Graduate Diploma in Management

Business & Management

A course by

NMIT

A one-year (full-time) postgraduate qualification enabling graduates or experienced professionals to build advanced management expertise and prepare for careers in a variety of organisational contexts.

NZ$7,448

inc GST

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This course starts anytime

NZQA Level 7 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

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Blended study

This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions

Available in 2 locations

It will take a total of 1 year

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Apply core business competences

Demonstrate and apply skills such as critical thinking, decision making, negotiation, presentation, problem solving, and management of self and others.

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Critically evaluate and communicate business information

Research, assess, and critically evaluate business information in the relevant business areas and environments, and communicate findings effectively in written and oral forms.

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Adopt and adapt decision-making approaches

Evaluate and apply different decision-making approaches as required by varying business environments.

What You're Signing Up For

The Graduate Diploma in Management is designed for those who already hold a degree or have extensive business experience, offering advanced study in management. The programme deepens your abilities in critical analysis, decision making, and the application of advanced management concepts across diverse settings. Graduates can specialise via electives in areas such as international business, HR management, and logistics, and are prepared for demanding business environments. Study is offered at the Nelson campus with Marlborough campus access via video link, and features a mix of core and elective courses.

Course Content

  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Strategic Management
  • Project Management
  • Research Methods
  • Advanced Business Project
  • International Business
  • Human Resource Management
  • Accounting and Finance for Managers
  • Operations Management
  • Leadership Principles
  • Logistics and Supply Chain
  • Marketing Management and Applications
  • Integrated Marketing Communications
  • Advanced Operations Management
  • Advanced Management Accounting
  • Advanced HR Management
  • Strategic Marketing Management
  • Buyer Behaviour and Marketing Research
  • Data Analytics

What you need to know first

A Bachelor's degree in any discipline.

Alternatively, applicants with extensive professional/work/life experience may be accepted through alternative entry subject to approval.

IELTS 6.0 Academic (no band lower than 5.5) or equivalent for non-native English speakers.

Access to digital technology and ability to use digital applications is recommended.

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Business and Management

  • Project Management

  • Human Resources

  • Operations

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Business Consultant

  • Project Manager

  • Branch Manager

  • Event Coordinator

  • Training Coordinator

  • Roles in public or private sector management