Graduate Diploma in Arts - Economics in Auckland New Zealand | University of Auckland

This adaptable diploma program allows degree holders to explore Arts courses while serving as a stepping stone to advanced studies. Designed for graduates seeking Arts education, it offers the opportunity to qualify for postgraduate programs through intermediate and upper-level undergraduate coursework. The diploma enables focused study in chosen disciplines to augment existing credentials and support career growth or personal enrichment. You can strengthen your bachelor's degree with targeted courses to pursue specialized career trajectories or professional advancement. For those aiming to transition into our postgraduate offerings, this graduate diploma provides an effective preparatory pathway.

Students may pursue either a Bachelor of Arts in Economics or a Bachelor of Commerce in Economics (possibly combined with another relevant major). Introductory courses cover the fundamental domains of microeconomics and macroeconomics. Microeconomics examines how individual consumers and businesses make decisions, along with market-based pricing and resource distribution. Macroeconomics analyzes whole-economy indicators like employment levels and currency values. Both economic branches explore the relationship between governmental policies and market results.