2014
AUCKLAND PROGRAMME HANDBOOK
Bachelor of Business Studies
Graduate Diploma in Business - Management
School of Business
WELCOME TO EIT
Tena koutou katoa!
Congratulations on deciding to invest in your future in 2014.
Education delivers life-long returns and is a key to your success.
EIT is committed to providing a supportive learning environment in which you will be able to achieve your
career goals.
Equally important to your success is your own willingness to work hard and make good use of the
opportunities and support services that we offer.
Embrace the challenges, realise your potential and have a great year.
DEAN: Fred Koenders
[email protected]
This handbook must be read in conjunction with the EIT Student Handbook 2014 and the School of Business 2014 Information Rules
and Regulations. These are available on the Bachelor of Business Studies EIT Online site.
This handbook should be retained and referred to for the duration of your programme.
Disclaimer
Every effort has been taken to ensure the information contained in this handbook was correct at the time of printing. The Eastern
Institute of Technology reserves the right to make changes to policies and procedures.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Contents
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................................. 4
PROGRAMME INFORMATION .......................................................................................................................................... 4
BBS PROGRAMME PHILOSOPHY ................................................................................................................................... 4
SEMESTER DATES ........................................................................................................................................................... 5
GRADE ALLOCATION AND PERCENTAGES .................................................................................................................. 5
LEVELS .............................................................................................................................................................................. 5
CREDITS AND STUDENT WORKLOAD ........................................................................................................................... 5
MANAGEMENT - YOUR MAJOR ....................................................................................................................................... 6
BBS PROGRAMME STRUCTURE..................................................................................................................................... 7
GRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME STRUCTURE ...................................................................................................... 7
COURSE DETAILS ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
STUDENT RESOURCES AND SERVICES ...................................................................................................................... 10
COMPUTER ACCESS AND SERVICES .......................................................................................................................................... 10
EIT STUDENT E-MAIL SYSTEM .................................................................................................................................................. 11
STUDENT PORTAL (MYEIT) ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
COMPUTER ROOM ETIQUETTE .................................................................................................................................................. 12
EIT LIBRARIES ........................................................................................................................................................................ 12
ACADEMIC LEARNING SERVICES ............................................................................................................................................... 13
CAFETERIA ............................................................................................................................................................................. 13
STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION......................................................................................................................................................... 13
OTATARA BOOKSHOP .............................................................................................................................................................. 13
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ...................................................................................................................................................... 13
SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT .................................................................................................................................................... 13
CELLPHONES .......................................................................................................................................................................... 14
APPENDIX 1 - NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS CROSS CREDITS................................................................ 15
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INTRODUCTION
This 2014 Programme Handbook has been developed to advise you of the BBS programme information,
together with the common services and common rules and regulations.
This document often refers to the Programme Secretary, the Programme Coordinator, or the Head of
School. The following table gives you an overview of who those people are for your particular programme.
Programme
Secretary
Bachelor of Business Studies
EIT Graduate Diploma in Business
Programme
Coordinator
Head of School
Roni Hastings
Nick Cordery
Frina Albertyn
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Roni Hastings
Ram Roy
Frina Albertyn
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
PROGRAMME INFORMATION
Welcome to the Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS) Programme Handbook. EIT is proud to offer you this
unique and exciting business degree and Graduate Diploma.
At EIT information is given to you through various sources. You will receive/have access to online:
 the current EIT Student Handbook which covers rules, regulations and a guide to services
 the current faculty-specific information rules and regulations on EIT Online
 this Handbook which gives specific information relating to your qualification and should be referred
to during the course of your degree.
The Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS) is a 360 credit programme which you study full-time over three
years. The Graduate Diploma (GD) is a one year, 120 credit programme.
Our lecturers and administration staff are there to help you and are committed to your success and
achievement. The faculty operates a 24-hour response time on all student inquiries and in Auckland we
aim for a one week turnaround on assignments with a maximum of 2 weeks. You will also get the
opportunity to meet other students and develop a network of friends and contacts. We encourage you to
form an informal study group to support and learn from each other.
BBS PROGRAMME PHILOSOPHY
The philosophy of the BBS degree is to provide “work capable” graduates with the capability to think
conceptually and adapt to change. In particular, the programme is designed to:

Develop intellectual and interpersonal skills;

Emphasise the broad economic, financial and managerial dimensions of a dynamic business environment;

Facilitate the integration of academic knowledge and practical work experience;

Foster a high degree of professional competence in specialist areas;

Produce innovative and creative graduates; and,

Produce graduates who are motivated to continue life-long learning and who cope effectively with
change.
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SEMESTER DATES
SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
PROGRAMME STARTS
Monday, 17 February
Mid-Semester
Holidays
(including Easter)
Monday, 18 April –
Queen’s Birthday
Monday, 2 June
Hawke’s Bay Anniversary
Day
Friday, 24 October
Semester 1, Final Exam
Dates
Monday, 16 June – Friday,
27 June
Labour Day
Monday, 27 October
Semester 1 Ends
Friday, 27 June
Semester 2, Final Exam
Dates
Monday, 17 November –
Friday, 28 November
Mid-Year Holidays
Monday, 7 July –
Friday, 18 July
PROGRAMME ENDS
Friday, 28 November
Friday 2 May
Lectures Start
Mid-Semester Holidays
Monday, 21 July
Monday, 29 September
– Friday, 10 October
GRADE ALLOCATION AND PERCENTAGES
A+
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
CD
E
W
X
U
N
90-100%
85-89%
80-84%
75-79%
70-74%
65-69%
60-64%
55-59%
50-54%
40-49%
0-39%
Withdrawn
Cross Credit
Unfinished
Not passed due to non-achievement of some set requirement
LEVELS
BBS courses range from Levels 5 to 7 and the GD from levels 6 to 7. The levels relate to the curriculum
framework of the New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA). Courses are distinguished by their code,
(four letters), followed by a number, the first digit of which describes the level. For example ACCY5.01 is a
Level 5 accounting course.
CREDITS AND STUDENT WORKLOAD
Almost all courses carry a value of 15 credits. There may be some 30 and 45 credit papers for final year
students. The credit value of a course also represents the amount of student learning time required. Each
credit equates to approximately 10 learning hours, being a combination of classroom and out-of-classroom
time. A semester involves a minimum of 15 learning weeks (including 'study week’) plus two weeks for
exams, but excluding the mid-semester break. Therefore, a full time student completing four courses to
the value of 60 credits may spend approximately 40 hours per week on studies, prior to exams.
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MANAGEMENT - YOUR MAJOR
Currently, in Auckland we specialize in the management discipline. Both the BBS and the GD are designed so
that you can learn about various aspects of management including human resource management,
operations management and strategic management. The management major gives you skills to enable
effective decision-making and problem solving.
Typical career opportunities
Specialising in management can lead to many career opportunities in large national and international
organisations such as:

Production manager;

Human resources manager;

Project manager;

Employment relations manager;

Manufacturing manager;

Self employment/entrepreneur

Logistics manager;

and many other managerial positions in operations, services, manufacturing and production fields
Research Skills
In business, decision making by management demands good information and knowledge about how to get
it and the ability to understand it. The School of Business supports this tenet and considers research by
staff and students to be an important undertaking. The Business Project often includes extensive research.
Industry Interaction
Your study will involve you in the real world of business, with case studies and practical business examples
based on the experiences of real companies. You will hear regularly from industry guest speakers, who will
bring their expertise and practical experience directly into the classroom. Importantly, you will be taught
by highly qualified academic staff who maintain their business currency through commitment to
professional development, applied research, and consultancy.
In addition, we will integrate your classroom learning with relevant industry practice. This will help you be
work-ready from the moment you graduate, to give you a head start in your future career.
The workplace component involves two courses:
 Business Operations: In this level 5 course project work requiring you to investigate a particular
aspect of an organisation will integrate the knowledge and skills developed in your foundation
courses with real-world business
 Business Project: This level 7 course is the capstone course of the degree. In your final semester of
study you will undertake a semester-length project for a business organisation – mainly in its
workplace. The course will integrate the specialist knowledge gained in your degree with the
dynamics of business practice. You also extend the critical, personal, and interpersonal skills
essential in today’s business world.
Transfer to the BBS from a completed New Zealand Diploma in Business (NZDipBus)
A NZDipBus graduate may be granted up to 240 cross credits of which a maximum will be 90 credits at Level
6. Most courses require a C pass or better for a cross credit to be granted. (See Appendix 1).
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BBS PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Year 1
Semester 1
Block 1
Semester 2
Organisational
Communication
Information Systems
Principles
COMM5.01
ITSP5.01
Quantitative Analysis
QUAN5.01
Block 2
Introduction to
Accounting
Accounting Applications
ACCY5.02
Law for Business
LAWS5.01
Marketing Principles
MKTY5.01
Introduction to
Management
MGMT5.01
ACCY5.01
Year 2
Semester 1
Supply Chain
Management
MGMT6.01
Business Operations
BSOP5.01
Economic Principles
ECON5.01
Employment Relations
MGMT6.05
ACCY6.03 Principles of
Managerial Finance
Research Methods
RESM6.01
Business Planning
MGMT6.06
Organisation Behaviour
MGMT6.04
Semester 1
Project Management
Block 5
ITPM6.310
International Business
INTB7.01
Designing & Improving
Operations
Human Resource
Management
MGMT6.03
Block 3
Semester 2
Block 4
Year 3
MGMT6.02
Semester 2
Business Project
Block 6
MGMT7.14
Advanced Human
Resource Management
MGMT7.05
Strategic Management
MGMT7.01
Designing & Improving
Operations
Human Resource
Management
MGMT6.02
MGMT6.03
Advanced Human
Resource Management
MGMT7.05
Strategic Management
MGMT7.01
GRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Year 1
Semester 1
Project Management
International Business
Block 5
ITPM6.310
INTB7.01
Semester 2
Business Project Mgmt
Block 6
MGMT7.14
COURSE DETAILS
The courses we are offering in Auckland in 2014 are as follows:
In the following descriptions Prerequisite – courses which must be studied before
Co-requisite – courses which can be studied before or at the same time as
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NZQA
LEVEL
COURSE NO.
5
ACCY5.01
5
ACCY5.02
5
ITSP5.01
5
BSOP5.01
5
COMM5.01
5
ECON5.01
5
LAWS5.01
5
MGMT5.01
5
MKTY5.01
5
QUAN5.01
6
ACCY6.03
6
ITPM6.310
6
MGMT6.01
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION
NO. OF
CREDITS
INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING
To introduce students to the basic concepts of accounting and finance for use in the
business environment.
ACCOUNTING APPLICATIONS
To introduce students to the techniques of double entry accounting using a manual
and computerised system.
PRE-REQUISITE:
ACCY5.01 Introduction to Accounting
INFORMATION SYSTEMS PRINCIPLES
To enable students to gain an understanding of information systems concepts and
issues and the principles of information processing, plus obtain a range of skills in
order to develop and use personal information systems.
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
To consolidate, through group work, the knowledge and skills which students have
already encountered in foundation compulsory BBS courses. To encourage and
further develop students’ work-related skills such as analysis, problem solving,
decision making, team and communication skills, through their co-operatively
confronting and solving realistic workplace issues whilst working in a team.
PRE-REQUISITES:
COMM5.01 Organisational Communication and
MGMT5.01 Introduction to Management
PLUS ONE OF:
LAWS5.01 Law for Business
ACCY5.01 Introduction to Accounting
ITSP5.01 Information Systems Principles
MKTY5.01 Marketing Principles
ORGANISATIONAL COMMUNICATION
To develop students’ awareness of the demands of communicating within an
organisation, and enhance their skills as practising communicators in writing, orally
and in a variety of interpersonal settings within the business environment.
ECONOMIC PRINCIPLES
To enable students to demonstrate a theoretical understanding of economic systems,
economic behaviour of individuals and organisations in markets, and national and
international economic activity.
LAW FOR BUSINESS
To introduce students to the structures and operation of Government, the New
Zealand legal system and legal processes, the regulation of business, business
structures and legal obligations and their application in the contemporary
environment.
INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT
To introduce students to the concepts, skills and practices required in effective
organisational management.
MARKETING PRINCIPLES
To introduce students to the field of marketing, including the functional, social and
managerial dimensions of marketing.
QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS
To introduce students to the statistical techniques available for the summarisation,
analysis and interpretation of data.
PRINCIPLES OF MANAGERIAL FINANCE
To enable students to learn to use the basic tools and techniques of finance and
financial management and to apply them in routine situations that confront financial
managers.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
To enable students to specify the requirements for project planning; to use project
management techniques and tools to monitor and control projects, using project
management software, and applying quality control techniques.
PRE-REQUISITES:
MGMT5.01 Introduction to Management or
ITSP5.01 Information Systems Principles or
a degree
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
8
6
MGMT6.02
To provide students with a framework for understanding supply chains and supply
chain management.
DESIGNING AND IMPROVING OPERATIONS
15
To have students examine activities that focus on the design and subsequent improvement
of services and goods, and the processes used in their production.
6
MGMT6.03
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
15
To provide students with a detailed examination of human resource management (HRM)
activities for the effective management of people in an organisation.
6
MGMT6.04
ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR
15
To provide students with a detailed examination of aspects of organisational behaviour
concepts, principles, practices and issues with relevance to the modern workplace.
6
MGMT6.05
6
MGMT6.06
6
RESM6.01
7
INTB7.01
7
MGMT7.01
7
MGMT7.05
7
MGMT7.14
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS
To examine the Employment Relations processes, both formal and informal, and apply
them so that the parties to the employment relations each achieve their mutual goals.
BUSINESS PLANNING
Students will be able to produce a business plan in the context of a defined business
scenario or case study. The business plan will link financial, operations and marketing
issues into a cohesive whole. Students will also be able to participate as a line manager
in the construction of budgets
RESEARCH METHODS
To introduce students to a range of research methods employed by researchers and
practitioners in business disciplines. It explores the principles of scientific methods,
examines the research process and research design, the analysis and evaluation of
data sets and the preparation, writing and presentation of research material.
pre-requisite:
QUAN5.01 Quantitative Analysis
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
To enable students to analyse and think strategically about international business
environment; be able to examine, assess and apply the concepts of international
business; demonstrate how the current global environment, particularly the
sustainability issues and carbon credits, affects New Zealand businesses at the
international level; become aware of and reflective of the regional agreements that
affects international business; and to effectively apply the international business
requirements to a New Zealand business for entry into the global arena.
PRE-REQUISITES:
For students in the BBS: 240 credits in the BBS including at
least 30 credits at Level 6
For students in the Graduate Diploma in Business: Relevant
knowledge, skills and experience in the business field.
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
To enable students to analyse, evaluate and synthesise the critical aspects of strategic
management and to be able to integrate its various aspects into a form which can be
implemented and controlled.
PRE-REQUISITE:
240 credits in the BBS or BRS including 30 credits at level 6
ADVANCED HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
To critically examine the underpinnings of the HR field and selected strategic and
contemporary aspects at the organisational level of human resource management
concepts, principles, practices and HR issues.
PRE-REQUISITES:
MGMT5.01 Introduction to Management
MGMT6.03 Human Resource Management
BUSINESS PROJECT
15
15
15
15
15
15
30
The applied or research project will provide students with an opportunity to
develop their skills and knowledge in a specific business topic or research area
and the ability to apply skills and conceptual knowledge acquired from all parts of
their programme into an appropriate setting.
PRE-REQUISITE: At least 240 credits; approval of the project proposal through a
designated committee or the programme coordinator.
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STUDENT RESOURCES AND SERVICES
A comprehensive overview of student services can be found on www.eit.ac.nz under Student Services.
Computer Access and Services
PERSONAL LOGIN ID FOR STUDENTS
On enrolment, every student is allocated a personal login ID and password to access the EIT student
computer system. Your personal login information will be included in your acceptance letter or from the
Programme Secretary on your arrival.
Login IDs are used to access computers in the computer classrooms, the Twist Library and all EIT Learning
Centres. The Computer Usage Policy must be adhered to in all locations.
Enter your Username here
Enter your Password here
Press ‘Enter’ on the keyboard
After your first login, the computer will prompt you to change your password to something other than your
Student ID number. For security reasons please change your password as soon as you are prompted.
Please note that your account credentials are your responsibility and you are asked not to share your
password with anyone.
Saving to Your Home Directory
Every login ID has a Home Directory (the H: drive) which is personal to that login so that you can save files
confidentially. We also recommend you save files to your personal USB Flash drive to take home as a
backup.
This will only work if you
have used your Student
Login ID.





Select File from the
drop-down menu bar
Student’s
H Drive
Select Save or Save
As
Select (H:) Drive
Type a file name
Click on Save
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EIT Student e-mail System
Every login ID also allows access to the student email system. It is this system, called Microsoft Outlook
Web App, which allows tutors to send lecture notes and messages to you, which then can be saved or
printed. Double-click the ‘Student Email’ shortcut on the Desktop to open your e-mail.
The following box will appear on your screen:
Enter your Username and
Password. Click ‘Log On’
Your personal login ID also gives you access to the Internet. Please note that access to the Internet is
monitored and if you visit unacceptable sites (as outlined in the Computer Usage Policy) your login ID will
be disabled.
Logging out Instructions
When you have finished your session using a computer, you must log out, to close the personal files
attached to the login.


Click the ‘start’ button on the task bar (bottom left corner)
Click on ‘Shut down’


Student Portal (MyEIT)
Students are able to access the student portal (MyEIT) on and off campus at the following web address:http://myeit.eit.ac.nz
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On campus MyEIT is the default browser homepage.
MyEIT gives you access to: EIT Online
 Student email
 Results
 Timetable
 Library & Learning Services
 Student services
 Student amenities
 EIT computer guides
 Student news
Computer Room Etiquette
Please read the ‘USE OF COMPUTER SYSTEMS’ Policy on page 10 of your EIT Student Handbook 2014.
If there is a computer lab that is occupied by a regular timetabled class, but with a few free computers
available, in many cases, the tutor in charge will allow you to use a free computer, provided that you
observe the following courtesies:

Always knock first and politely ask the tutor’s permission

Never enter the room if it looks like there is an assessment taking place

Do not talk to fellow students who may also be in the room

Do not expect to use the printer - always check with the tutor first.
Contact:
Phone:
Email:
Helpdesk
(06) 974 8000, Ext. 4357
[email protected]
EIT Libraries
The EIT Libraries at both the Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti campuses provide research facilities for student
use. Our highly qualified and experienced librarians are available to assist students utilise the wide range of
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resources that support study in all EIT programmes. Resources include books, journals, newspapers,
electronic resources, DVDs and CDs. Computers, laptops, mobile device connections and technical support
are available in the Libraries and these may be requested by Auckland students.
The Library and Learning Services website offers access to a wide range of electronic information sources
and online study and computer guides. This information is available off-campus.
Twist Library & Learning Hub (Hawke’s Bay)
Phone:
(06) 974 8000, exts: 6040 or 6045
Email:
[email protected]
Tairāwhiti Library & Learning Centre
Phone:
(06) 869 0835
Email:
[email protected]
Academic Learning Services
Academic Learning Services can assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your
studies at EIT. Our aim is to foster confident, competent and independent learners. Our Information &
Learning Advisors can assist with: planning your study, writing assignments, general reading and writing,
basic computing, academic writing, learning and exam techniques, mathematics and study skills. In
Auckland, in the first instance discuss difficulties with the course lecturer and if you require more
generalized help with your study skills, please contact them directly and arrange a Skype session.
Cafeteria
The cafeteria is located on the second floor.
Normal hours of business are:
Term time: Monday to Thursday 7.30 am – 3.00 pm and Friday 8.00 am - 3.00 pm
A wide range of sit down and take-away food is available.
Students’ Association
The Students’ Association (EITSA) represents you in many different forums at EIT. The Students’
Association also provides student services and amenities for all EIT students. Currently their offering for
the Auckland Campus is under development.
Otatara Bookshop
The Bookshop is will supply you with texts if you wish to ring them and place an order giving them your
credit card and delivery address details. They will arrange delivery to your door. A delivery charge will be
made for this.
Phone:
(06) 974 8909
Emergency Procedures
It is your responsibility while on campus to familiarise yourself with these and know what to do and where
to go if an evacuation is necessary. From time to time drills are conducted. If a siren goes off, leave the
building immediately and assemble in the designated evacuation assembly area. Do not use the lifts. Do
not re-enter the building until notified by the building warden or Fire Brigade.
Smoke-Free Environment
Smoking is not permitted on campus, please refer to the student handbook. All EIT facilities and grounds,
including those leased by EIT are smokefree. This includes the Regional Learning Centres and the Student
Village.
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Cellphones
a)
b)
Cellphones are to be turned off during lectures unless students have a pressing reason to leave them
on. Students must notify the lecturer before the lecture starts, that their cellphone will be on and
the reason for it. It is up to the discretion of the lecturer whether the student is allowed to keep
their cellphone on; and
A student using a cell phone without permission during the lecture (answering or calling) can be
asked to leave the lecture immediately and not return.
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APPENDIX 1 - NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS CROSS CREDITS
Version 2
(from courses in 2008)
THE FOLLOWING ARE COURSE EQUIVALENTS RECOGNISED
BY THE FACULTY ACADEMIC COMMITTEE
NZDipBus
BBS Degree
Grade
Required
400
Accounting Principles
ACCY5.01
Introduction to Accounting
B
430
Quantitative Business Methods
QUAN5.01
Quantitative Analysis
B
501
Accounting Practices
ACCY5.02
Accounting Applications
C
510
Introduction to Commercial Law
LAWS5.01
Law for Business
C
520
The Economic Environment
ECON5.01
Economic Principles
C
530
Organisation and Management
MGMT5.01
Introduction to Management
C
541
Fundamentals of Marketing
MKTY5.01
Marketing Principles
C
550
Business Computing
ITSP5.01
Information Systems Principles
C
560
Business Communication
COMM5.01
Organisational Communication
C
601
Financial Accounting
ACCY6.01
Financial Accounting
B
602
Management Accounting
ACCY6.02
Management Accounting
C
603
Business Finance
ACCY6.03
Principles of Managerial Finance
C
606
Taxation
ACCY6.09T
Professional Studies – Taxation Only (7.5 credits)
C
632
Operations Management
MGMT6.02
Designing and Improving Operations
B
635
Employment Relations
MGMT6.05
Employment Relations
C
644
Buyer Behaviour and
Communication Strategies
MKTY6.03
Consumer Behaviour
C
648
Marketing Planning and Control
MKTY6.02
Marketing Management
C
Complete NZDipBus
BSOP5.01
Business Operations
1
Other NZDipBus courses may be cross credited as elective papers within the BBS Degree. For example 435
Fundamentals of Small Business, 630 Leadership.
2
Courses from other programmes and institutions may qualify for cross credit with approval from the BBS
Programme Coordinator and Faculty Academic Committee.
3
There is no automatic cross credit from the BBS course to the equivalent NZDipBus course – possible cross
credits may be discussed with the BBS Programme Coordinator.
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