Bachelor of Business

New Zealand Massey University Degree

Pathway Programs at GISM Campus

Massey University Bachelor of Business qualification is well recognized in business and management sectors in New Zealand and overseas.

You can start pathway programme of the Bachelor of Business degree in Sri Lanka at the Graduate Institute of Science and Management (GISM) and, on Successful completion of one-year study, you can go to New Zealand and join second year of the Bachelor of Business Degree programme at Massey University. At the end of the second and third years, on successful completion, Massey University offers the degree.

About Massey University

Massey University is one of the largest universities in New Zealand and continues to be ranked globally as one of the top three universities in New Zealand. Massey University’s proud history spans over 80 years of academic excellence and this university is sought-after throughout the world for its leading-edge research and innovation. Hence, Massey students experience international quality teaching by top researchers and lecturers who have strong links with their industries.  
Massey is also the New Zealand’s only multi-campus university with three well positioned campuses in the North Island: Auckland, Palmerston North and Wellington. With its excellent support staff and over 30,000 students from over 100 different countries from all over the world. Its international students find a warm and welcoming environment at Massey and a climate in which they are encouraged to excel in their studies.

About GISM

Graduate Institute of Science and Management (GISM), Nugegoda, Sri Lanka is the collaborative partner campus of Massey University, New Zealand. With successful 13 years as a leading higher education institute, GISM paves the platform for Sri Lankan students to possess a world-class higher educational qualification via its partner universities mainly with Massey University-New Zealand. GISM offers several Certificate courses, Diploma courses and Bachelor degrees, Graduate Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma and Master’s degree pathways. Also, GISM supports for direct transfers for potential students to join Masters and PhD research studies. Over the past 12 years, 24 batches of students have transferred to Massey University, New Zealand and they studied with flying colours and secured with professional jobs in New Zealand.

Studying Business

The college of Business at Massey University is one of the largest in New Zealand. Graduates of Massey’s Bachelor of Business (BBus) degree have a broad base of business knowledge combined with specialist knowledge of a particular area of business. The BBus is therefore an excellent entry to a promising career path.

Choose Your Majors

At GISM, you will study one-year Diploma in Business (DBus) course, which is the Massey University Bachelor of Business (BBus) Degree first year pathway programme.

The Massey BBus gives you the freedom to choose one or two majors from 10 different subject areas. The majors available within the BBus are:

The Bachelor Business (Accountancy) degree will help you become an expert who can contribute to all sectors of business and management, highly sought-after by employers in all over the world. Those who are interested in pursuing accountancy degrees in New Zealand or accountancy degree in Sri Lanka, this Bachelor of Business degree pathway is ideal for you to start in Sri Lanka and proceed.

You can study first year pathway programme in Sri Lanka to transfer to New Zealand Massey University second year of their Degree in Bachelor Business (Accountancy). Accountancy is one of the major specializations you can start from the second year when you go to Massey University. Thus, you will have a chance of selecting your major specialization when you have good understanding about specializing areas of Business for you to choose as you prefer at the end of the first year Diploma studies at GISM campus in Sri Lanka.

This choice is ideal if you are interested studying Accountancy so you can join first year pathway programme of the Business in Sri Lanka leading to a world-class Degree offered by Massey University in New Zealand. Your qualification will be Bachelor of Business with major Accountancy specialization offered by this Massey University which is a very well recognized in all over the world.

Also, GISM’s pathway arrangement provides you with a significant cost saving together with other benefits such as proper guidance and the solution to your problems you may experience when you start in a new overseas university study environment. You don’t want to worry about your communication skills in English Language because, right from the beginning, we have special course modules to improve your both General English and Academic English for your studies.

The Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) is an accountancy degree with an integrated business perspective, giving you the skills and confidence to measure the big decisions affecting modern organisations and societies.

You will gain many skills useful in different types of businesses, both in New Zealand and internationally, with a sound base in the business fundamentals of accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing, law and communication.

You can find more information on this Massey University specialization from: Click here

The Bachelor Business (Economics) degree will help you become an expert in the field of Economics. You can contribute to economic development in Sri Lanka and worldwide with the knowledge you will gain. This Economic major is a special qualification in business and management sector and highly sought-after by employers in all over the world. Those who are interested in pursuing Economics degrees in New Zealand or, starting an Economics degree in Sri Lanka, this Bachelor of Business degree (Economics) pathway is ideal for you to start in Sri Lanka and proceed.

Under this credit transfer arrangement, you can study first year pathway programme (GISM Diploma) in Sri Lanka and transfer to New Zealand Massey University second year of their Degree in Bachelor of Business (Economics). Economics is one of the major specializations you can start from the second year when you go to Massey University. Thus, you will have chance of selecting your major specialization when you have good understanding about the area of Business as you prefer at the end of the first year Diploma studies at GISM campus in Sri Lanka.

This choice is ideal if you are interested studying Economics so you can join first year pathway programme of a Business Degree in Sri Lanka leading to a world-class Degree offered by Massey University in New Zealand. Your qualification will be Bachelor of Business with major specialization in Economics offered by this Massey University which is a very well recognized in all over the world.

Also, GISM’s pathway arrangement provides you with a significant cost saving together with other benefits such as proper guidance and the solution to your problems you may experience when you start in a new overseas university study environment. You don’t want to worry about your communication skills in English Language because we have special course modules to improve your both General English and Academic English for your studies.

The Bachelor of Business (Economics) is with an integrated business perspective studies, giving you the skills and confidence to measure the big decisions affecting modern organisations and societies.

You will gain many skills useful in different types of businesses, both in New Zealand and internationally, with a sound base in the business fundamentals of accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing, law and communication.

Massey University emphasises as “Economics is A versatile major, the Bachelor of Business (Economics) trains you in understanding how the economy operates at both micro and macro levels.” You can find more information on this Massey University specialization from: Click Here

This major in Bachelor Business degree programme will help you become an expert in Finance sector. You can contribute to Business and Economic development in Sri Lanka and worldwide with the knowledge you will gain. This Finance major is a special qualification in business and management sector and highly sought-after by employers in all over the world. Those who are interested in pursuing Finance degrees in New Zealand or, starting a Finance degree in Sri Lanka, this Bachelor of Business degree (Finance) pathway is ideal for you to start in Sri Lank and proceed.

Under this credit transfer arrangement, you can study first year pathway programme (GISM Diploma) in Sri Lanka and transfer to New Zealand Massey University second year of their Degree in Bachelor Business (Finance). Finances is one of the major specializations you can start from the second year when you go to Massey University. Thus, you will have chance of selecting your major specialization when you have good understanding about the area of Business as you prefer at the end of the first year Diploma studies at GISM campus in Sri Lanka.

This choice is ideal if you are interested studying and then working in Finance sector. You can join first year pathway programme of a Business Degree in Sri Lanka leading to a world-class Degree offered by Massey University in New Zealand. Your qualification will be Bachelor of Business with major specialization in Finance offered by this Massey University which is a very well recognized qualification in all over the world.

Also, GISM’s pathway arrangement provides you with a significant cost saving together with other benefits such as proper guidance and the solution to your problems you may experience when you start in a new overseas university study environment. You don’t want to worry about your communication skills in English Language because we have special course modules to improve your both General English and Academic English for your studies.

As a BBus (Finance) student, you will have access to state-of-the-art Trading Room at Massey University. Here you will gain real-world experience in financial markets and financial assets including shares, bonds, foreign exchange, options and futures. Massey’s dedicated student investment fund can also provide you with real fund management experience.

You can find more information on this Massey University specialization from: Click Here

This is an important major study in Business Degree if you are wanting to become an expert in finance sector in growing business and management industry. You will gain knowledge to plan and advice to new industry as well as to help developing existing industry further to achieve their expected goals.

Those who are interested in pursuing major Financial Planning degree in New Zealand or, starting a Financial planning degree in Sri Lanka, this Bachelor of Business degree (Financial planning and advice) pathway is ideal for you to start in Sri Lank to proceed.

Also, GISM’s pathway arrangement provides you with a significant cost saving together with other benefits such as proper guidance and the solution to your problems you may experience when you start in a new overseas university study environment. You don’t want to worry about your communication skills in English Language because we have special course modules to improve your both General English and Academic English for your studies.

According to Massey University web site; “The skills taught in the Bachelor of Business (Financial Planning and Advice) will help those who wish to develop knowledge relevant to this important and growing sector. The qualification can be configured to assist you if you are either wanting to become a financial planner, or those already in the industry that are looking to gain further certification. Please note that this qualification does not satisfy the educational requisite established by the Financial Markets Authority under the current Code of Professional Conduct for Financial Advice Services. A student seeking to be licensed as a financial adviser in New Zealand should consider taking the Certificate in Financial Advice which does grant such status. It will be possible to cross credit some of the credits from the certificate back into the bachelor’s degree as part of the elective schedule.”

You can find more information on this Massey University specialization from: Click Here

The Bachelor Business (Human Resource Management and Employment Relations) degree will help you become an expert in Human Recourse (HR) Management and Employment Relation who can contribute to all sectors of business and management. The graduates of this degree studies are highly sought-after by employers in all over the world. Those who are interested in pursuing Human Resource (HR) degree in Sri Lanka or, Human Resource Management (HRM) degree in Sri Lanka or, similarly, Human Resource degree in New Zealand or Human Resource Management degree in New Zealand, this Major specialization in Bachelor of Business degree (Human Resource Management and Employment Relations) pathway is ideal for you to start in Sri Lanka and transfer to New Zealand to continue.

Human Resource and Employment Relation is one of the major specializations you can choose to major from the second year when you go to Massey University. Thus, you will have chance of selecting your major specialization when you have good understanding about the area of Business as you prefer at the end of the first year Diploma studies at GISM campus in Sri Lanka.

Also, GISM’s pathway arrangement provides you with a significant cost saving together with other benefits such as proper guidance and the solution to your problems you may experience when you start in a new overseas university study environment. You don’t want to worry about your communication skills in English Language because we have special course modules to improve your both General English and Academic English for your studies.

The BBus (Human Resources and Employment Relations) looks at how employees are recruited, developed and managed. It also examines the design of work so that an organisation can create value from, and add value to its employees.

You can find more information on this Massey University specialization from: Click Here

Specialise in International Business for your Bachelor of Business at Massey.

The Bachelor of Business (International Business) gives you the skills to manage the world of international business. You will learn the many challenges that come from doing business with different countries. You’ll understand how to negotiate and communicate across cultural and linguistic barriers.

Those who are interested in pursuing International Business degree in Sri Lanka or, International Business degree in New Zealand, this Major specialization in Bachelor of Business degree (International Business) pathway is ideal for you to start in Sri Lanka and transfer to New Zealand to continue.

You can study first year pathway programme in Sri Lanka to gain a Diploma qualification and to transfer to New Zealand Massey University second year of their Degree in Bachelor Business (International Business). International Business is one of the major specializations you can choose to major from the second year when you go to Massey University. Thus, you will have chance of selecting your major specialization when you have good understanding about the area of Business as you prefer at the end of the first year Diploma studies at GISM campus in Sri Lanka.

Also, GISM’s pathway arrangement provides you with a significant cost saving together with other benefits such as proper guidance and the solution to your problems you may experience when you start in a new overseas university study environment. You don’t want to worry about your communication skills in English Language because we have special course modules to improve your both General English and Academic English for your studies.

You can find more information on this Massey University specialization from: Click Here

According to Massey University, “Being a manager or entrepreneur means being able to think on your feet, analyse situations and make impactful decisions, often under pressure.

The Bachelor of Business (Management) will give you a grounding in the latest management principles, and the skills to think analytically. You’ll learn how to evaluate and use the information you have at hand to assess complex situations and problem-solve.”

Those who are interested in pursuing Management degree in Sri Lanka or, Management degree in New Zealand, this Major specialization in Bachelor of Business (Management) pathway is ideal for you to start in Sri Lanka and transfer to New Zealand to continue.

You can study first year pathway programme in Sri Lanka to gain a Diploma qualification and to transfer to New Zealand Massey University second year of their Degree in Bachelor Business (Management). Management is one of the major specializations you can choose to major from the second year when you go to Massey University. Thus, you will have chance of selecting your major specialization when you have good understanding about the area of Business as you prefer at the end of the first year Diploma studies at GISM campus in Sri Lanka.

Also, GISM’s pathway arrangement provides you with a significant cost saving together with other benefits such as proper guidance and the solution to your problems you may experience when you start in a new overseas university study environment. You don’t want to worry about your communication skills in English Language because we have special course modules to improve your both General English and Academic English for your studies.

You can find more information on this Massey University specialization from: Click Here

This is another demanding qualification in job market. Massey University Bachelor of Business (Marketing) provides you with the knowledge and training on latest marketing experience required to practice in marketing industry.

Those who are interested in pursuing Marketing degree in Sri Lanka or, Marketing degree in in New Zealand, this Major specialization in Bachelor of Business degree (Marketing) pathway is ideal for you to start in Sri Lanka and transfer to New Zealand to continue.

You can study first year pathway programme in Sri Lanka to transfer to New Zealand Massey University second year of their Degree in Bachelor Business (Marketing). Marketing is one of the major specializations you can choose to major from the second year when you go to Massey University. Thus, you will have chance of selecting your major specialization when you have good understanding about the area of Business as you prefer at the end of the first year Diploma studies at GISM campus in Sri Lanka.

Also, GISM’s pathway arrangement provides you with a significant cost saving together with other benefits such as proper guidance and the solution to your problems you may experience when you start in a new overseas university study environment. You don’t want to worry about your communication skills in English Language because we have special course modules to improve your both General English and Academic English for your studies.

“Marketing is key to the success of any organisation. Whether it’s a business, social enterprise, or for a celebrity, marketing helps deliver value to target audiences. When you study the Bachelor of Business (Marketing) you will learn marketing principles and concepts and put them into practice, develop critical thinking skills and make informed strategic choices. We will teach you how to take great ideas and turn them into excellent returns for your employers.” Says Massey University in here.

The Bachelor of Business (Organizational Technology Management) will give you an in-depth understanding of the impact of technology, data, and the skills needed to manage these to help businesses succeed.

Those who are interested in pursuing Business degree in Sri Lanka specilising in Organizational Technology Management or, Business degree in in New Zealand majoring Organizational Technology Management, this Major specialization in Bachelor of Business degree (Organizational Technology Management) pathway is ideal for you to start in Sri Lanka and transfer to New Zealand to continue.

You can study first year pathway programme in Sri Lanka to transfer to New Zealand Massey University second year of their Degree in Bachelor Business (Organizational Technology Management). This is one of the major specializations you can choose to major from the second year when you go to Massey University. Thus, you will have chance of selecting your major specialization when you have good understanding about the area of Business as you prefer at the end of the first year Diploma studies at GISM campus in Sri Lanka.

Also, GISM’s pathway arrangement provides you with a significant cost saving together with other benefits such as proper guidance and the solution to your problems you may experience when you start in a new overseas university study environment. You don’t want to worry about your communication skills in English Language because we have special course modules to improve your both General English and Academic English for your studies.

You can find more information on this Massey University specialization from: Click here

Massey University’s Bachelor of Business (Property) will give you an introduction to a wide range of professional skills relevant to the industry. These include property development, management, valuation, finance, investment and economics.

You will learn the communication skills you’ll need to operate within the industry and to work effectively with clients.

You can study first year pathway programme in Sri Lanka to gain a Diploma qualification and to transfer to New Zealand Massey University second year of their Degree in Bachelor Business (Property). Property, which is also earlier known as Property Management, is one of the major specializations you can choose to major from the second year when you go to Massey University. Thus, you will have chance of selecting your major specialization when you have good understanding about the area of Business as you prefer at the end of the first year Diploma studies at GISM campus in Sri Lanka.

Also, GISM’s pathway arrangement provides you with a significant cost saving together with other benefits such as proper guidance and the solution to your problems you may experience when you start in a new overseas university study environment. You don’t want to worry about your communication skills in English Language because we have special course modules to improve your both General English and Academic English for your studies.
You can find more information on this Massey University specialization from: Click here.

Entry Requirements

Minimum three “S” passes at G.C.E (A/L) Examination or London (A/L) Examination, 

OR

Minimum three “S” passes at G.C.E (A/L) Examination in Commerce stream (Local) 

OR

GISM Foundation Programme (Successfully completion with B average)

AND

Selection by interview

Course Contents

Because we know that many students prefer to keep their options open during early stages of study, our programme offers general Business modules in the first year of your degree, before starting to specialize in year second and third.
Year 01 Year 02 Year 03
MS.111 Business Statistics Major Paper 200-level Major Paper 300-level
BM.127 Accounting Major Paper 200-level Major Paper 300-level
BM.112 Legal and Social Environment Major Paper 200-level Major Paper 300-level
BM.125 Marketing Principles Major Paper 200-level Major Paper 300-level
BM.126 Principles of Finance Elective Paper 200 or 300-level Elective Paper 300-level
BM.113 Business Economics Elective Paper 200 or 300-level Elective Paper 300-level
BM.111 Management Information Systems Elective Paper 100 or 200-level Elective Paper 300-level
BM.124 Organizational Management Elective Paper 100 or 200-level or 300-level Elective Paper 100, 200 or 300-level
Intensive English for Higher Studies
 

Career Prospectus

A BBus will put you on a path to a promising career by teaching you to think clearly, critically, analytically, along with the ability to conceptualize ideas and relate them to real-life business situations. Following are some employment opportunities as a BBus graduate:
  • A chartered accountant, or financial analyst
  • A business, systems, or information analyst
  • An economist, international market developer, or property developer
  • A new venture initiator, or project manager
  • A manager, human resource, or recruitment manager
  • A marketing manager, or advertising and communication specialist
I am Dulakshana Abeysinghe I studied at GISM and transferred to Massey University where I completed my Bachelor Degree in Business. Then, I completed my Masters at this University with special course fee discount. With no hesitation, I recommend GISM and invite you to come to this University for a fantastic life in New Zealand. Now I am working in New Zealand.
Dulakshana Abeysinghe

Fees & Earnings (As At Feb. 2023)

Fee Schedule 2023 ( Bachelor of Bus. 1st year in SL and 2nd & 3rd years in NZ ) Course Fee Approx. Earning capacity in New Zealand (per year)
Registration LKR 50,000
1st year LKR 750,000
2nd year NZD 32,260 NZD 26,400
3rd year NZD 32,260 NZD 26,400
Earning for 1 Year NZD 50,000
Total cost of the full programme (NZD 64,520+ SLR 800,000) NZD 102,800
Earning Capacity Explained Work During Studies: New Zealand allows 20 hours of part-time work during studies and 2-3 months of full-time work during holidays. Assumption: NZD 22 per hour earning capacity during studies. Post Degree Work: After the degree you are able to apply for graduate study work visa which allows you to remain in New Zealand and work full-time in your chosen careers. Assumptions: NSD 50,000 annual earning at a full-time work can be expected.

Pathway and Awards of the course

The Graduate Institute of Science and Management (GISM) conducts the Diploma in Business (DBus) in Sri Lanka and the credits (120) earned by the student will be transferred to Massey University allowing the student to enter second year of the Bachelor of Business (BBus) programme. At the end of the third year, the student completes the total credits (360) and graduates from Massey University.Degree is awarded by Massey University. In addition, GISM Campus will issue a Diploma qualification upon successful completion of the degree first year of studies locally

The degree programmes are full time: Monday to Friday – Commencing in February/August/October every year.  
University Preparatory Programme – An induction programme to University Life commences in January and August to provide the necessary skills for school leavers to begin their studies at university. This programme is delivered at a concessional fee for all registered students.

Post Study Work Visa

( 2 Years ) in New Zealand

2nd & 3rd Year studies
BBus at Massey University, New Zealand

First Year

Diploma at GISM Campus

Entry from Local or London A/L or,
O/L + GISM Foundation

Studying Abroad in New Zealand

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Related Study Options

  • GISM offers Diploma in Business which is accredited by Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) in Sri Lanka.

How to Join ?

For more information, get in touch with one of our student counselors,
Call 011-2820810 / 0712242242 or email [email protected]