New Zealand Diploma in Primary Industry Business Management (Level 5)
Business & Management
A course by
SIT
Build real-world skills in finance, planning, and leadership in the primary industries with this diploma, ideal for current and aspiring managers in agriculture, horticulture, fisheries, and related sectors. Learn online while applying your new knowledge directly to your workplace.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
SIT2LRN Distance Learning, Online
It will take a total of 1 year
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Business Planning
Develop, implement, and review a business plan for primary industry business operations to meet performance requirements.
Financial Management
Plan, implement, and review financial requirements using technology to inform business decision-making in the primary sector.
Staff and Leadership
Plan, implement, and review staffing requirements; apply interpersonal and leadership skills to monitor staff performance and health, safety, and well-being.
What You're Signing Up For
This Level 5 diploma is targeted at those working in or aspiring to management roles in primary industry businesses. Students develop advanced skills in business planning, financial management, staff employment, leadership, health and safety, sustainability, and risk management. Delivered flexibly online, the course allows learners to study while remain employed and apply course concepts directly in their workplaces. Graduates will be prepared for management and supervisory positions in the agricultural, horticultural, and related primary sectors.
Course Content
- Primary Industry Business Planning
- Fundamentals of Financial Management and Planning
- Financial Analysis for Primary Industries
- Human Resource Management in Primary Industries
- Workplace Compliance in Primary Industries (Health, Safety, and Well-being)
- Environmental Sustainability for Primary Industries
- Business Risk Management for Primary Industry
- Primary Industry Strategic Analysis and Reporting
What you need to know first
Minimum age 16
48 credits at NCEA Level 2 including 12 credits in English or Māori
OR a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 3 or above, or equivalent
Current employment or involvement in a primary industry business, with access to business information
If not meeting academic criteria, applicants may be considered for discretionary admission
English language proficiency if English is not a first language
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Primary industry
Agriculture
Horticulture
Fisheries
Business management
Future employment opportunities might be
Primary industry business manager
Primary industry supervisor
Farm or horticulture manager
Agribusiness team leader
Other leadership roles in the primary sector
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