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University of Otago Business School

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The University of Otago Business School is the business school of the University of Otago, located in Dunedin, New Zealand. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education in various fields of business, including Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management, and Information Systems.

History

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The University of Otago established its Faculty of Commerce in the early 20th century. Over the decades, the faculty expanded its academic offerings and underwent several transformations, officially becoming the University of Otago Business School in the early 2000s. This change reflected its broadened scope and enhanced focus on international standards of business education[1].

Programs

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The Business School offers a range of academic programs. Undergraduate students can pursue a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) with majors in various disciplines such as Economics, Management, and Marketing. The school also offers postgraduate diplomas, master's programs, including the Master of Business Administration (MBA), and doctoral degrees in business-related fields[2].

Accreditation

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The University of Otago Business School is accredited by leading international bodies, including the Association to Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS)[3].

Campus

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The Business School is situated on the main University of Otago campus in Dunedin. The school’s facilities include lecture theatres, a dedicated library for commerce students, and collaborative study areas equipped with the latest technology.

Research and Collaboration

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The school is renowned for its research output and collaboration with industry partners. It hosts several research centers, focusing on topics like entrepreneurship, sustainable business practices, and healthcare economics[4].

Notable Alumni

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Many of the school’s alumni have gone on to achieve prominence in business, government, and academia, contributing significantly to both national and international communities.

  • Graeme Hart, MBA – New Zealand businessman and billionaire, known for his investments through his private equity firm Rank Group[5]
  • Bill English (Selwyn), former Prime Minister of New Zealand[6]
  • Chris Mahony, lawyer and World Bank advisor, known for his work on international justice[7]
  • Robert Wade, professor at the London School of Economics, known for his contributions to political economy and development studies[8]
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  1. ^ "About the University of Otago Business School". University of Otago. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  2. ^ "Study Options at Otago Business School". University of Otago. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  3. ^ "Accreditations of Otago Business School". University of Otago. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  4. ^ "Research at Otago Business School". University of Otago. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  5. ^ "Forbes profile: Graeme Hart". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  6. ^ "Wikipedia: Bill English". Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  7. ^ "Wikipedia: Chris Mahony". Retrieved 2024-10-31.
  8. ^ "Wikipedia: Robert Wade". Retrieved 2024-10-31.