Economics and finance touch on all our lives in many ways. The house you live in, the things you buy and the prices you pay, the job you have—even the people you're friends with—are all affected by economic factors, and have an economic impact. You'll study this relationship and why people, businesses and governments make the choices they do.
Explore real-world problems that have real consequences. Why is petrol the price it is? Why do so many New Zealanders choose to live in Australia? Why is teen unemployment so high? Poverty, inflation, pollution, crime, taxes, investment and many other issues are critically examined and discussed.
I had a really good teacher who was passionate about what he taught, and the content covered in class was easily transferable to the outside, real world.
Ratheshan Manickaratnam
Bachelor of Commerce student in Finance and Economics
You'll gain the skills you need to work in the broad and established fields of economics, finance and policy—learn to see the 'big picture', to think logically and critically and to adapt your thinking to changing circumstances.
The Treasury's estimated total cost of the Christchurch rebuild (2014).
Wellington is the administrative and financial centre of New Zealand. Your studies will benefit from the University’s excellent partnerships with corporate leaders, financial institutions and government agencies.
The University has the unique position of linking to—and serving—the business and government agencies located in New Zealand’s capital city. There is a strong demand for economics knowledge and skills in Wellington.
Staff profileDr Adrian Slack
Economics lecturer
The School of Finance and Economics is recognised as one of the leading centres for teaching and research in economics and finance in Australasia. Lecturers have an impressive record of research articles in leading academic and professional journals, books, reports and theses.
Wellington School of Business and Government is among a select group of fewer than 130 business schools worldwide that hold the ‘Triple Crown’ of international business education accreditations. By studying here, you can be confident your qualification will be recognised globally for its quality.
Find out more about university accreditations and what they mean for you.
You might work as a banker, financial analyst, business consultant, stock broker, accountant, or as an analyst or policy adviser for a government department. Government organisations are often a first employer for many graduates with degrees in Economics and Finance.
I have been fortunate enough to have secured a position at the Treasury. Not only is it a place where economics from the classroom can be put into practice but it is also a place where one small change can have an impact on a large number of people.
Full storyWilly Makea, Ngāti Kahungunu
Bachelor of Commerce with Honours student in Economics
Live and study in our beautiful and lively capital city. You'll love how close everything is and how easy it is to get around—great beaches, bush walks and mountain biking are all minutes from the city centre. Experience Wellington's famous nightlife with abundance of theatres, bars and restaurants.
Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is a welcoming place with great student support. There are all sorts of resources available to help you get the best out of your time at university.
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