Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Professional Studies (Mentoring and Leadership)
Business & Management
A course by
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
A postgraduate certificate designed for working professionals to deepen applied expertise in mentoring and leadership through governance, analysis, and relational skills, supporting advancement or career change in leadership fields.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
Core skills this course teaches
Critically analyse and evaluate professional practice
Develop ability to reflect on, critique, and improve one's own professional practice within a specialist field.
Apply governance and management knowledge in New Zealand context
Demonstrate understanding of professional leadership in the framework of New Zealand’s legislative environment.
Develop sustainable leadership models
Design and implement leadership models tailored to ongoing professional practice and workplace challenges.
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Professional Studies (Mentoring and Leadership) is for professionals who wish to advance their qualifications in their area of expertise. The applied programme enables learners to connect academic study directly to their current professional context, developing their practice and leadership capability. Students critically explore their own professional practice, learn to critique, analyse and respond to workplace issues, develop governance awareness, sustainable leadership models, and practical relationship-building skills essential for mentoring and effective leadership.
Course Content
- Critical Reflective Practice
- Professional Leadership
- The New Zealand Legislative Environment for Professional Leaders
- Building Professional Relationships for Mentoring
What you need to know first
A bachelor's degree or a graduate certificate or graduate diploma in a cognate subject, OR
Completed a post-secondary school diploma in a related discipline at NZQA Level 7 or equivalent with a recognised tertiary provider, AND
Demonstration of at least two years relevant practical experience with at least two written references (employer and character)
Access to relevant workplace or at least two years experience to draw on if not currently employed
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Business and management
Education
Health and social services
Future employment opportunities might be
Formal and informal leadership roles within a workplace or industry team
Associate teacher supporting students on placement (if meets registration requirements)
Educational leadership roles
Mentoring and leadership roles within health and social services
Mentoring and supervision of staff
Known for hands-on, industry-aligned education, Toi Ohomai focuses on giving learners real skills that lead to real outcomes. With strong employer connections, supportive teaching, and clear pathways across certificates, diplomas, and degrees, it’s a place where learning stays relevant and confidence grows over time. Programmes span trades, construction, business, health, creative industries, technology, and primary industries, helping learners build experience and momentum for whatever comes next.