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Diploma in Business (Level 5)

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The Diploma in Business is a Level 5 programme which takes one year of full-time study. Students wishing to study part-time may also undertake this qualification and will typically complete it in 18 months to two years.

The diploma gives students practical and relevant business skills and knowledge, together with the study skills required to successfully complete the programme.

Graduates of the diploma may choose to enrol for a further year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) in the New Zealand Diploma in Business (NZDipBus). Alternatively, students can enrol in a relevant degree in the Faculty of Business and be eligible for cross-credits (60 credits).

Download the Enrolment Guide and Timetable.

Programme Code MN4516
Study Method Full time or part time
Qualification MIT Diploma
Duration One year (full time)
Applications Close when programme is full
Start Dates February and July
Level 5
Credits 120

Offered by

Faculty of Business

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants less than 20 years old must have a minimum of 14 numeracy credits at level 1 or higher in Mathematics or Pangarau on the National Qualifications Framework;
    and
  • 50 credits at level 2 or above with at least 12 credits in each of three subjects including a minimum of 8 literacy credits at level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Maori; 4 credits must be in reading and 4 credits must be in writing. The literacy credits will be selected from a schedule of approved achievement standards and unit standards. (The schedule is available at http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/for-students/ue/litreqs.html) or equivalent to the above.
  • Applicants 20 years old or greater must have relevant work experience; this may be evidenced through references/attestation from employers and/or an interview with a representative of the Faculty of Business.
  • International students for whom English is a second language must also have an IELTS score of 6.0 (Academic) with no individual band lower than 5.5 or equivalent

Cost

$5,120 (approx)

International Student Fees

$16,900 (approx)

Programme Summary

In the Diploma in Business (Level 5), students complete the following courses:

Semester Two

Level 5

Introduction to Commercial Law

Organisation and Management


Level 5

Business Communication


Semester One

Level 4

Academic Skills for Business Studies

Accounting Principles


Further Training or Study

Students commencing the Diploma in Business can select a pathway that could lead to the NZ Diploma in Business, the Bachelor of Business or the Bachelor of Applied Communication and this pathway selection will maximise the cross-credits they gain.

Career Opportunities

Entry-level positions in companies or organisations where communication skills are required or desirable.

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