Study Services

School Overview

Auckland Institute of Studies (AIS) is part of the UP Education group and is a comprehensive private institution offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and master’s programmes in business and information technology. Located in Auckland, the school provides well-equipped teaching facilities and an international learning environment.

AIS’s programme portfolio covers two core disciplines — business management and information technology — from undergraduate diplomas through to MBA and MIT master’s degrees, providing students with a clear academic progression pathway. The school also operates an English Language Centre offering NZCEL Level 4-5 academic English courses as a direct language pathway for international students.

Programmes

Business

• Bachelor of Business (Level 7, 3 years)
• Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5)
• Graduate Diploma in Business (Level 7)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration (Level 8)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (Level 8)
• Master of Business Administration (Level 9, 18 months) — one of the most competitive MBA programmes among NZ private institutions

Information Technology

• Bachelor of Information Technology (Level 7, 3 years)
• Diploma in IT Technical Support (Level 5)
• Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Level 7)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology (Level 8)
• Master of Information Technology (Level 9, 16 months)

English Language Centre

• NZCEL Academic English (Level 4, 14 weeks)
• NZCEL Academic English (Level 5, 14 weeks)

Key Features

• Part of the UP Education group, a comprehensive private institution
• Dual focus on business and IT with complete pathways from undergraduate to master’s
• MBA and MIT master’s programmes for career advancement
• On-site English Language Centre with direct language pathway
• NZQA-accredited with high teaching quality

How to Apply

1. Free assessment of your academic background, English proficiency, and study goals
2. Identify your target programme and intake date
3. Prepare application documents (transcripts, personal statement, references, etc.)
4. Submit your application and await your Offer
5. Apply for your student visa
6. Pre-departure briefing and airport pickup arrangement
7. Ongoing support, regular check-ins, and academic and pastoral guidance throughout your studies