dissertation

4.706 International Strategic Management

Integrated Management Learning Seminar II (Qualitative Assessment)

Any eight modules for field study 4.707 Human Resource Management 4.708 International Business Law 4.714 Global Enterprise 4.715 Financial Risk Management 4.716 International Marketing 4.719 Advanced Management of Information Systems 4.721 International Trade and Development 4.724 E-Business 4.725 Entrepreneurship / New Ventures 4.727 Services Marketing 4.728 Operations Strategy and Technology 4.729 Quality Management 4.750 Strategic Marketing 4.751 Marketing Research and Decision-Making 4.753 Integrated Marketing Communications 4.754 Product Development and Brand Management 4.781 Manufacturing Management 4.782 International Supply Chain Management 4.783 Project Management 4.790 Corporate Finance 4.791 Financial Modelling 4.792 Financial Statement Analysis 4.793 Financial Engineering 4.794 Valuations and Investment Decision Analysis 4.795 International Finance

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Alternative Pathways

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how to apply

How To Apply 1.

Check this prospectus for any specific requirements for making an application for the programme in which you are interested.

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Complete an Enrolment Application Form and enclose the required documentation. An Enrolment Application Form may be downloaded from the AIS St Helens website at www.ais.ac.nz or contact Student Services - Marketing at AIS St Helens.

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If you are applying to enter the Master of Business Administration degree programme, you will also need to complete the MBA Supplementary Application Form and arrange for two Referee Forms to be forwarded.

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Send your Enrolment Application Form and any required additional information to AIS St Helens.

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Upon meeting all entry requirements, we will send you an Offer of Place and a Proforma Invoice.

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You should then pay the Proforma Invoice and we send a Receipt and Confirmation of Enrolment to you.

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For international students: a) Students from China, Vietnam, the Indian Subcontinent, Turkey and the Middle East are recommended to apply for ‘Pre-Visa Assessment’ at the appropriate Immigration New Zealand office before paying programme fees. In order to obtain your Student Visa, you will need to show our Receipt and Confirmation of Enrolment after you have received “Approval in Principle” from Immigration. b) Send or take your passport, the official Confirmation of Enrolment, Receipt, and other documentation required to the nearest Immigration New Zealand office to apply for a Student Visa. Students already in New Zealand can apply at AIS St Helens.

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c) After receiving your passport with your Student Visa issued, please inform the AIS St Helens staff member named in our Letter of Offer immediately and advise your travel details.

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For further information or any points of clarification before finalising your enrolment, please contact us by email at enquiry@ais.ac.nz or telephone + 64 9 815 1717 or freephone (NZ only) 0800 STUDY AIS (0800 788 392).

d) Upon arrival in Auckland, you must contact our Student Services - Marketing office for arrangement of your orientation and course enrolment.

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For domestic students: Qualifying students should apply to StudyLink for student loans and for student allowances where required.

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When you arrive at AIS St Helens, ask one of our Student Services Officers for any further help you might need.

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Bookings for the AIS St Helens dormitory, homestay accommodation and airport pick-up services must be made at least two weeks in advance of arrival in Auckland.

For International Students Your application will be handled by AIS International Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Auckland Institute of Studies Ltd. AIS St Helens contracts AIS International to undertake its international marketing. For international students enrolling at AIS St Helens for the first time, an International Assistance Fee (IAF) is included in the tuition fees.

Undergraduate degree programmes Courses

Prerequisite

Stage 1 2.101 2.102 2.103 2.111 2.112 2.113 2.114 2.115 2.120 2.101 2.102 2.103 2.120 3.112 3.119 3.120 3.121 3.122 3.120 3.121 5.101 5.102 5.103 5.104 5.105 7.101 7.102 7.103 7.104 7.105 7.106 7.107

Accounting Principles n Management Principles n Marketing Principles n Business Communication n Information Technology Concepts n Business Economics n Business Law Business Mathematics and Statistics English: Study Writing n Accounting Principles n Management Principles n Marketing Principles n English: Study Writing n Information Technology Concepts Principles of Tourism n Tourism and Hospitality in New Zealand n Economics for Tourism and Hospitality n Tourism in Pacific Island States Tourism and Hospitality in New Zealand n Economics for Tourism and Hospitality Business Environment for the Hospitality Industry n Food and Beverage Production Operations n Food and Beverage Service Operations n Written and Oral Communication Skills for the Hospitality Industry n Computing for Accounting and Finance in the Hospitality Industry n The Information Technology System n Business Communication n Fundamental Principles of Computer Programming n Database Engineering I n Computer Networks I n Business Environment n Mathematics for Computing

Intercultural Communication Managerial Economics Organisational Behaviour n Strategic Management n Financial Management Marketing Management Operations Management

2.226 2.231 2.232 2.233 2.234 2.236 2.238 2.239 2.261

Human Resource Management Introduction to International Business n Consumer Behaviour Business Statistics Macroeconomics Managerial Accounting Financial Markets and Institutions Financial Accounting Research Methods

2.265 2.270

E-Commerce for Managers Management Information Systems

2.223 2.261

Financial Management n Research Methods

3.220 3.221 3.222 3.223 3.224 3.225 3.226 3.223 5.201 5.202

Tourism and Hospitality Regulations n Tourism and Hospitality Marketing n Tourism and Hospitality Management n Human Relationships in Tourism and Hospitality n Impacts of Tourism Asia-Pacific Tourism Heritage Tourism Studies Human Relationships in Tourism and Hospitality Reception and Front Office Management n Food and Beverage Management n

5.203 5.220 5.221 5.222 7.201 7.202 7.203 7.204 7.205 7.206 7.207

Accommodation Management n Tourism and Hospitality Regulations n Tourism and Hospitality Marketing n Tourism and Hospitality Management n Systems Analysis and Design n Software Testing n Computer Algorithms and Discrete Mathematics n Computer Organisation n Object Oriented Programming n Applications Development Software Architecture

Prerequisite

7.208 7.209 7.210 7.211 7.212 7.213 7.214 7.215 7.216

Internet Development and Programming Internet Infrastructure Security Computer Networks II Network Infrastructure Design Business Process and Improvement Operations Management Database Analysis, Design and Implementation Call Centre Technology Call Centre Management

7.104 and 7.205 7.105 7.105 7.105 7.102 and 7.106 7.106 7.104 7.102 and 7.105 7.215

2.330 2.331 2.332 2.333 2.334

International Relations in the Asia-Pacific Region International Business n International Marketing International Trade International Finance

2.335

International Management

2.336

Research Project

2.337 2.338 2.340

Advanced Financial Accounting Auditing Corporate Tax Planning

2.341 2.346 2.350

Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Economics Business and Social Ethics

2.355 2.361

Services Marketing Applied Management n

2.365 2.366 2.380 3.310 3.311

Applied E-Commerce E-Marketing Summary Report Module n (GDIB) Applied Tourism Management Project n Events Management

3.312 3.313 3.314 3.315 3.316 3.317 3.336

Resorts and Hospitality Management Entrepreneurship and Small Business for Tourism and Hospitality Travel and Air Transport Management Tourism Consumer Behaviour Ecotourism Management Tourism Policy Planning and Development Research Project

1.253 or 2.231 2.231 and 2.222 2.224 2.231 and 2.234 2.223 (recommended 2.231) 2.231, or (2.102 and 2.232) Subject to approval by Head 2.239 2.239 one of 2.223, 2.236, 2.237 or 2.239 2.222 2.234 2.222 and 2.231 (excluding GDIB) 2.224 or 2.232 17 courses including all compulsory courses 2.265 2.224 or 2.232 or 2.265 Five courses completed 3.119 and 3.222 One of 3.221, 3.222 or 2.224 3.222 3.222

3.380 3.311

Summary Report Module n (GDTM) Events Management

3.312 3.313

Resorts and Hospitality Management n Entrepreneurship and Small Business for Tourism and Hospitality Hospitality Industry Practice n

Stage 3

Senior HS Maths or 7.107

7.101

Stage 2 2.211 2.213 2.218 2.222 2.223 2.224 2.225

Courses

course selection

Course Selection

2.111 or 1.131 or 1.151 2.113 2.102 2.102 2.101 and 2.112 2.102 and 2.103 2.102 (recommended 2.222) 2.102 2.102 and 2.113 2.103 2.115 or 2.112 2.113 2.101 2.113 2.101 Four Stage 1 courses including 2.120 2.102, 2.103, 2.112 2.101, 2.112 (recommended 2.222) 2.101 Four Stage 1 courses including 2.120 3.119 2.103 and 3.119 2.102 and 3.119 3.119 2.102 and 3.119 3.119 3.222 3.119 5.101 One of 3.120, 5.102 or 5.103 5.101 3.119 or 3.120 2.103 and 3.120 3.120 and 5.101 7.101 and 7.102

7.101 7.103 7.104 and 7.205 Four Stage 1 courses

5.301

5.310

International Food and Beverage Management n An Integrated Approach to Hospitality Management n Applied Hospitality Management Project n

5.336 5.380 7.301 7.302

Hospitality Management Research Project Summary Report Module n (GDHM) Information Technology Project Management n Live Industry Project n

7.303 7.304 7.305 7.306 7.307 7.308 7.309 7.310 7.311 7.312 7.313 7.314 7.315 7.316

Web Development Human Computer Interaction Software Quality Assurance and Maintenance Middleware Programming Intelligent Agents Mobile Systems Development Information Technology Systems Security Advanced Networking Mobile Network Design Management Information Systems Enterprise Systems E-Business Strategy Database Administration Business Intelligence

5.302 5.303

2.222 or 3.222 3.221 or 3.222 3.222 3.222 Subject to approval by Head Five courses completed One of 2.224, 3.221 or 3.222 5.222 5.222 One of 5.202, 5.203 or 5.222 5.202 One of 5.202, 5.203 or 5.222 All other compulsory courses 2.261 Five courses completed 7.201 Four courses from Major and 7.301 7.206 and 7.214 7.201 7.201 and 7.202 7.205, 7.207 and 7.214 7.207 and 7.208 7.208 7.210 7.210 7.210 and 7.211 7.106 7.212 and 7.213 7.212 and 7.213 7.214 7.214

A minimum number of designated courses are required for undergraduate degree programmes.

- International Business Programmes Blue - Tourism Management Programmes Green - Hospitality Management Programmes Grey - Information Technology Programmes Red Compulsory courses

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programme admission details

Programme Admission Details MBA Programmes 4.700 Master of Business Administration 4.450 Postgraduate Diploma in International Business 4.400 Postgraduate Certificate in International Business

Entry Requirements • Bachelor degree or equivalent, or approved professional qualification, and • At least two years full-time relevant work experience, and • A pass in mathematics at first year tertiary level (Finance, Operations and Logistics specialisations) • IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 79 / TEP 42 or equivalent, or • Prior studies where English was the medium of instruction

International Business Programmes 2.600 Master of International Business2 2.500 Postgraduate Diploma in International Business2

• Bachelor degree in International Business or equivalent • IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 79 / TEP 42 or equivalent, or • Degree graduation where English was the medium of instruction

2.400 Graduate Diploma in International Business

• Bachelor degree or equivalent • IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 / TEP 39 or equivalent

• Candidates without a Bachelor degree but with an appropriate mix of a lesser qualification and work experience may be approved for special admission by the Academic Board

2.300 Bachelor of International Business 2.200 Diploma in International Business (Level 6) 2.100 Diploma in International Business (Level 5)

• A minimum of 14 NCEA credits in each of 3 subjects at Level 3; or • Tertiary study; or • A minimum of 14 NCEA credits in each of 4 subjects at Level 2; or • Equivalent overseas qualification, and

• IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 / TEP 39 (36-38 in Special Admission Support Stream) or equivalent, and • 17 years and over

Information Technology Programmes 7.400 Graduate Diploma in Information Technology

• Bachelor degree or equivalent, and • Satisfactory completion of pre-enrolment assessment tasks • IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 / TEP 39 (36-38 in Special Admission Support Stream)

7.300 Bachelor of Information Technology 7.200 Diploma in Information Technology (Level 6) 7.100 Diploma in Information Technology (Level 5)

• A minimum of 14 NCEA credits in each of 3 subjects at Level 3, including a minimum of 9 credits in mathematics; or • Tertiary study, including mathematics at a level equivalent to 9 credits at Level 3; or • A minimum of 14 NCEA credits in each of 4 subjects at Level 2, including a minimum of 15 credits in mathematics; or • Successful completion of a Level 4 qualification in Computing; or • Equivalent overseas qualification, and • Achieve 80% in the AIS St Helens IT Proficiency Assessment (ITPA); and • IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 / TEP 39 (36-38 in Special Admission Support Stream) or equivalent, and • 17 years and over

Tourism, Hospitality and Arts Programmes TOURISM MANAGEMENT 3.400 Graduate Diploma in Tourism Management

• Bachelor degree or equivalent • IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 / TEP 39 or equivalent

• Candidates without a Bachelor degree but with an appropriate mix of a lesser qualification and work experience may be approved for special admission by the Academic Board

3.300 Bachelor of Tourism Management 3.200 Diploma in Tourism Management (Level 6) 3.100 Diploma in Tourism Management (Level 5)

• A minimum of 14 NCEA credits in each of 3 subjects at Level 3; or • Tertiary study; or • A minimum of 14 NCEA credits in each of 4 subjects at Level 2; or

• Successful completion of a Level 4 qualification in Travel and Tourism; or • Equivalent overseas qualification, and • IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 / TEP 39 (36-38 in Special Admission Support Stream) or equivalent, and • 17 years and over

5.400 Graduate Diploma in Hospitality Management2

• Bachelor degree or equivalent • IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 / TEP 39 or equivalent

• Candidates without a Bachelor degree but with an appropriate mix of a lesser qualification and work experience may be approved for special admission by the Academic Board

5.300 Bachelor of Hospitality Management2 5.200 Diploma in Hospitality Operations Management (Level 6)2 5.100 Diploma in Hospitality Operations (Level 5)2

• A minimum of 14 NCEA credits in each of 3 subjects at Level 3; or • Tertiary study; or • A minimum of 14 NCEA credits in each of 4 subjects at Level 2); or

• Successful completion of a Level 4 qualification in Travel and Tourism; or • Equivalent overseas qualification, and • IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 / TEP 39 (36-38 in Special Admission Support Stream) or equivalent, and • 17 years and over

3.603 National Certificate in Hospitality (Food and Beverage Service) (Level 3)

• A minimum of 24 NCEA credits at Level 2 across a range of subject areas; or • Equivalent overseas qualification; and • IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL iBT 46 / TEP 36 (33-35 with interview arrangement) or equivalent; and • 17 years and over

HOSPITALITY

ARTS 1.300 Bachelor of Arts 1.200 Diploma in Language and Culture (Level 6) 1.200 Diploma in Arts (TESOL) (Level 6) 1.100 Diploma in Language and Culture (Level 5)

• A minimum of 14 NCEA credits in each of 3 subjects at Level 3; or • Tertiary study; or • A minimum of 14 NCEA credits in each of 4 subjects at Level 2; or

• Equivalent overseas qualification, and • IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 / TEP 39 (36-38 with interview arrangement) or equivalent, and • 17 years and over

1.010 Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CertTESOL)

• A standard of education that would allow entry into an AIS St Helens degree programme • Successful completion of Pre-Interview Task

• Assessment of suitability for teaching by interview • IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 / TEP 39 • 18 years and over

Foundation Programme 2.000 Certificate in Foundation Studies (Level 3)

• IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL iBT 35 / TEP 33 (30-32 with interview arrangement) or equivalent, and • 16 years and over

English Language Centre Programmes 1.023 Business English

• Successful completion of AIS St Helens EAP; or

1.022 English for Academic Purposes II (EAP II)

• Successful completion of AIS St Helens Intermediate English level; or • IELTS 5.0 / TEP 33 • 16 years and over

1.020 English for Academic Purposes I (EAP I)

• Successful completion of AIS St Helens Pre-Intermediate English level; or • IELTS 4.5 / TEP 30 • 16 years and over

1.042 IELTS Preparation

• Intermediate level of English

1.000 English as a Foreign Language (General English)

• No English language level required

• IELTS 5.0 / TEP 33

• Pass IELTS class entrance test

• 16 years and over

• Successful completion of EAP I; or

• 16 years and over

• 16 years and over

(1) SPECIAL ADMISSION - Students who do not meet the entry criteria may apply for Special Admission and provide additional information on employment and life experience in support of their application.

(2) TEP - Students without IELTS or TOEFL may sit the AIS St Helens Test of English Proficiency (TEP) to confirm their English level for entry to programmes (3) IELTS - Where an English proficiency entry level is stipulated as an IELTS score, the overall score must be supported by no individual band score being less than 0.5 below the overall score.

(E.g. a requirement of 6.0 must be supported by no individual band being less than 5.5). For the TEP this translates to no band score being less than 1 point below one third of the total score. (E.g. a requirement of 39 must be supported by no individual band being below 12).

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Subject to NZQA approval

Country Bangladesh

Entry to Foundation (Level 3)

Entry to Degree (Level 5)

Higher Secondary Certificate

Successful completion of one year of tertiary study or Higher Secondary School Certificate with a first division pass or GPA of 4 or above

Cambodia

Completion of High School

Year 12 HSC (good results)

China

Successful completion of three years study resulting in

Successful completion of three years study resulting

Chinese High School Graduation

in Chinese High School Graduation achieving an

Vocational schooling is assessed on a case-by-case basis

average of 75% in academic subjects

Completion of Year 11 with superior grades

Vocational schooling is assessed on a case-by-case basis

Fiji

School Leaving Certificate

Seventh Form Examination

Germany

Mittlere Reife/Realschulabschluss

Abitur

Hong Kong

HK CEE

Three advanced level passes (HKAL)

India

Completion of Year 11 with satisfactory results

Higher School Certificate (+2) (higher second division pass)

Indonesia

SMU 2 (GPA of 7 or better in 11 subjects)

SMU 3 (GPA of 7 or above in 10 subjects)

Japan

Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Kotogakko or High School Diploma

Korea

Successful completion of three years study resulting in Korean

High School graduation (GPA B in academic subjects)

High School graduation or Senior High School Year 2 with

or National Scholastic aptitude test 50% or above

Vocational schooling is assessed on a case-by-case basis

superior results Malaysia

Completion of SPM (or forecast)

SPM (or forecast) Grade 4 over five subjects

Completion of UEC

UEC Grade 6 over five subjects

Oman

Thanawiya Amma (Secondary School Leaving Certificate)

Successful completion of one year of tertiary study

Pacific Islands

PSSC Senior Secondary Certificate

PSSC Senior Secondary Certificate (good results)

Pakistan

Higher Secondary School Certificate

Successful completion of one year of tertiary study

Philippines

National College Entrance

National College Entrance Exam (superior grades)

Russia

Completion of Secondary Education

Certificate of Secondary Education (Grade 4 average)

Samoa

Completion of High School

Successful completion of one year of tertiary study

Saudi Arabia

Tawjihiyya (General Secondary Education Certificate)

Successful completion of one year of tertiary study

GCE O Level in four subjects

Three GCE A Level passes

Singapore

equivalent qualifications guide

Equivalent Qualifications Guide

Secondary Four (Express) (Grade 4 average in five subjects) Sri Lanka

GCE O Level in four subjects

Three GCE A level passes

Taiwan

Completion of Senior High School Graduation Certificate

Senior High School Graduation Certificate (average of

Thailand

Completion of Matayom 6 (GPA 2.5)

Matayom 6 (GPA of 2.75 or above)

Tonga

Completion of 6th Form Certificate

6th Form Certificate with 16 or less in four subjects

United Arab

Tawjihiyya (Secondary School Certificate)

Successful completion of one year of tertiary study

Vietnam

Completion of Bang Tot Ngiep Lop 12

Bang Tot Ngiep Lop 12 (GPA of 7 or above)

Other Countries

Applicants from other countries should provided their academic records, including results in national or regional examinations

75% or above in five academic subjects)

Emirates

The above requirements are a guide only; outside of the above criteria, students are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

EQUIVALENT ENGLISH LEVEL AIS St Helens English level

IELTS (Academic)

Successful completion of:

TOEFL PBT

TOEIC

Pearson

TEP* 30

iBT

Pre-intermediate

4.5

475

560

30

Intermediate

5.0

500

35

625

36

33

Upper Intermediate

5.5

525

46

690

42 with no skill less than 36

36

Advanced

6.0

550

60

750

50 with no skill less than 42

39

6.5

575

79

820

58 with no skill less than 50

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These figures are intended as a guide to the approximate level of proficiency of a student on successful completion of the corresponding AIS St Helens English level. They should not be regarded as an absolute guarantee. * AIS St Helens Test of English Proficiency

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directory

Directory Directors Team Y. S. Hsieh, Chairman BSc CMA Taiwan (middle) John Wood, CEO BEng CYCU Taiwan (right) Dr Richard Goodall President / Chief Operating Officer EdD Nevada, MEc Sydney, BCom Melb, BEd Monash, FCIS, AccMLEADR (second from right) Richard Smith Corporate Services Director / Academic Registrar BA (Hons) Well (second from left) Dr Michael Roberts Academic Director PhD Hawaii, MA Auck, BA Auck, DipTchg Auck (left)

Board of Directors Chairman Yin-Sheng Hsieh CEO John Wood Corporate Services Director / Academic Registrar Richard Smith Non-Executive Directors Jennifer Chen-Fang Wu Kevin Kuei-Hsiung Chen William Wan-Yu Ou Wendy Wen-Chi Ku

Head of Information Technology Programmes Dr Lin Zhao PhD Zhongshan, MSc Zhongshan, BSc Zhongshan

Cathy Chen

Head of English Language Centre Terry Leotta

Lydia Chen

MALT (Hons) Auck, BA Auck, IDLTM, RSA CertTEFLA

EdD Nevada, MEc Sydney, BCom Melb, BEd Monash, FCIS, AccMLEADR

Academic Director Dr Michael Roberts PhD Hawai’i, MA Auck, BA Auck, DipTchg Auck

Head of MBA Programme Dr Nitin Seth PhD JMI, MBA Anna, Emit IIFT, BCom (Hons) Delhi

Research Coordinator Subhash Appana MA Sophia, PGDip Osaka, BA USP

Head of International Business Programmes Dr Adam Brown PhD Edinburgh, MA Edinburgh, CertTEFL Aston

Head of Hospitality, Tourism and Arts Programmes Dr Semisi Taumoepeau DBA USC, MSc Surrey, BSc Auck, CertTP, CertTM

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BEd Fujian BBA Philippines

Student Services - Marketing Marketing Manager Freddy Variava MBA APU, MPBS AUT, BCom Bombay

Ekta Dave Kasanita Holani

President / Chief Operating Officer Dr Richard Goodall

BE Tianjin

Nukes Quintana

PGDIB AIS St Helens

Programme Leadership

Student Services Administration

BA (Hons) Auck

Djaja Kurniawan Kusno MBA AIS St Helens

Mamdouh Nouri BIB AIS St Helens

Ujantha Siriwardane BSc Sri Jayewardenepura, PGDipEd NIE

Accommodation Office Phai Waenthongkham BEd Suandusit Rajabhat, BEd Chandrakasem Rajabhat

Judith Mollot DipBus Auck

Administration

Baggio Wang

Executive Secretary Jennifer Todd Online Visa Officer Christine Graham Accountant Julia Li

MBA AIS St Helens

BEc Hangzhou

Frank Xiang

Library Manager Rebecca Scott

Eri Suzuki BLC AIS St Helens

Jesan Thaker PGDIB AIS St Helens

MBA AIS St Helens

Manager - China Projects Max Li BE Tongji, DipQS Unitec

Placement and Support Services Manager Elizabeth Warner BBS Massey

Graphic Designer Jeremy Barnett

RLIANZA, MLIS Well, MA (Hons) Auck, BA Auck

Campus Business Manager Leang Ly IT Manager Robin Lan MCompSc York

Human Resources Manager Janice Reynolds PGDipHRM Glasgow, MCIPD

code of practice

Code of Practice NZQA

Employment

AIS St Helens is registered by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority as a Private Training Establishment under the provisions of the Education Act 1989 and its subsequent amendments.

International students enrolled in AIS St Helens diploma and degree programmes may work up to 20 hours per week and full-time during the summer holiday recess, providing they have an endorsement on their student permit. Diploma and degree students also qualify for a 12-month graduate job search permit after graduation, followed by a two-year work permit once relevant employment is secured. In some cases English language students and spouses of graduate students may also qualify for work rights.

Memberships AIS St Helens is a member of a number of industry organisations including Education New Zealand, the New Zealand Association of Private Education Providers (NZAPEP), and English New Zealand.

Code AIS St Helens has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students. Copies of the code are available from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website at www.minedu.govt.nz/international.

AIS St Helens is also a member of The Quality Commission Scheme, a free and independent complaints resolution service for the private education sector.

Immigration Full details of immigration requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available from Immigration New Zealand, and can be viewed on their website at www.immigration.govt.nz

Eligibility for Health Services Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website at www.moh.govt.nz.

Accident Insurance The Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents, and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at www.acc.co.nz.

Medical and Travel Insurance International students (including group students) must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while in New Zealand.

Fee Protection All student fees are held in an independent trust account – Jolly Duncan & Wells Trustees Ltd, AIS St Helens Student Trust – managed by an independent Chartered Accountant. Fees are released periodically in arrears on a pro rata basis in relation to the tuition delivered.

Refund Policy For programmes over three months, all payments exceeding NZD 500 or 10% of the fees paid, whichever is the lesser, will be refunded if the student withdraws within the first eight days of the programme. Thereafter, fees paid are non-refundable. The refund policy is in accordance with the Education Act 1989 and amendments as implemented by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority, and is subject to further amendment. Full information is contained in the Enrolment Application Form.

Orientation Day New students must be present for orientation on the Friday prior to the beginning of semester. Orientation includes significant information about student rules and requirements. Absence from orientation can negatively impact on a student’s ability to settle into campus and academic life at AIS St Helens.

Returning students are able to select courses on-line as soon as results are known from the previous semester.

Information about this process is available to students at the end of the previous semester, from the Student Services Administration Office and from campus reception counters.

Late Enrolment Students who enrol late may be subject to a late enrolment fee (NZD 150).

The information contained in this prospectus was correct at the time of going to press. The information is subject to change.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Tourism Auckland

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