Overview
Learn from some of New Zealand’s leading accountancy, economics, finance and property academics and apply techniques in real-world environments like our Trading Room – the first of its kind in a New Zealand university.
Our accountancy qualifications give students the knowledge, skills and values to develop successful professional careers.
We have a strong focus on applied research and business consultancy on a wide range of areas related to accountancy, economics, finance, property and business law, and we actively seek the participation of all relevant sectors of New Zealand society.
Te Tiriti o Waitangi at Massey
We are deeply committed to being a Tiriti-led university, demonstrating authentic leadership in contemporary Aotearoa New Zealand as we uphold te Tiriti o Waitangi, the founding document of our nation, and its principles through our practice. We embrace this not just as an obligation but as a real opportunity for the nation and its people.
Te Tiriti o Waitangi ki Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa – The Treaty of Waitangi at Massey
Study with us
Massey’s accountancy, economics, finance and property qualifications are industry-relevant and applied. We offer many undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications, and a broad range of executive development and short courses, on campus and online.
Study accountancy
Start your accounting journey at Massey. Our graduates go on to become chartered accountants or work in other financial roles.
Study economics
Analyse how and why people, businesses or governments earn and spend money. With our expert educators, you'll be primed for a rewarding career in economics. Learn more today.
Study finance
From stock markets to personal finance, Massey turns out career-ready graduates. Our business school ranks in the top 5% globally.
Study property
Housing poses challenges for New Zealand, including availability, affordability and sustainability. Learn more about studying property at Massey.
Trading Room
The Massey University Trading Room was the first of its kind in New Zealand - fully-functional trading room to aid student learning.
It contains Bloomberg financial terminals, a live stock price ticker and information and news screens and gives Massey's finance students real-life fund management experience.
Location: Auckland campus
Investment room
Massey's investment room in Palmerston North is a live trading room for finance students and others interested in investment, with computers displaying financial market dates and screens with rolling news coverage.
Location: Manawatū campus
Who we are
Our people make us who we are. Meet senior leaders in the School of Accountancy, Economics and Finance.
Associate Professor Claire Matthews
Claire became Acting Head for the School of Accountancy in 2024, having been Associate Dean Academic Quality since 2014 after teaching banking and financial advice. A recognised expert on banking and personal finance, her research interests are consumers’ financial behaviour, decisions and attitudes, with a focus on payments, financial capability, retirement planning and KiwiSaver.
Professor Sasha Molchanov
Sasha is the Associate Head of School for the School of Accountancy, Economics and Finance. His research interests are investments, international finance, econometrics, politics, and market design. Sasha is a faculty mentor of the Student Investment Club.
Associate Professor Sam Richardson
Sam is the Associate Head of the School of Accountancy, Economics and Finance. He teaches several courses in economics, and his research interests are in the economics of sport and applied economics.
What our students say
“The BAcc has truly set me up well for my career as an accountant and auditor, and the experience and knowledge that I gained enabled me to secure a position with Deloitte before I had even completed my degree.”
“While challenging, I found the economics major at Massey to be extremely versatile, interesting and valuable. I developed strong quantitative, qualitative and critical thinking skills throughout. Skills that have enabled me to apply for, and deliver tangible change within, a wide range of jobs.”
“During my study at Massey, I had opportunities to learn from the excellent professors and the students from different countries, to develop the ability to solve problems, and to build my own research capability. All of these are extremely useful in my daily work as a portfolio manager.”
Accreditations
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
Massey Business School is rated in the top 5% of global business colleges by AACSB International.
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) Accountancy accreditation
Massey's School of Accountancy, Economics and Finance is one of only two institutions in New Zealand and Australia, and one of 12 outside the United States, to be accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) for its undergraduate, master's and doctoral degrees.
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Massey's accountancy qualifications are internationally accredited by the UK's Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).
Association of MBAs (AMBA)
Massey's MBA programmes (MBA and EMBA) are accredited by the Association of MBAs
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ)
Massey's accountancy qualifications have accreditation from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. Representing more than 120,000 members, CA ANZ is committed to upholding ethical standards, delivering world-class member services, educating and advocating for the public good.
Chartered Financial Analysts Institute (CFA)
Massey University is part of the Chartered Financial Analysts Institute's (CFA's) University Affiliation Programme.
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
Accountancy at Massey University is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
CPA Australia - Certified Practising Accountants
Accountancy at Massey University has been accredited by CPA Australia – one of the world’s largest accounting bodies.
Global Association of Risk Management Professionals (GARP)
Our Master of Finance (Risk Analytics) is accredited with the Global Association of Risk Management Professionals (GARP).
Financial Advice New Zealand
This qualification satisfies the education requirements for becoming a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER CM professional with the professional body Financial Advice New Zealand (other non-educational requirements are required).
New Zealand Institute of Valuers (NZIV)
Once you are registered with the Valuers Registration Board you may also apply to become a Member of the New Zealand Institute of Valuers (MNZIV). After 1 year of NZIV membership a member can apply to become an Associate member of NZIV (ANZIV, MPINZ).
Property Institute of New Zealand (PINZ)
The Bachelor of Business (Property) and Bachelor of Agribusiness (Rural Valuation) are accredited by the Property Institute of New Zealand (PINZ). Suitably qualified students may apply to PINZ to obtain registration in their selected field of expertise. Registration requires the necessary qualifications and at least 3 years practical experience in a selected field of expertise.
Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ)
The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) accredits the Bachelor of Business (Property). It represents more than 14,000 real estate professionals nationwide.
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Massey's Bachelor of Construction is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. This global professional body promotes and enforces international standards in the valuation, management and development of land, real estate, construction and infrastructure.
Valuers Registration Board (VRB)
Suitably qualified students may apply to the Valuers’ Registration Board to obtain registration as a valuer. Registration (recognised as a minimum standard of competence) requires the valuer be 23 years of age, have the necessary qualifications and a minimum 3 years practical valuing experience. Registration is covered in the Valuers Act (1948).
Rankings
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
Massey Business School is rated in the top 5% of global business colleges by AACSB International.
QS Ranking – Accounting and Finance
Massey is ranked by QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) as one of the top 250 universities for accounting and finance.
QS Ranking - Economics and Econometrics
Massey University is ranked by QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) as one of the top 350 universities for economics and econometrics.
ShanghaiRanking – Business Administration
Massey University is ranked #2 in New Zealand for business administration by ShanghaiRanking.
ShanghaiRanking – Economics
Massey University's economics research is ranked in the top 400 universities in the world by ShanghaiRanking.
Community Accounting Services – Auckland
We collaborate with Auckland North Community and Development (ANCAD) to give free financial advice to Auckland and Aotearoa-wide non-profit community groups.
Accountancy students work under supervision of a chartered accountant to give advice, training and support services. There are also free, regular clinics for treasurers and board members of small to medium-sized community groups.
Research
School of Accountancy, Economics and Finance staff are engaged in a wide range of research of international standing. We encourage applied research and scholarship in the pursuit of academic excellence, and reward outstanding achievements.
We place a high priority on support and resourcing for research by emphasising publication in quality journals, presentation of research papers at international conferences and identifying and nurturing emerging areas of research.
We conduct internationally recognised research in accountancy, economics and finance. Our staff publish regularly in top journals on a broad range of topics, including macroeconomics and have expertise in applying econometrics to a broad range of areas.
School of Accountancy, Economics and Finance research centres and groups
Our staff lead or are involved with several renowned research centres in the areas of applied and theoretical economics, as well as public policy evaluation, finance and banking, and property issues.
Knowledge Exchange Hub
The Knowledge Exchange Hub is a leading centre in big-data analytics, including the Real-Time GDP Forecasting and the Shared Prosperity Index.
Te Au Rangahau
Te Au Rangahau works with organisations and leaders to connect te ao Māori – the Māori world – with te ao pakihi – the business world. Research carried out by our Māori academics contributes to the aspirations and wellbeing of Māori people and their enterprises, empowering them to succeed – financially, culturally, environmentally, socially and spiritually – in accordance with tikanga.
New Zealand Centre for Macroeconomics
The Centre, led by Massey University, brings together researchers from universities and industry in New Zealand and around the world. Projects focus on policy-oriented projects of international, national and regional macroeconomics.
Real Estate Analysis Unit
The Real Estate Analysis Unit leads research in New Zealand around the property market. The group produces the Home Affordability Report which is frequently cited in the media and in academic journals, and the New Zealand Residential Rental Survey. The research is freely available and they also offer consultancy or bespoke research services.
Financial Education and Research Centre (Fin-Ed)
The New Zealand Fin-Ed Centre works to help New Zealanders become more financially savvy by improving their knowledge, attitudes and behaviour towards money.
The centre is globally unique for the breadth of its work around financial literacy, covering education, research and consultancy. We do research and run courses for both groups and individuals.
Sustainable Finance Cluster
The Sustainable Finance Cluster (SFC-SEF) aims to deliver high-quality research and consultations alongside knowledge exchange series that help highlight the role of the finance discipline for sustainability in business practice and the society. As a result, the scope of SFC-SEF covers several important and current issues that link finance and sustainability together.
Accounting and business law research groups
Our research groups seek innovative solutions to a range of contemporary accounting and business law issues.
School of Accountancy, Economics and Finance survey
We are in the process of developing a survey as part of an ongoing project to engage with organisations across New Zealand to combine the latest theory with best practice to benefit businesses, regulators, and policymakers.
Research seminars
The school runs a series of regular public seminars showcasing the latest accountancy, business law, economics, finance and property research from Massey academics and visiting speakers.
Scholarships and prizes
We award a range of prizes (sponsored by industry) to top-performing Massey University accountancy, economics and finance students every year.
Accountancy, economics and finance prizes
Massey University offers a number of scholarships for first year and current Massey students.
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