Certificate in Bicultural Competency (Level 4)
Society
A course by
Otago Polytechnic
Develop practical knowledge of te reo and tikanga Māori, understand the Treaty of Waitangi's impact within local contexts, and build a base for cultural competency in a bicultural New Zealand workplace.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Distance, Online
It will take a total of 1 year
This course requires 15 hours per week
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Use te reo Māori in the workplace
Accurately pronounce introductions, greetings and farewells relevant to the workplace; use basic te reo in workplace correspondence and contextually relevant phrases.
Apply tikanga Māori in a professional setting
Demonstrate understanding and application of key tikanga Māori concepts and practices in professional and everyday situations, and explain their relevance in the workplace.
Understand the Treaty of Waitangi and its impacts
Describe the historical context of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, discuss the principles and articles, and analyse contemporary effects of colonisation on iwi Māori, linking it to workplace and regional practice.
What You're Signing Up For
This part-time, online certificate develops your understanding of te reo and tikanga Māori in professional contexts and explores the socio-political impact of the Treaty of Waitangi within iwi and local contexts across Aotearoa. You will reflect on your own position within a bicultural New Zealand and apply cultural competency skills relevant to your workplace. Delivered through principles of wānanga and ako, the programme is suitable for those working in public or private organizations seeking to improve their Treaty responsiveness and bicultural effectiveness.
Course Content
- Te Reo Māori for the Workplace
- Tikanga Māori in the Organisation
- Introduction to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Bicultural Competency
- Principles of Wānanga and Ako
- Application of te reo and tikanga Māori to workplace contexts
- Historical and contemporary impacts of the Treaty of Waitangi
What you need to know first
Open entry
Sufficient English language ability to study at Level 4
International applicants: IELTS 5.5 (no band < 5.0) or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Public Sector
Education
Government
Community Services
All sectors seeking Treaty partnership responsiveness
Future employment opportunities might be
Roles in organizations seeking bicultural capability
Culturally competent positions in public/private sector
Enhanced prospects for Treaty partnership and engagement roles
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