Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Business Forestry Leadership (Micro-Credential)
Qualification Type Micro-credential
Level 5
Credits 40
Subject Area
  • Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies » Forestry Studies » Forestry Studies
Strategic Purpose Statement
The purpose of this micro-credential is to provide a formal credential for learners/ākonga applying business leadership skills effectively in a forestry environment. This micro-credential will provide business skills and knowledge required for a leader in the forestry industry. It is intended for learners/ākonga who currently hold leadership/management roles within the forestry industry, or who have some leadership experience and are ready to advance into a leadership role within the forestry industry.
Graduate profile
On successful completion of this micro-credential, learners/ākonga will be able to apply leadership strategies and skills in a professional and ethical manner to foster a safe and positive workplace culture in the forestry industry. Learners/ākonga will also be able to demonstrate and apply knowledge of effective decision making and problem-solving approaches to contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in the forestry industry.

Learners/ākonga will have knowledge of:
- Health and safety systems.
- Relevant regulations and legislation.
- Business planning.
- Financial decision making.

Learners/ākonga will have skills in:
- Staff management.
- Performance reviews.
- Management systems.
Education pathways
N/A
Entry Requirements Not available
Education Organisation No organisations currently offer this qualification.
Developed By Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 4979
Status Current
Created February 2024
Next Review December 2025
Content
No skill standards or unit standards have been specified in the current version of this micro-credential. Providers may submit for accreditation their own programmes of study that match the learning outcomes specified below.

On successful completion of this micro-credential learners/ākonga will be able to:
1. Implement and evaluate prescription development systems for a forestry business operation.
2. Develop plans to manage health and safety, risks and workplace hazards in a forestry business operation.
3. Interpret, implement and evaluate staff management systems and strategies for a forestry business operation.
4. Develop financial management plans within a forestry business operation.
5. Implement and evaluate the use of new technology in a forestry business operation.

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