Dr. Candice Harris

Professor

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Biography

Candice Harris is a Professor at Auckland University of Technology, specializing in careers and employment experiences, particularly in the service industries, hospitality, and tourism. Her recent industry collaborations include co-authoring a 2024 report titled 'Hospitality Tourism Employment: Rebound Roads Forward' for New Zealand’s Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. She has held key leadership roles within the university, including Head of Department and Associate Dean of Academic. Candice is passionate about providing robust and impactful education and enjoys working with students interested in Management, Human Resource Management, and the social impacts of work. She is an active supervisor for postgraduate research and serves on the Te Manahua New Zealand Universities Women Leadership Steering Group. With experience as a qualified coach in executive education, she is recognized for her contributions to gender equity and diversity, receiving AUT’s Vice-Chancellor’s Diversity Award. Additionally, she co-chairs the Council of Australasian Tourism and Hospitality Education and is a fellow member of the Global Hospitality Research Alliance.

Research Interests

Requirements for Auckland University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:50
Reading
Required:50
Writing
Required:50
Speaking
Required:50
Overall
Required:58
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Business or equivalent qualification
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Proof of identity (Passport or Birth Certificate)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Includes specializations in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, International Business, Management, Marketing, and Sport Leadership and Management.