IPU New Zealand

Students majoring in Environmental Studies develop the necessary skills to prepare submissions to local/central government authorities and understand the processes that affect local and national environmental development. Moreover, the interdisciplinary aspect of the BCIS programme means that students achieve a broad knowledge including Language, Business, and International Relations.

The Environmental Studies major includes 8 compulsory papers, 6 Language and/or Culture papers, 8 majors and 2 electives.

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IPU’s International Business programme specifically focuses on international marketing, management, and accounting. These areas of study provide [BCIS] students with an integrated understanding of fundamental and advanced business disciplines. Graduates are equipped with essential skills and knowledge to face the increasing complexity and demands of a globalized business environment.

Students receive a solid grounding in practical business concepts and principles through instruction that places equal emphasis on both theory and application. Papers investigate contemporary international business issues relevant to students from diverse cultural backgrounds who are seeking employment in international companies or in small businesses.... [-]

Global initiatives are largely determined by international politics. Studying international relations will give you a better understanding of the causes and problems associated with historical and current world affairs. By identifying and assessing the complexities of power politics at the national, regional and global level through theoretical frameworks and real-life case studies, students will gain a greater understanding of how the world really functions. International relations papers incorporate special guest lectures from diplomats, military personnel, and industry leaders.

The International Relations major includes 8 compulsory papers (two of which are 50.501 Introduction to International Relations and 50.610 Internationalism), 6 language and/or culture papers, 8 specialty papers and 2 electives.... [-]

The Japanese Studies major will suit those students wishing to become proficient in the Japanese language, as well as understanding Japanese culture. The significant numbers of Japanese students at IPU New Zealand are a wonderful resource for practicing the language every day. This opportunity, combined with the fact that all IPU New Zealand teachers of Japanese are native speakers, help make IPU New Zealand a leading institution for Japanese studies in New Zealand.

Students who undertake a double-major in their BIS degree with International Business are encouraged to participate in exchange programmes at International Pacific University, Okayama or at Tokyo International Business College. There, they can gain new insights into the Japanese business world, as well as explore the dynamic links between Asia and the rest of the world.... [-]

This major is designed to provide you with a basic knowledge of how languages work, through studying language structure, language systems and literary texts. It also includes basic language teaching methodologies. For those planning a career in teaching, it is an excellent preparation for teaching any language to non-native speakers. Many Language Studies students opt to enrol in the LTCL Trinity College London Certificate of TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) offered at IPU New Zealand, as part of their course.

The Language Studies major includes 8 compulsory papers, 6 language and/or culture papers, 8 specialty papers and 2 electives.

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