Qualification Overview
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Qualification Title | New Zealand Diploma in Meat Processing Operations (Level 5) | |||
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Qualification Type | Diploma | |||
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Level | 5 | |||
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Credits | 140 | |||
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Strategic Purpose Statement |
This qualification is intended for individuals who wish to develop their technical skills and knowledge to be able to manage meat processing operations. The purpose of this qualification is to provide the meat processing industry with individuals who have the competencies to manage meat processing operations.
The meat processing industry will benefit by having skilled managers who are able to contribute to more efficient and effective operations. Graduates will be capable of working autonomously and managing others. |
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Graduate profile |
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
- Plan and manage internal and external compliance requirements in meat processing operations. - Manage ongoing strategies for efficient production flow and continuous improvement of meat processing operations. - Plan and monitor meat processing workforce requirements and efficiency. - Develop business proposals for new technology or upgrade of existing systems used in meat processing operations. - Demonstrate leadership and relationship management with team members and clients using a range of effective interpersonal skills. |
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Education pathways |
This qualification builds on the New Zealand Certificate in Meat Processing (Level 4) [Ref: 2496] with strands in Boning Operations, Grading, Meat Quality, Rendering, Slaughter and Dressing, and Optimising Meat Yields, or the New Zealand Certificate in Meat Processing (Animal Product Examination) (Level 4) [Ref: 2483].
This qualification may lead on to generic business qualifications. |
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Employment pathways |
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Entry Requirements |
Relevant health and safety legislation and regulations apply across all outcomes.
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Education Organisation | Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology | |||
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Developed By | Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council | |||
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Quality Assured By | New Zealand Qualifications Authority | |||
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Number | 3016 | |||
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Status | Current | |||
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Created | December 2015 | |||
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Next Review | December 2025 | |||
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Content | View full qualification details | |||
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