Graduate Diploma in Business (Level 7)

Business & Management

A course by

EIT

The Graduate Diploma in Business is a one-year full-time or equivalent part-time Level 7 qualification designed to enhance business knowledge or facilitate career direction changes. It offers specializations in Management, Marketing, Supply Chain and Logistics Management, and Human Resource Management, suitable for both business and non-business graduates as well as professionals.

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NZQA Level 7 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Available in 2 locations

It will take a total of 1 year

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Specialised business knowledge

Acquire advanced knowledge in selected business endorsement areas to enhance professional competence.

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Professional career advancement

Develop skills required for progression in various business-related careers such as management, marketing and HR.

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Critical thinking and analysis

Apply critical thinking to business problems and strategic decision-making processes.

What You're Signing Up For

This Graduate Diploma in Business from EIT is designed to build specialised business knowledge to strengthen your qualification portfolio and career opportunities. It is a 120-credit Level 7 qualification typically completed in one year full-time or part-time equivalent. There are four endorsements available: Management, Marketing, Supply Chain and Logistics Management, and Human Resource Management, with an option for an unendorsed diploma. The diploma suits graduates from various backgrounds and professionals seeking business certification or career advancement. The diploma enhances employment mobility with potential careers such as operations manager, marketing manager, key account manager, and human resources advisor. It also offers pathways to masters degrees and requires meeting English language proficiency and academic entry requirements.

Course Content

  • Graduate Diploma in Business overview and purpose
  • Four endorsement options: Management, Marketing, Supply Chain and Logistics Management, Human Resource Management
  • 120 credit Level 7 qualification
  • Typical full-time duration: 1 year
  • Flexible part-time study available
  • Entry requirements include bachelor's degree or significant business experience
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Cross Credit (CC) options
  • English language proficiency requirements for international students
  • Career outcomes include management and marketing roles
  • Pathways to Masters degree study
  • Two start dates per year: February and July
  • Contact details for programme administration and support
  • Academic Learning Services and scholarship information

What you need to know first

Completion of a three-year bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Significant professional experience at degree level or above (with interview)

English language proficiency as per IELTS or equivalent

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Business and Management

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Operations Manager

  • Marketing Manager

  • Key Account Manager

  • Human Resources Advisor

  • Marketing Communications Specialist

  • Brand Manager

  • Marketing Research Analyst

  • Business Strategy Analyst